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McKINNEY, BANCROFT & HUGHES is one of the largest and oldest firms in The Bahamas and conducts an extensive international and domestic practice from its offices in the cities of Nassau and Freeport. MB&H is a full service client centred premier law firm with one of the largest and most highly regarded litigation departments in the Bahamas. The firm delivers its legal services through twelve main Practice Areas involving nearly thirty lawyers and is the exclusive Bahamian member of Lex Mundi, the world’s leading network of independent law firms in over 160 countries. 


MB&H Corporate Services Ltd., an affiliate of the law firm has established itself as a market leader in the provision of corporate and financial services. Licensed under the Financial and Corporate Services Providers Act, MB&H Corporate Services Ltd., provides its local and global clientele with a full array of competitively priced financial services products.

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General Business Law - Bahamas

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What the Team is Known For

McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes enjoys widespread praise for its strength in litigation and other forms of dispute resolution. The firm's practice covers a wide range of contentious matters, from IP infringement cases and corporate insolvencies to breach of contract and shareholder disputes. The firm is regarded as a go-to adviser by a range of banks, trust companies, luxury hotel groups and real estate developers. In addition to litigation, McKinney offers comprehensive assistance with non-contentious matters, including asset sales, liquidations and business structuring, and further proficiency in all aspects of contentious and non-contentious taxation.

Work Highlights

  • McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes assisted the Central Bank of the Bahamas with its Cheque Elimination Project, including advice on strategy, interactions with stakeholders and the drafting of legislation and regulations.

Strengths

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They provide a holistic approach to problem-solving.

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Global

They are a great team with great lawyers. They are an institution on the island.

General Business Law respondent
Global

McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes provides high levels of service and is able to respond to any of our needs at a moment's notice.

General Business Law respondent
Global

The law firm is always up to date and well-versed regarding new laws in relation to real estate transactions in the Bahamas.

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Notable Practitioners

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H. Campbell Cleare III
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H. Campbell Cleare III
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Senior Statespeople

Nassau-based consultant Campbell Cleare is a seasoned lawyer who is highly regarded by peers and clients alike for his many years advising on development agreements and leasings.

Campbell Cleare is very good at dealing with complex legal matters.

He is a very well respected and a highly influential lawyer in the Bahamas.

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John F. Wilson KC
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John F. Wilson KC
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John Wilson KC is a highly respected lawyer who works on a range of shareholder and trust-related disputes, including both litigation and arbitration. He has a long track record of success in major cases and is a senior partner at McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes.

John Wilson KC is an incredibly articulate and forceful advocate. His advice is very sophisticated and commercial and he always has an answer.

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Kimberley A. Rolle
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Kimberley A. Rolle
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Kimberley Rolle has a growing reputation when it comes to transactional issues and commercial agreements. She regularly assists with loan facilities and real estate developments, acting for global financial institutions in addition to many other significant clients.

Kimberley Rolle is very mindful in terms of her advice and responses. She always tries to be as thorough as possible and she's very responsive.

Her communication skills are great.

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Sean N. C. Moree KC
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Sean N. C. Moree KC
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Band 2

Sean Moree is an acclaimed lawyer who has wide-ranging experience in disputes work and is particularly sought out for his representation in trust, insolvency and liquidation-related matters, as well as those pertaining to corporate fraud.

Sean Moree is very efficient, accessible to the client at different times during the day and very timely.

Sean offers strong communication with a firm grasp of his practice area.

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Kevin A. C. Moree
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Kevin A. C. Moree
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Kevin Moree is widely known for his specialism in contentious tax cases. In particular, he is sought out for his advice on the impact of the Bahamas' VAT legislation, having assisted several big-name clients in this regard.

Kevin has a firm grasp of the subject matter and knows the rule in an encyclopaedic way. He's able to explain and articulate matters, showing the potential outcomes to clients.

Kevin Moree has a wealth of experience. He is able to share his knowledge and provide guidance to his clients.

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Gia Sands
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Gia Sands
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Up and Coming

Gia Sands is an up-and-coming lawyer notable for her work negotiating agreements with government institutions, as well as commercial leases for the purpose of real estate development and significant financings.

She is always responsive and provides good advice in good time.

Gia Sands looks out for her customer. She is very thorough in ensuring that the client's interest is well represented and taken care of.

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Vanessa L. Smith
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Vanessa L. Smith
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Up and Coming

Vanessa Smith is an increasingly prominent lawyer who is highly regarded by the market. She is notably experienced in insolvency and family law, as well as the enforcement of arbitration awards.

Vanessa Smith is highly responsive and able to discuss complex decisions at the highest level.

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Ranked Lawyers at
McKinney, Bancroft & Hughes

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H. Campbell Cleare III
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H. Campbell Cleare III
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Senior Statespeople
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Kimberley A. Rolle
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Kimberley A. Rolle
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Gia Sands
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Gia Sands
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Up and Coming
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General Business Law: Dispute Resolution
John F. Wilson KC
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John F. Wilson KC
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Sean N. C. Moree KC
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Sean N. C. Moree KC
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Kevin A. C. Moree
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Kevin A. C. Moree
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Vanessa L. Smith
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Vanessa L. Smith
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General Business Law: Real Estate
Gia Sands
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Gia Sands
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Members

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Alexander Christie

Alicia Gibson

Andrew C. D. Smith

April Turner

Ashley N. Sands

Ava S. La-Roda

Beatrice E. Miranda

Berchel Wilson

Brenford A. V. Christie

Demi Pindling

Erin M. Hill

Floidira M. Collie

G. Diane Stewart

Gabrielle D. Wilson

Genell K. Sands

Justine A. Smith

Lourey C. Smith

Peteche Mitchell

RaSean V. Longley

Richard Lightbourn

Sir Brian Moree KT, K.C.

Theominique D. Nottage

Timothy A. Eneas K.C.