Renai Martin
Higgs & JohnsonDevelopers of a host of the high-end properties in Bahamas look to Higgs & Johnson for advice on drafting and coordinating documentation for land transformation and the completion of their projects. The firm's real estate department is well versed in negotiations with the Bahamian government and government ministries and authorities with regarding acquisitions, commercial activities, tax, licencing and all related regulatory matters. Heading the team are Stephen Melvin, who focuses on foreign direct investment and is counsel of choice to a number of numerous international and Bahamian property developers; and more junior partner Ja’Ann Major, who has a broad practice across the real estate space. Sterling Cooke is a transactional lawyer to note, with Lori Nelson and Sandra Lightbourn being additional key figures. Renai Martin stands out as one of the top young lawyers in the market.
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‘Wide range of team members with varying expertise in-house to meet all needs. The teams work well together.’
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Stephen Melvin
Higgs & JohnsonNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Sandra Lightbourn
Higgs & JohnsonLori Nelson
Higgs & JohnsonPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stephen Melvin, Ja’Ann Major