FOCUS Vol. 67, Issue 2/2025

This issue discusses the proper approach in interpreting ‘as of right' thresholds, the significant changes in the appeal process...

Contemplation & Consequence: Trustee Liability After Retirement

Under the principles from Head v Gould, and recently reaffirmed by the English Court of Appeal, a retiring trustee...

Paradigm Shift in the Appeal Process to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council

The JCPC Rules 2024 are now applicable in The Bahamas, one of 30 jurisdictions that uphold the Judicial Committee...

Modernising Arbitration in The Bahamas: Key Changes in the Arbitration (Amendment) Bill, 2025

The Arbitration (Amendment) Bill, 2025 proposes significant reforms to the Arbitration Act, 2009 aimed at strengthening The Bahamas’ position...

Legislative Update in The Bahamas | Trustee Act

Notable changes to Section 77 (1) of the Trustee Act, 1998 will broaden the class of persons who can...

A Second Look at Second Appeals ‘As of Right’: Privy Council confirms the proper approach in interpreting ‘as of right’ thresholds

The Privy Council delivered their decision upon a preliminary point arising in Rubis Bahamas Ltd. v Lillian Antionette Russell.

FOCUS Vol. 67, Issue 1/2025

This issue features the outcome of a Directors’ dispute, an overview of the DMTT Act, a judgment in a...

FOCUS on Influential Figures of the Firm (Vol. 67 Issue 1/2025)

This issue features Sterling H. Cooke, the newly appointed Managing Partner of the Firm.

Directors’ Dispute: The Case of Tianrui

The Judicial Board of the Privy Council ruling in Tianrui (International) Holding Company Ltd v China Shanshui Cement Group...