Lawyers and advisers in the British Virgin Islands
The Corporate INTL directory lists 5 experts in the British Virgin Islands from 5 firms.
The most represented practice areas in the British Virgin Islands are Corporate, Commercial & M&A, Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Family & Private Client. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Charlotte Caulfield
Charlotte is a leading and highly experienced licensed insolvency practitioner in the British Virgin Islands having been appointed over some of the most significant matters in the jurisdiction since commencing her practice there in 2009.…
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Hélène Anne Lewis
Founded in 2007, SimonetteLewis is a commercial law boutique at the cutting edge of international legal practice. Founding partners Helene Anne Lewis and Garvin Simonette bring 40 years’ combined experience to their newly established…
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Jamal S. Smith
Jamal S. Smith is an attorney who has worked at one of the largest Law Firms in the British Virgin Island for over 8 years and is now the Founder & Principle of THORNTON SMITH. THORNTON SMITH is a general practice law firm with expertise…
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Jeffrey Kirk
Jeffrey Kirk is the managing partner of the Appleby British Virgin Islands office and he leads the BVI office Corporate Practice Group. He advises on public and private M&A, capital markets, banking & finance, investment funds & services,…
View profile →Nelcia St Jean
Nelcia St Jean, a partner at McW Todman & Co in Road Town, Tortola, was named Commercial Litigation Law Expert of the Year in the British Virgin Islands at the 2024 Corporate INTL Global Awards.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in the British Virgin Islands?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in the British Virgin Islands, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in the British Virgin Islands?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in the British Virgin Islands if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of the British Virgin Islands, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in the British Virgin Islands, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in the British Virgin Islands through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.