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Ogier

Investment Funds

Global Guide 2026 : Cayman Islands


Ogier

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Ogier's Cayman Investment Funds team is renowned for its strength and experience across a wide spectrum of fund structures and their particular regulatory and commercial approaches. We provide seamless expertise across the full fund lifecycle ranging from fund formation, structuring, regulation, corporate governance and investor disputes through to management of liquidity and business interruptions, strategic investor arrangements and wind-down and termination situations.

Having been in this market for more than 25 years, our longstanding team plays a formative role in the development of market practice in the Cayman Islands. We have forged strong links with managers and with funds partners at leading law firms in key onshore financial centres, including New York, and a wealth of expertise in private equity and venture capital funds.

The team’s diverse professional backgrounds include strong connections with North and South America, particularly Brazil, Asia, UK, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.

We act for leading global financial institutions, investment managers and corporate entities and are routinely chosen as Cayman offshore counsel of choice by leading international law firms, boutique advisors and other intermediaries.

Key contacts: James Bergstrom, Bradley Kruger, Angus Davison, Joanne Huckle, Justin Savage, Giorgio Subiotto, Tim Cone, Emma Sutherland

Industries (9)

  • Banks
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Insurance
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients/Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance

Chambers Review

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Investment Funds - Cayman Islands

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Ogier maintains a sizeable and highly regarded funds team in the Cayman Islands. The law firm acts for a broad range of investment management clients and onshore law firms, including several hailing from Latin America. It is well versed in all aspects of fund structures, including their formation, launch and regulation, and the team is recommended for its proficiency in both open and closed-end funds, as well as hedge funds and venture capital fund formation and restructuring.

Strengths

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  • The Ogier team is smart, responsive and commercial.

    Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Ogier is outstanding. The team is incredibly responsive, efficient and its bench strength is strong.

    Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • I am always impressed with Ogier's attentiveness and responsiveness, and this has been consistent throughout the years of working with the firm.

    Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • The Ogier team never fails to live up to the challenge.

    Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Ogier is very efficient, commercial and practical while also maintaining deep legal expertise and industry knowledge.

    Investment Funds respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersJames Bergstrom
    Eminent PractitionersJames Bergstrom

    James Bergstrom

    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 is the best in the industry.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • James Bergstrom has seen it all and has a deep understanding of Cayman law.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • James is able to drill into complex matters and find a simple, efficient solution.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Giorgio Subiotto
    Band 2Giorgio Subiotto

    Giorgio Subiotto

    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 is extremely helpful and knowledgeable.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Joanne Huckle
    Band 3Joanne Huckle

    Joanne Huckle

    Global head of investment funds at Ogier, 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 a legal expert as well as a trusted commercial adviser. She really understands our business and leads the team at Ogier to deliver excellent work for us.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Joanne Huckle is very commercial.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Joanne Huckle is technically very sound and knows what is important from a commercial perspective. She's also able to be creative when it would assist the deal at hand.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Justin Savage
    Band 4Justin Savage

    Justin Savage

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

    • He is an absolute pleasure to work with - approachable, thoughtful and fully committed to excellence.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Justin Savage is truly outstanding. His combination of deep technical expertise, exceptional responsiveness and his pragmatic, business-minded approach makes him an invaluable adviser.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Justin is a responsive, efficient and adept problem solver, finding commercial solutions to meet clients' needs.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Justin Savage consistently delivers clear, well-reasoned guidance on complex fund and regulatory matters, always with professionalism, integrity and genuine care for his clients.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Justin Savage is a superstar and a great advocate for his clients.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Bradley Kruger
    Band 5Bradley Kruger

    Bradley Kruger

    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.
  • Band 5Emma Sutherland
    Band 5Emma Sutherland

    Emma Sutherland

    Emma Sutherland provides guidance on a range of fund formation and fund regulatory issues, with experience acting for clients on debut launches. She handles matters relating to private equity, credit and real estate funds.

    • Emma Sutherland stands out in the offshore legal market through a combination of technical excellence, commercial insight and a consistently client-focused approach.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Emma Sutherland brings a sharp understanding of the jurisdiction's legal and regulatory landscape, paired with the global perspective essential to advising international clients.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • She is known for delivering clear, actionable advice that aligns with her client's strategic goals.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Of Emma’s many strengths, I would say that her interpersonal skills stand out in particular - she is great to work with.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
  • Band 5Tim Cone
    Band 5Tim Cone

    Tim Cone

    Tim Cone is a key member of Ogier's Latin America practice, with specific experience acting for Brazilian asset managers. He is regularly called upon in connection with fund launches.

    • Tim Cone is a great lawyer and is always available. He's great at providing swift and insightful advice for complex matters.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Tim is super-responsive and just 'gets it'. He offers advice which is not only sound but also practical in its application.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal
    • Tim Cone always delivers quick and precise advice.

      Investment Funds respondentGlobal

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