Robert Searle
Robert holds a Bachelor of Accounting and Bachelor of Laws (LLB), along with a Master of Laws (LLM) specialising in Corporate and Finance Law. He practiced in Australia with McCullough Robertson and in London with SJ Berwin with particular emphasis on all areas of corporate finance and investment funds
Qualifications and admissions:
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
- Master of Laws (LLM) – Corporate and Finance Law
- Bachelor of Accounting
- Supreme Court of Queensland (1998) (non practising)
- Solicitor of the Supreme Court (England & Wales)
- Attorney at Law in the Cayman Islands
Recent prior career history:
- Australia, McCullough Robertson
- London, SJ Berwin
Areas of practice and expertise:
- Investment funds
- Corporate finance
Recognition and awards:
- Chambers Global 2011 Guide states Robert “is a real testament to the firm.” He has been based in the Cayman Islands since 2003 and receives unanimous praise from clients for his responsiveness and business acumen. “He is clear and knowledgeable about Cayman funds law, and is a proactive and helpful lawyer who makes himself available.”
- Chambers 2010 Guide confirms that Robert is viewed as “one of the names for investment funds” and his experience covers Australia and the UK too.
- The Chambers 2009 Guide, states that Robert Searle is lauded by clients as “an extraordinarily good, attentive attorney with expert drafting skills.”
- In the Chambers Global Guide 2008 the editors note that Robert is highly praised for his work in funds management, and clients note his “responsiveness and extremely solid grasp of the industry and relevant legal issues.”
Publications and speaking engagements:
Robert speaks at various international conferences and regularly contributes articles to international and Cayman Islands publications.
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