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Stuarts Ranks as Top Law Firm in IFLR1000 2023

Stuarts is pleased to be ranked as a Recommended Firm for Investment Funds, and Financial and Corporate by IFLR100 in the 33rd edition, 2023.

Stuarts is recognised for its responsive, expert knowledge and quality work in the areas of financial services, investment funds, regulatory and private equity. The firm has been noted for it’s “thoroughness and turnaround time” on financial regulatory matters; for providing “responsive, good local knowledge, and quality work” in investment funds; and for being “knowledgeable, dependable, focused” in private equity matters.

In addition, we are thrilled to announce that Both Chris Humphries and Jonathan McLean have been recognised as Highly Regarded Lawyers in the practice areas of Investment Funds and Financial and Corporate.

Chris Humphries, Managing Director, has been noted as an “Excellent problem solver, very responsive for upper-level partner” and offering “creative fund solutions”.

Jonathan McLean, Partner and Head of Banking and Regulatory has been noted for his professionalism: “He is very professional and has advised us throughout our tenure with Stuarts.”

The recognition demonstrates our continuous commitment to providing excellence in legal services and customer care to our investment funds and corporate clients in the Cayman Islands and worldwide.

Stuarts IFLR rankings can be viewed here.

IFLR is a guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms. The rankings are based on thorough qualitative research, deal data and client feedback across North America, the Caribbean, US regional and Canada regional.

Contact our experts for further advice

Chris Humphries

Managing Director and Head of Funds

Tel:+1 (345) 814-7911

,

Jonathan McLean

Partner and Head of Banking & Regulatory

Tel:+1 (345) 814-7930

This publication is for general guidance and is not intended to be a substitute for specific legal advice. Specialist advice should be sought about specific circumstances.

“Compact independent firm that remains a sound choice for funds counsel in the jurisdiction. Well versed in acting for fund managers, promoters and international investors, providing guidance on the structuring and formation of funds, portfolio transactions and regulatory compliance issues, as well as restructuring and litigation. Notable for its expertise in cryptocurrency funds and related investments.”
Publication Recognition - Chambers & Partners
Stuarts Humphries “impresses clients with its responsiveness, industry knowledge and value for money, especially when compared to some of the larger firms in the domicile.”
Publication Recognition - Legal 500
“Boutique firm offering prompt personal service and expertise covering a wide range of areas.”
“Very responsive team with wide knowledge on funds-related issues, including crypto funds.”
Fund Client Testimonial - IFLR 1000
“They are just phenomenal, the advice that they give strikes a real balance between business and legal issues, and they have real-world solutions instead of sitting in an ivory tower.”
Client Testimonial - Chambers & Partners
“The team gives prompt responses and is able to distill complex questions into easy-to-understand issue.”
Fund Client Testimonial - Legal 500
“The partners roll up their sleeves, take great pride in the work they do and go to great lengths to make themselves available.”
Client Testimonial - Chambers & Partners
“Stuarts Humphries, understands the complex issues we face and the firm offers substantial value in relation to the fees charged.”
Legal 500
“They are very thorough, knowledgeable and most importantly very responsive.”
Fund Client Testimonial - IFLR 1000
“Their strongest point is their customer service. They are incredibly responsive and helpful in meeting our deadlines.”
Fund Client Testimonial - Chambers & Partners
“They provide straightforward, practical advice and the level of attention we receive is very high. They are good at dealing with commercial matters in a commercial context.”
Legal 500

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