Graham Thompson
Legal Services | Bahamas
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Judith A. WhiteheadManaging Partner
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Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas | Freeport, Grand Bahama, Bahamas | Lyford Cay, Nassau, Bahamas | Providenciales, Turks & Caicos
- Thursday, May 7, 2020 | Estate Planning Vehicles for Vulnerable Clients
- Thursday, May 7, 2020 | Bahamas Summary - Emergency Powers (COVID-19) (No. 2) Order 2020
GrahamThompson (GT) prides itself on its unique combination of expert legal skills and real-world experience in working out effective solutions to complex problems. With 70 years of continuous history and a first-rate balance between seasoned practitioners and dynamic young lawyers, GT is excellence-driven in every way.
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Jayel D. GibsonAssociate

Conor GottliebAssociate

Christina D. JustinAssociate

Zia A. Lewis-AdamsAssociate

Sean G. McWeeney Jr.Associate

Damian E. NevilleAssociate

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Bahamas Summary - Emergency Powers (COVID-19) (No. 2) Order 2020
Graham Thompson, May 2020
To contain the spread of COVID-19, the Office of the Prime Minister of The Bahamas (“the Competent Authority”) has extended the state of public emergency to the 31st May, 2020. New regulations have been introduced to minimize spread of the virus while allowing for a phased re-opening of the economy. This update summarizes those measures to date. Suspension of Filing Obligations – During the state of public emergency and for an additional 30 days after, the obligation to make filings with a government agency or regulatory authority has been suspended...
Estate Planning Vehicles for Vulnerable Clients
Graham Thompson, May 2020
There is no statutory definition or guideline as to who ‘vulnerable clients’ are. As such, for our purposes, vulnerable clients can include (but are not limited to): The elderly (persons over the age of 65). Children (persons under the age of 18). Individuals who are incapacitated. Individuals at risk of physical harm (e.g. in domestic violence scenarios). Pregnant women. Individuals with mental or physical disabilities. Individuals with significant health issues (including those with terminal illnesses). Individuals who are illiterate. Individuals with cultural or language barriers...
Burrows Authors "Doing Business in" The Bahamas Global Practice Guide
Graham Thompson, September 2019
Graham Thompson Partner Theo Burrows provides a comprehensive review of the "Law and Practice" of Doing Business in The Bahamas. The writing appears in the 2019 Chambers Global Practice Guide for doing business in countries and territories around the world. The guide provides an overview of the country's legal system, and delves into key areas related to conducting business and investments in The Bahamas...
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