Forward thinking
offshore specialists

Hatstone is a boutique multi-jurisdictional legal and corporate services group.

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The Hatstone Group

We believe that the right people will attract the best work, so we have a first class team to assist you.

Hatstone is a leading boutique multi-jurisdictional law firm that delivers an exceptional partner-led client service from Jersey, Panama, BVI, Switzerland and the UK. Our legal services cover all areas of corporate and commercial, banking and finance, structured finance, investment funds, dispute resolution and private clients and trusts.

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Our core services

1.027

US Billion (GDP)

31k

Population (2023)

58

Square miles

5.76

Billion GBP (GDP)

108k

Population (2023)

45.5

Square miles

63.61

Billion USD (GDP)

4.4

Million (Population 2023)

29k

Square miles

637

Billion USD (GDP)

8.8

Million (Population 2023)

15k

Square miles

3.2

Trillion USD (GDP)

67.7

Million (Population 2023)

94

Square miles

Corporate Services

We have in-depth knowledge of the regulatory systems and an understanding of the requirements of international financial reporting standards, giving our clients peace of mind. Our communication, reporting and technical platforms have been designed to provide up-to-date client information on request so as to meet their individual reporting needs.

Private Wealth

Through our group partner led approach, we are able to advise local and international financial institutions, professional trustees, family offices, wealth managers, proprietor managed businesses and families on a wide range of private capital related matters. We work closely with a range of international law and accountancy firms and offshore trust companies to provide a full suite of services.

Investment Funds

We advise on, and a number of our lawyers have been on the boards of, the full suite of investment funds, including private investment structures, JPFs, unregulated funds, listed funds, expert funds, open-ended collective investment funds and family office fund structures, across a wide range of asset classes, including Real Estate (including: commercial, residential, agriculture, forestry), hedge, Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Special Opportunities.

Regulatory Advice

At Hatstone, we are committed to providing expert advice on the complexities of financial services law and regulation. Our team stays abreast of the latest legal developments, ensuring that we offer current and comprehensive guidance. We regularly assist clients in understanding and navigating the intricate regulatory landscape, offering tailored advice to ensure compliance with financial services laws.

Banking & Finance

Our offshore banking and finance team regularly acts for lenders, borrowers, corporate service providers, trustees, investors, corporates, issuers, alternative lenders and other finance parties in cross-border transactions.

Corporate & Commercial

We regularly advise international banks, financial services businesses, foreign corporations, local businesses, public and private companies, directors, shareholders, general partners, limited partners, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals on all aspects of corporate and commercial law.

Private Wealth

Through our group partner led approach, we are able to advise local and international financial institutions, professional trustees, family offices, wealth managers, proprietor managed businesses and families on a wide range of private capital related matters. We work closely with a range of international law and accountancy firms and offshore trust companies to provide a full suite of services.

Employment Law

Employment legislation and best practice is constantly evolving, with the introduction of new legislation and reporting requirements. At Hatstone, our lawyers ensure they’re aware of these changes, so they can raise awareness with clients and assist them to adapt and implement any recommendations.

Investment Funds

We advise on, and a number of our lawyers have been on the boards of, the full suite of investment funds, including private investment structures, JPFs, unregulated funds, listed funds, expert funds, open-ended collective investment funds and family office fund structures, across a wide range of asset classes, including Real Estate (including: commercial, residential, agriculture, forestry), hedge, Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Special Opportunities.

Regulatory Advice

At Hatstone, we are committed to providing expert advice on the complexities of financial services law and regulation. Our team stays abreast of the latest legal developments, ensuring that we offer current and comprehensive guidance. We regularly assist clients in understanding and navigating the intricate regulatory landscape, offering tailored advice to ensure compliance with financial services laws.

Banking & Finance

Our offshore banking and finance team regularly acts for lenders, borrowers, corporate service providers, trustees, investors, corporates, issuers, alternative lenders and other finance parties in cross-border transactions.

Corporate & Commercial

We regularly advise international banks, financial services businesses, foreign corporations, local businesses, public and private companies, directors, shareholders, general partners, limited partners, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals on all aspects of corporate and commercial law.

Corporate Services

We have in-depth knowledge of the regulatory systems and an understanding of the requirements of international financial reporting standards, giving our clients peace of mind. Our communication, reporting and technical platforms have been designed to provide up-to-date client information on request so as to meet their individual reporting needs.

Private Wealth

Through our group partner led approach, we are able to advise local and international financial institutions, professional trustees, family offices, wealth managers, proprietor managed businesses and families on a wide range of private capital related matters. We work closely with a range of international law and accountancy firms and offshore trust companies to provide a full suite of services.

Employment Law

Employment legislation and best practice is constantly evolving, with the introduction of new legislation and reporting requirements. At Hatstone, our lawyers ensure they’re aware of these changes, so they can raise awareness with clients and assist them to adapt and implement any recommendations.

Investment Funds

We advise on, and a number of our lawyers have been on the boards of, the full suite of investment funds, including private investment structures, JPFs, unregulated funds, listed funds, expert funds, open-ended collective investment funds and family office fund structures, across a wide range of asset classes, including Real Estate (including: commercial, residential, agriculture, forestry), hedge, Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Special Opportunities.

Real Estate

Our Panama team are happy to assist with all legal aspects of your Panama sale, purchase or rental which includes the preparation of any necessary agreements, undertaking local due diligence and searches and the provision of legal opinions. Hatstone can also assist with the sale of any property you may have in Panama through its associated real estate business, Hatstone Real Estate S.A.

Regulatory Advice

At Hatstone, we are committed to providing expert advice on the complexities of financial services law and regulation. Our team stays abreast of the latest legal developments, ensuring that we offer current and comprehensive guidance. We regularly assist clients in understanding and navigating the intricate regulatory landscape, offering tailored advice to ensure compliance with financial services laws.

Banking & Finance

Our offshore banking and finance team regularly acts for lenders, borrowers, corporate service providers, trustees, investors, corporates, issuers, alternative lenders and other finance parties in cross-border transactions.

Corporate & Commercial

We regularly advise international banks, financial services businesses, foreign corporations, local businesses, public and private companies, directors, shareholders, general partners, limited partners, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals on all aspects of corporate and commercial law.

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