Carey Olsen is a leading international offshore law firm with a heritage dating back to 1898. Headquartered in the Channel Islands, the firm has grown into one of the most prominent legal practices in the offshore world, advising clients on the laws of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, and Jersey. It also maintains a presence in other major financial centres, including London, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Cape Town.
Carey Olsen provides a comprehensive range of legal services across core practice areas such as banking and finance, corporate and mergers and acquisitions (M&A), investment funds, private equity, trusts and private wealth, dispute resolution, insolvency and restructuring, regulatory and compliance matters, and property law. The firm’s partner-led approach ensures high-quality, commercially sensible legal advice tailored to the specific needs of its clients.
The firm serves an extensive and diversified client base that includes global financial institutions, investment funds and asset managers, private equity houses, multinational corporations, sovereign wealth funds, public bodies, directors and trustees, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Carey Olsen also collaborates closely with major onshore law firms, accountancy practices, and insolvency professionals on complex cross-border transactions and disputes.
With over 300 lawyers and more than 80 partners supported by more than 650 employees worldwide, Carey Olsen combines deep technical expertise with a strong global network to handle sophisticated legal matters across jurisdictions. The firm is widely recognised for its legal excellence and has achieved top rankings in leading independent legal directories.
Throughout its long history, Carey Olsen has built a reputation for delivering strategic, client-centric solutions, grounded in commercial insight and practical experience. Its commitment to service, professionalism, and international reach makes it a trusted adviser for organisations and individuals navigating the complexities of offshore law.
