The Major Law Firms in the Cayman Islands that Handle LLC Formation
Major International "Magic Circle" Offshore Firms:
Walkers A leading international law firm providing legal services in finance, asset management, corporate, dispute resolution and regulatory compliance for the financial services sector. Walkers operates offices in the Cayman Islands, Bermuda, the BVI, Ireland and Jersey.
Appleby (Cayman) Ltd. The oldest Cayman Islands law firm, tracing its origins back to 1945. Appleby provides comprehensive corporate formation services and is regularly ranked among the top Cayman Islands law firms by major legal directories including Chambers and Partners and The Legal 500.
Maples Group (formerly Maples and Calder) The largest offshore law firm by number of lawyers. The Maples Group's Cayman Islands offices provide comprehensive legal advice on Cayman Islands law and are regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority. They offer specialized fund, fiduciary, regulatory and compliance, and entity formation and management services.
Harneys A global offshore law firm with expertise in BVI, Cayman Islands, Cyprus, Luxembourg, Bermuda, and Anguilla law. Their service is built around professionalism, personal service, and rapid response, delivered from 12 locations around the world. (Highly Recommended by Fourester)
Conyers Operating in Cayman since 2004, Conyers has earned a reputation for technical skill, quality service and market insight. The firm provides both legal services and corporate administration through licensed entities regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority.
Prominent Boutique and Specialized Firms:
Stuarts Humphries A leading boutique client-oriented law firm providing corporate and commercial legal advice and dispute resolution. They specialize in company incorporation services and have particular expertise in cryptocurrency funds and related investments.
Loeb Smith Attorneys An offshore corporate law firm whose partners have extensive experience advising international fund managers, companies, banks, high net worth individuals and major insurance companies on corporate matters and fund formation.
Carey Olsen A leading offshore law firm advising on multiple jurisdictions including Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Guernsey and Jersey law across a global network of nine international offices.
Additional Notable Firms:
Forbes Hare - An independent offshore law firm offering litigation, insolvency, corporate, finance, investment funds and tax advisory services.
Mourant Ozannes - Provides corporate and litigation services for both local and international clients.
Ogier - A leading international law firm with expertise in offshore jurisdictions.
Corporate Service Providers:
Bell Rock Group - Provides professional assistance for LLC formation and registration in the Cayman Islands with registered office services.
Cayman Law Group - Offers independent director services, including board meeting attendance and corporate documentation services.
These firms collectively offer comprehensive LLC formation services, with the major international firms typically handling larger, more complex transactions while boutique firms often provide more personalized service for smaller formations. All maintain the necessary local licensing and registered office capabilities required for Cayman Islands entity formation.