General Business Law
Global Guide 2024 : Jamaica
Band 1
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Hart Muirhead Fatta is a market leader in the Jamaican legal sector, offering substantial expertise of both M&A and capital markets transactions, including venture capital and private equity investments. Multinational clients often turn to the firm for advice on banking and finance matters, particularly with respect to the regulatory aspects of deals. In addition to its non-contentious practice, the firm also holds experience in commercial litigation.
Work Highlights
- Hart Muirhead Fatta assisted Jamaica Producers Group with its acquisition of a 34.5% stake in PanJam in exchange for the latter's acquisition of its operating assets.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Hart Muirhead Fatta has an excellent roster of attorneys who are skilled and experienced in all areas of securities and corporate law."
"HMF has excellent insight into the market with a keen ability to spot opportunities and challenges. This awareness has had a positive impact on our decision-making process."
"Hart Muirhead Fatta has an excellent roster of attorneys who are skilled and experienced in all areas of securities and corporate law."
"HMF has excellent insight into the market with a keen ability to spot opportunities and challenges. This awareness has had a positive impact on our decision-making process."
Notable Practitioners
Hugh Hart is a long-standing lawyer in the Jamaican market. He has particularly extensive knowledge of mining, having previously acted as Minister of Mining and Energy. He also advises on tax and real estate issues.
Lloyd Barnett is a revered constitutional lawyer who remains active in the courtroom. He is highly regarded as an advocate and regularly appears before the Court of Appeal and Privy Council.
"Lloyd Barnett is excellent in terms of constitutional law and reform."
Patrick McDonald is an accomplished lawyer who is an expert in financial matters, most significantly in capital markets. He represents a number of global financial entities and his experience includes bond issuances, restructurings and M&A.
Donovan Walker is a former president of the Jamaican Bar Association and maintains a strong reputation in the market for his capabilities in commercial transactions. He is especially skilled in securities, shipping, real estate and M&A.
"Donovan Walker possesses an impressive depth of knowledge across the board, and his ability to navigate complex legal matters with finesse is remarkable. His visionary approach enables him to anticipate future challenges and devise proactive solutions."
Janet Morrison is a well-regarded lawyer with considerable experience in conveyancing, lease negotiations and private equity transactions. She also demonstrates a strong practice in M&A and bond issuances.
"Janet Morrison is always available and very knowledgeable."
Sanya Goffe is an in-demand lawyer who handles a range of corporate matters, including M&A, with particular expertise in pensions. She is also the sitting president of the Pension Industry Association of Jamaica.
"Sanya Goffe has high responsiveness and a willingness to work the extra step to get things done."
Ranked Lawyers at
Hart Muirhead Fatta
Jamaica