Maples Group’s investment funds practice is a market leader, advising across private equity, hedge, credit, digital assets, and multi-strategy sectors. The team is known for its expertise in complex hybrid and evergreen structures and is supported by its fiduciary and fund services arm, which provides management, fiduciary, accounting, and administration support. Cayman head Sheryl Dean specialises in private equity fund structures and downstream transactions, while global head Michael Richardson advises on hedge and private equity fund platforms. Jo Cunningham is noted for fund reorganisations, Philip Dickinson and Jeremy Bomford focus on private equity fund formation and transactions, Lee Davis advises from structuring to secondaries, and Stephen Watler acts as lead partner for a range of fund managers.

Walkers is recognised as a market leader in offshore investment funds, advising across the full liquidity spectrum, from private equity and hedge funds to credit, real estate, venture capital and hybrid vehicles. The team benefits from a strong regulatory and risk advisory practice, providing seamless support on complex fund structures. Global managing partner Ingrid Pierce is highly regarded for guiding funds through distress in volatile markets, while Caroline Williams specialises in private equity and hedge funds, including secondary transactions. Melissa Lim and James Melen bring deep expertise in fund formation, with Tim Ludford-Thomas and Christine Ballantyne-Drewe advising on both open and closed-ended structures. Andrew Barker is noted for downstream transactions and IPO advice, Prasana . for unit trusts, and Bicrom Das for private fund lifecycle management.

Mourant’s investment funds team is recognised for its expertise in fund launches, structuring and restructuring, with a strong reputation for handling complex work across asset classes, including private equity, hedge, credit and distressed funds. Catherine Pham leads the practice, bringing extensive experience in corporate finance and funds. Neal Lomax advises leading institutions on hedge and private equity fund establishment and restructuring, while managing partner Hayden Isbister is a prominent figure in the funds industry, assisting major fund managers and sponsors with the full lifecycle of funds. Rhiannon Williams further strengthens the team with her broad expertise spanning all aspects of investment funds matters.

Ogier’s investment funds team is recognised as a premier practice, advising on the full spectrum of fund structures and strategies, including hedge, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, credit, debt, energy, and crypto. James Bergstrom, head of the Cayman office, continues to lead on investment fund matters while overseeing global practice management. Joanne Huckle, global head of investment funds, is a leading authority on fund regulation and AML, while Giorgio Subiotto and Tim Cone lead the firm’s Latin American practice, advising major asset managers across the region. Other key practitioners include Tim Cone, Emma Sutherland, Gemma Cowan, and Graeme Loarridge.

Campbells’ investment funds team advises on the structuring, formation and launch of a wide range of funds, including hedge, private equity, venture capital and hybrid structures, with particular strength in venture capital fund formation and lifecycle management. Head of team Simon Thomas is noted for advising on some of the largest Cayman venture capital funds, while Richard Spencer advises fund managers on a variety of asset classes, including digital assets and real estate. Michelle Richie is highly regarded for her expertise in distressed funds and restructurings, while Kristy-Anne Leith has a strong focus on digital assets and crypto-related funds. Myfanwy Leggatt has a particular focus on private equity and venture capital structures and the formation, ongoing operation and dissolution thereof.

Carey Olsen’s investment funds team continues to expand its reputation, advising both emerging managers and established institutional sponsors on all aspects of Cayman Islands fund formation and management. Head of team Jarrod Farley has extensive experience establishing funds and advising on transactional, financing and regulatory matters. Emily Cornhill also focuses on fund establishment alongside ongoing compliance and transactional advice. Shane Westin advises a broad spectrum of fund managers, from start-ups to large institutions, on structuring funds and providing guidance throughout their lifecycle, with strong expertise in regulatory and compliance issues.

Appleby’s investment funds team is recognised for its expertise in high-profile, cross-border transactions spanning the US, Europe, Asia and Latin America. The practice combines deep sector knowledge with strong regulatory insight and benefits from the firm’s global technology and innovation group, bolstering its strength in the digital assets space. Head of team Sailaja Alla is highly experienced in structuring offshore funds, while Matt Mulry focuses on investment funds, financial services, and regulatory issues.

Conyers advises on the full spectrum of fund-related matters, from structuring, formation, and constitutional documentation to regulation, compliance, restructuring and termination, alongside ongoing advice to managers. With strong international coverage through offices in London, Hong Kong and Singapore, the group is well-positioned to handle cross-border mandates. Head of team Theo Lefkos specialises in private fund formation and operations, while Matthew Harkness focuses on fund formation, venture financings, M&A, and capital markets transactions.

Harneys has expanded its presence across multiple areas of the investment funds market, with notable growth in the Latin American space, particularly Brazil. The team advises on fund and manager formations, licensing, regulatory matters, seed capital, and structuring, with digital assets continuing to play a central role. Head of team James Smith is especially strong in Latin American funds work, while David Mathews brings deep expertise in blockchain projects and token offerings. Pamela Edwards complements the practice with experience spanning fund formation, operation, closure, and regulatory compliance.

Stuarts Humphries offers a comprehensive investment funds practice, advising on fund formation, structuring, transactions, restructurings, and matters involving cryptocurrency and blockchain. Head of team Chris Humphries brings deep expertise in fund structuring and corporate transactions for both private and listed clients. Megan Wright plays a central role in leading complex restructurings, liquidations, and high-value transactions, while Jonathan McLean oversees compliance, regulatory, and governance matters for funds.

Bedell Cristin’s investment funds practice advises across open and closed-ended structures, acting both as Cayman Islands counsel alongside onshore advisers and as lead counsel. The team has built strong relationships with institutional investors, US fund managers, and digital asset specialists, covering the full fund lifecycle. Head of team Stephen Nelson is recognised for his expertise in funds and regulatory applications, regularly advising fund managers, private equity structures, start-ups, tech companies, and digital asset funds.

Collas Crill’s investment funds team is noted for its focus on emerging markets and managers, particularly across Central America and Asia. The practice advises on diverse strategies spanning blockchain, merger appraisal claims, and insurance contracts. Head of team Chantelle Day brings extensive experience in structuring hedge and private equity funds, guiding clients through all stages of fund formation and operation.

Dillon Eustace’s investment funds team advises on all aspects of fund work, with particularly strong links to its Irish office, representing numerous Irish-domiciled funds and asset managers. Head of team Jonathan Law is noted for his expertise in acting for institutional investors on the establishment, operation, restructuring, and participation in Cayman-domiciled alternative fund structures.

Loeb Smith Attorneys advises across investment funds, M&A, blockchain, fintech, cryptocurrency and tokenisation transactions, alongside private equity and regulatory matters. The practice is led by Gary Smith, who has extensive experience spanning corporate work and investment funds. He regularly guides clients through fund formation, restructuring and closure, and is a key port of call for companies, banks, insurers, fund managers, and other institutions.

Nelsons advises on the formation and maintenance of Cayman investment funds, including exempted companies, SPCs, partnerships, and unit trusts. The team assists with offering documents, regulatory approvals, and AML compliance, and has a growing digital assets practice. Steven Barrie leads with deep trust expertise, while Laura Oseland advises funds and intermediaries on corporate, regulatory, and structuring matters.