Higgs & Johnson has once again reaffirmed its standing as a premier law firm in The Bahamas, earning a Band 1 ranking in the newly released Legal 500 Caribbean directory. The Firm also attained top tier recognition in all three practice areas assessed – Corporate Law (including banking, finance and M&A), Dispute Resolution and Real Estate.
According to the Directory, Higgs & Johnson is widely recognized for its extensive experience in cross-border transactions, with clients praising the firm as “the go-to in The Bahamas for legal advice…offering the best all-around practice.” In the area of Dispute Resolution, the firm is commended for its “international outlook and deep knowledge of banking and finance, trust and tax mandates,” as well as its specialization in intellectual property, admiralty, and trust disputes. Clients consistently describe the team as “impressive, talented, and a pleasure to deal with,” adding that “you always want them on your side.” The Real Estate team also received high praise for its “strong capabilities in real estate transactions and frequent involvement in property developments and investment matters.”
The Firm’s complete Legal 500 Caribbean 2026 rankings can be found here.
The Firm has earned Band 1 rankings across seven distinct practice areas including Dispute Resolution, Real Estate and Development, Commercial Transactions, Financial Services, Securities, Investment Funds & Fintech, Tax and Private Client and Wealth Management Practice Groups, showcasing the unparalleled expertise and depth of talent within the Firm.
In total, twenty-two (22) Higgs & Johnson Attorneys achieved individual recognition in this year’s Guide on their remarkable performance: Oscar N. Johnson, Jr., KC, Sterling H. Cooke, Vivienne M. Gouthro, Zarina M. Fitzgerald, Stephen J. Melvin, Tara Archer-Glasgow, N. Leroy Smith, Christel Sands-Feaste, Tara Cooper Burnside, KC, Karen S. Brown, Audley D. Hanna, Jr., Alexandra T. Hall, Sandra J. Lightbourn, Lori C. Nelson, Ja’Ann M. Major, Andre W. Hill, Rhyan A. A. Elliott, Trevor J. Lightbourn, Kimberleigh Peterson Turnquest, Renai B. Martin and Dennise Newton. Several Partners also maintained high distinctions, including Hall of Fame and Leading Partner accolades.
Sterling H. Cooke, Managing Partner, shared his pride in the firm’s achievement, stating: “We are honoured to be recognized once again as a Band 1 firm in the Legal 500 Caribbean directory, reflecting our unwavering commitment to excellence and the trust our clients place in us. We are especially grateful for the continued recognition of our attorneys’ outstanding contributions across these practice areas. It reinforces our sustained focus on delivering outstanding legal services to our clients.”
