General Business Law - St Kitts & Nevis
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What the Team is Known For
Kelsick, Wilkin & Ferdinand upholds its position as a leading law firm in the Federation and is known for both its consistently high quality of work and the prodigious volume of matters it handles. Interviewees note that it maintains many well-established client relationships with key players in the market, including in the financial services sector. The law firm is well versed in financings and restructuring proceedings, as well as handling significant commercial litigation and real estate development mandates. It is well accustomed to working alongside major international law firms on multi-jurisdictional matters.
Notable practitioners
Charles Wilkin KC is a veteran lawyer who is well known for his deep experience in the representation of financial institutions. He has also assisted real estate developers with a variety of issues concerning master-planned communities. He is a consultant at the firm.
Emile Ferdinand KC is an eminent figure based in Basseterre who is able to draw upon more than four decades' experience in his advice to clients. He has served in a number of high-profile roles within St Kitts & Nevis, including as president of the Bar Association.
Damian Kelsick KC maintains a respected litigation practice out of Basseterre, with expertise spanning white-collar crime as well as general commercial proceedings. He is known for the extensive range of cases he takes on, as well as his ability to handle highly complex disputes.
