LAW
James Jardine steps down as CEO of Appleby
James Jardine has stepped down as CEO of law firm Appleby, it was announced on Monday. He retired on March 31 after 20 years. Peter Bubenzer is now chairman.
To convey or not to convey, that is the question
Harry Kessaram said on Wednesday that aging parents should not feel pressured to give away property while still alive thanks to the Primary Family Homestead Exemption.
Conyers earns praise as being 'truly excellent'
Legal 500, a directory of law firms across the globe, has placed Conyers at the top of its recommendations for Bermuda trust, insurance, litigation and corporate work.
Conyers staff give to charity
Staff at Conyers Dill and Pearman shared a bit of festive cheer this December, donating nearly $22,000 to charities and community initiatives across the island.
Former Attorney General Saul Froomkin joins ISIS Law
ISIS Law Limited may have scored the pick-up of the year in January by adding former Bermuda Attorney General Saul Froomkin to its ranks.
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Conyers hires Bermudian lawyers in Corporate, Litigation practices
Conyers Dill and Pearman on Friday announced the hire of Scott Pearman to its Bermuda Litigation team and welcomed Niel Jones back to the Bermuda Corporate team.
Appleby expands to mainland China
Law firm Appleby will open its first mainland China office in April in Shanghai. The firm already has an office in Hong Kong.
Declan McKervey appointed Trott & Duncan director
The Board of Directors of Trott and Duncan Barristers and Attorneys Limited on Tuesday announced that Declan McKervey has been appointed to director with effect from February 16.
Innovation showcased at Building Design Awards
Innovative and talented designers were acknowledged at the March 22 Bermuda Building Design Awards, sponsored by Bermuda Gas.
MJM hires new associate
MJM Limited on Tuesday announced it has hired Bermudian Kimberley Caines as an associate. Ms. Caines has been a pupil at the law firm since September 2010.
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LEGAL MATTERS
The consequences of not complying with land title registration
By now you may be aware that The Land Title Registration Act 2011 has been passed and, if all goes to Government's plan, will be made operative in due course.
Appleby positions itself for Chinese business
Appleby's Shanghai office opened on April 2, and is poised to reap the benefits of being in the economic hub of the world's most populous country.
MJM recruits two to corporate and litigation practices
Brian Holdipp and Jennifer Haworth have joined MJM's legal team, it was announced on Wednesday.
Law firm appoints new directors
Karen Corless and Jason Piney have been appointed directors of Conyers Dill and Pearman.
Robinson and Edwards move up at KRyS Global
Wesley Edwards has been appointed senior manager and Rahlemah Robinson joins the team as office manager at KRyS Global.
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