Cayman Islands: Corporate/Commercial Law

When can a litigant obtain a proprietary injunction, and what proprietary interest is required to justify such relief?

The Churches Incorporation (Amendment) Act, 2025 is in force following the recent publication of the Commencement Order by Cabinet.

Non-profit organisations are regulated pursuant to the Non-Profit Organisations Act (2020 Revision) and associated regulations (the "Act").

The Cayman Islands has established itself as a premier jurisdiction for private funds, with over 18,000 regulated closed-ended funds benefiting from tax neutrality, flexible regulatory frameworks, and proximity to the United States. This comprehensive guide examines the legal structures, registration requirements, ongoing compliance obligations, and regulatory landscape that make the Cayman Islands an attractive domicile for private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure and credit strategies.

The health tech investment landscape has fundamentally shifted from rewarding innovation to demanding provable ROI, as investors now prioritize workflow ownership, measurable value creation...

Increased regulatory scrutiny in China and stricter listing requirements in the US have resulted in a reduction in the number of listings of Chinese companies...

The failure of the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act in the US Senate leaves cryptocurrency market participants navigating regulatory uncertainty, while major blockchain networks accelerate infrastructure development to integrate traditional banks onto stablecoin payment rails. Cross-border payments emerge as a dominant use case, with stablecoins offering faster, cheaper international settlements than correspondent banking, though compliance frameworks must evolve to match real-time transaction speeds.

The Cayman Islands reinsurance market is expanding with increasingly sophisticated financing structures. This overview examines the principal instruments available to Cayman-domiciled reinsurers, from traditional credit facilities and collateral arrangements to emerging alternative capital structures like surplus notes and funding agreements, while addressing the key legal and regulatory considerations that shape their implementation.

In Global Capital Partners LLC v Alpha Carta, Ltd [2026] CIGC (FSD) 72, the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands (the Court) clarified the scope and purpose of asset disclosure orders...

The Cayman Islands has emerged as the world's premier offshore jurisdiction for venture capital fund formation and cross-border investment structuring, with over 30,900 alternative investment funds managing USD8.2 trillion in assets.

The health tech investment landscape has fundamentally shifted from rewarding innovation to demanding provable ROI, as investors now prioritize workflow ownership, measurable value creation...

Stuarts Humphries has earned recognition as a compact independent firm delivering exceptional value and expertise in funds counsel, cryptocurrency investments, and regulatory compliance. Clients praise the firm's responsive service, real-world solutions, and partners who roll up their sleeves to provide personalized attention. The firm strikes a unique balance between business acumen and legal expertise while offering substantial value compared to larger competitors in the jurisdiction.