Investment Funds

James Bergstrom has a wealth of experience in the investment fund space. He is a respected lawyer who maintains a well-established funds practice in the Cayman Islands. He is active in private equity fund formation as well as in providing regulatory support on funds matters.

"James Bergstrom shows excellent creativity and has a wide base of historical knowledge regarding the development of the Cayman funds market."

"He is very knowledgeable on Cayman law."

Nick Rogers is especially known for his focus on hedge fund issues. He is also equally capable of assisting asset managers with private equity fund formation, as well as fund regulatory work and downstream transactions.

"Nick Rogers at Ogier is a really good solid lawyer with lots of experience."

Giorgio Subiotto heads the Latin America team. He is a well-known and highly experienced Cayman attorney who regularly assists with the launch, structuring and merger of private equity funds, in addition to advising on regulatory matters in the investment management space.

"Giorgio Subiotto provides exceptional service and demonstrates a high level of professionalism and expertise."

"Giorgio Subiotto and his team are extremely knowledgeable about Cayman law and regulations, and they have the ability to summarise issues and explain the challenges we face in a clear manner."

Joanne Huckle is highlighted in connection with open-ended and private equity funds, including in regard to fund launches. She has additional experience advising on regulatory matters pertinent to asset managers.

"Joanne Huckle is very responsive, practical and pragmatic. She is able to be so practical and pragmatic because she has such a great understanding of the law."

"Joanne is very good. She covers funds and regulatory matters. She is a very competent lawyer and a very nice person to deal with."

"Ogier's Joanne Huckle is very prudent and adept at applying law in a way that also reflects the client's commercial needs."

Bradley Kruger is a seasoned lawyer who handles a broad range of investment fund mandates in addition to his responsibilities as head of the Cayman corporate team.

"Bradley Kruger is a great resource and is extremely practical."

"Bradley Kruger brings a lot of experience and contacts. He helps us identify areas that might be pain points in the future, showing a good level of foresight and industry knowledge. He is also very responsive to enquiries."

Justin Savage has a particular focus on hedge funds, assisting with launches as well as regulatory concerns. His recent work has included mandates relating to the restructuring of private equity funds.

"I am always impressed with Justin Savage's advice, which is always on-point and provides a good commercial basis to work from, in addition to being spot-on in terms of legal technicalities."

"Justin Savage has a practical and commercial approach that does not sacrifice the soundness of his legal advice."

Natalie Bell is an up-and-coming partner with experience advising on fund formation, fund finance and fund restructuring work as well as assisting with downstream transactions. Increasingly highlighted as a go-to figure in this space, she recently joined Ogier after leaving Collas Crill.

"Natalie is extremely knowledgeable and responsive, and she's great to work with."

"Natalie Bell's advice across corporate and fund services is exemplary."

"Natalie Bell is an excellent lawyer. She is technically strong and a problem solver."