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...

A Judgment For All Victims of Gender-Based Violence

The case of Tot Lampkin vs. Attorney General raised the controversial issue of whether the State has an enforceable...

The Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax Act

The Bahamas enacted the Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax Act to implement Pillar Two of the OECD/G20 BEPS solution thereby...

Elevation of Real Estate Attorney

The Partners of Higgs & Johnson are delighted to announce the promotion of Renai B. Martin to Senior Associate.

Higgs & Johnson Announces Leadership Changes

Higgs & Johnson proudly announces significant leadership transitions, effective January 1, 2025.

FOCUS Vol. 66 Issue 1/2024

This issue discusses banking and finance trends, tax obligations and enforcement of foreign judgments in The Bahamas.