Property &
Investments: The Bahamian
government is actively encouraging external
investment in the Bahamas. Accordingly, the Firm
advises foreign investors on numerous matters
including the acquisition of real estate, property
for resort development purposes, or a second or
retirement home; the residency and immigration
requirements to meet the foreign person’s
objectives. Investment guidelines, various places
of legislation concerning incentives, concessions
and encouragement to foreign investment;
application and licensing procedures and the
formation of the Investment plan for the project;
and tax advantages.
Litigation: The Firm
boasts of an experienced civil litigation
department which provides an essential resource
for corporate and individual clients to call on
whenever the need arises.
Probate &
Administration: For many years the
firm has assisted clients by rendering advise on
the inheritance laws of the Bahamas and the proper
administration of estates.
Immigration: The Firm
advises the International business community on
the necessity as well as the procedures and
relevant fees for work permits for key personnel
from abroad and annual or permanent residence for
major international investors and owners of
residences valued at U.S. $500,000 or
more.
International: The
Firm handles international tax planning, trust,
estate matters and structures for overseas
corporate and private clients. Its long-term links
with international banking centres and tax havens
especially in the Caribbean and Europe enhance its
capability of assisting clients in other
jurisdictions.