There are many offshore law firms. They all know the law. Then there are the rare law firms who not only know the law, they understand people and their business needs. Priestleys knows the law. We also understand. We believe this is what sets us apart as a best-in-class Cayman legal and fiduciary services provider.
Founded in 2000
50 people in their team
Priestleys knows international insolvency and restructuring situations can be complex and challenging and understands that clients are looking for experienced advocates who can deliver robust representation when it matters most.
Priestleys restructuring and insolvency practitioners act on a wide range of cross-border liquidations, restructurings and receiverships. These involve international clients and multinational corporations – particularly from the Far East.
Priestleys takes a commercial approach to all litigation proceedings and works closely with clients and onshore advisors to ensure the best possible outcomes are achieved in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
The Priestleys team knows that private wealth advisory work is different to other areas of the law and we understand the importance of our personal and sensitive approach.
Priestleys is accustomed to advising high net worth global families and we offer a highly bespoke service. Our team of experienced professionals believes in traditional service values and aims to exceed your expectations at every turn, in order to become a trusted advisor over time.
We understand the importance of preserving wealth and creating a legacy for future generations and we work with clients to ensure that their objectives are met through robust up-front advice and practical support on a day-to-day basis.
The Priestleys team knows that private wealth advisory work is different to other areas of the law and we understand the importance of our personal and sensitive approach.
Priestleys is accustomed to advising high net worth global families and we offer a highly bespoke service. Our team of experienced professionals believes in traditional service values and aims to exceed your expectations at every turn, in order to become a trusted advisor over time.
We understand the importance of preserving wealth and creating a legacy for future generations and we work with clients to ensure that their objectives are met through robust up-front advice and practical support on a day-to-day basis.
Priestleys knows the Cayman Islands property and construction industry inside out and understands that our wealth of experience can help save clients time and money.
Our property and construction practice encompasses every aspect including: infrastructure projects and public-private partnerships, purchases and sales of residential and commercial property, landlord and tenant relations, particularly the drafting and negotiation of leases and ancillary documents, advising in connection with construction, development and redevelopment, strata law and practices and secured lending.
The Priestleys conveyancing team has an unparalleled track-record and reputation in the market. Our boutique conveyancing practice delivers on personal service and value for money – and our team has been handling transactions in the Cayman Islands for more than 20 years. For fast, efficient, value-for-money service we can’t be beaten.
Priestleys has working relationships with key Government agencies so as to facilitate compliance with ever increasing regulation; this has become particularly important in areas such as planning and the environment.
Our wealth of experience allows us to provide an holistic approach and provide the full range of solutions, whether it be from the perspective of a public body, landlord, tenant, developer, contractor or service provider.
Priestleys’ managing partner, Daniel Priestley is ranked as a ‘leading individual,’ and associate Nick Hemus is ranked as a ‘rising star,’ for Real Estate in the Cayman Islands in Legal 500. Priestleys is a ‘ranked firm’.
Daniel and Nick are also ranked in the prestigious Chambers and Partners directory.
“Daniel Priestley and Nick Hemus…stand out as they are always professional, knowledgeable, and very responsive via telephone, text, or email. These two provide outstanding customer service and are very personable. I highly recommend both to all my clients, friends, and family.” (Legal 500 – 2024 Caribbean Edition)
Priestleys knows the complexity of commercial disputes and understands that it’s more than just business.
Priestleys provides a full range of litigation and dispute resolution services. We advise individual clients and businesses in every sector, ranging from multinational corporations and major financial institutions to small businesses and government agencies often with multi-jurisdictional implications. We offer commercially focused and practical solutions affecting our clients’ interests across industries, geographic locations and jurisdictions.
We work with our clients to demystify the process, reduce uncertainty and obtain the result which best serves our clients’ interests whether it be by seeking a settlement which avoids litigation, through mediation, or, if necessary by way of arbitration or litigation in the Cayman courts.
We have a wide range of expertise in commercial litigation to meet the broad spectrum of our clients’ needs, advising on all aspects of company and corporate disputes including insolvency, directors’ duties, obtaining and discharging injunctions and corporate misfeasance. Our litigators are equally well versed in civil litigation including actions for breach of contract, personal injury and other civil wrongs, debt recovery, conversion, and defamation.
Priestleys is a boutique firm. A key strength is our ability to adapt quickly to our client’s specific needs. This is best exemplified by our litigators’ ability to work closely with our non-contentious lawyers in crossover matters such as disputes relating to real estate (including landlord and tenant matters), investment funds and employment relations allowing us to leverage all the expertise we have and afford our clients a full perspective.
In the unlikely event that our clients face regulatory or criminal investigation we are experts in guiding them through the processes. We have an impressive track record in dealing with investigative and prosecutorial authorities avoiding the bringing of charges where possible and defending when they arise.
Priestleys knows that professionals carry a heavy burden of responsibility and understands that in challenging situations you need an attorney with specialist expertise in professional liability situations.
Our Cayman-admitted attorneys are UK trained barristers giving our clients the edge in court proceedings.
On the personal injury side, the Priestleys team undertakes both defendant and claimant matters– from initial contact through to claims resolution – we aim to provide an efficient, effective and pragmatic service.
Our team also has broad experience in professional negligence matters. We both represent professionals and conduct claims against them. Delivering best in class service in each instance.
Priestleys team of highly experienced attorneys know that immigration law is a highly-charged area of law, and we understand the enormous impact immigration status can have on businesses and families in the Cayman Islands.
Priestleys attorneys regularly advise on clients’ unique situations, whether they are a resident, worker, business owner or family office advisor. Immigration law in Cayman is subject to frequent change and keeping up to date with all the requirements can be a full-time job, so clients trust Priestleys to advise and navigate through the Cayman Islands’ increasingly complex immigration requirements.
Priestleys knows that corporate and commercial legal advisors must be fast and responsive and understands that our services must be tailored to the needs of each individual client. We have extensive experience in advising in connection with the formation, management and regulation of businesses which operate locally, internationally or both. Our practice includes the sale and purchase of businesses, joint ventures, distribution, franchising, intellectual property, corporate governance and best practices, directors’ duties, compliance, employment relations and immigration.
There are many options available in structuring a business organization and we specialize in advising our clients as to which one best serves their needs. Often in tandem with our sister corporate management company, PA Corporate Services Limited, we attend to the establishment of companies, partnerships, trusts, foundations and sole traders. We tailor the constitution of each business organization to the requirements of the business being carried out. We advise as to obtaining any necessary licences required by the applicable Cayman Islands regulatory authority and, in general, as to the regulatory environment within which the business will be operating.
PA Corporate Services Limited, working in conjunction with Priestleys, is highly experienced in assisting clients with trade mark registration and renewal and the licensing and assignment of trade marks. All trade mark registrations must be made through a licensed agent, such as PA Corporate Services Limited. Priestleys attorneys have considerable experience in assisting both international and local clients protect, enforce and enhance their intellectual property portfolios.
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