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Areas of Practice: | Estate Planning | Business Law | Church & Nonprofit Law | Conveyancing & Property Law | Family Law

Estate Planning

Planning for the future ensures peace of mind for you and protection for your loved ones. As a Jamaican Will and Estate Administration Lawyer, I help individuals create effective estate plans to manage and distribute their assets in the event of death or incapacity. I also assist with the administration of estates, including cross-border matters, ensuring that foreign Wills and Grants are properly recognized and enforced in Jamaica. Transfer of assets into Trusts to minimize any delays of access.

Services Include:
• Will preparation in Jamaica
• Codicil Preparation
• Power of Attorney in Jamaica
• Grant of Probate in Jamaica
• Grant of Administration in Jamaica
• Resealing Foreign Grants in Jamaica
• Limited Grants of Representation
• Distribution of Assets in Jamaica
• Notation of Death of Joint Proprietor
• Estate TRN in Jamaica
• Estate Assessment
• Transfer Tax on Death Exemption Applications
• Transfer of Shares
• Trusts

Conveyancing & Property Law

Navigating property law in Jamaica can be complex, but you don’t have to do it alone. I provide legal support for buying, selling, and formalizing ownership of property across all Jamaican parishes. Whether you’re adding names to a Title or managing a property transaction, I ensure your interests are protected. I serve both local and clients in the diaspora— individuals and corporate entities or trusts— with reliable and efficient legal guidance.

Services Include:
• Adverse Possession in Jamaica
• Caveat Registration in Jamaica
• Change of Name Application
• Correction of Name in Jamaica
• Boundary Rectification in Jamaica
• First Registration of Property in Jamaica
• Lease Agreements
• Lost Title Application in Jamaica
• Modification of Covenants
• Mortgage Agreements
• Notation of Marriage
• Notation of Death of Joint Proprietor
• Power of Attorney in Jamaica
• Sale and Purchase of Property in Jamaica
• Surrender of Title
• Transfer of Land or Interest in Jamaica

Company

Starting and operating a business in Jamaica requires strong legal support to ensure compliance, protection, and growth. I assist entrepreneurs, companies, and investors with a wide range of corporate legal services — from company formation and registration to drafting shareholder agreements, corporate governance, restructuring, and regulatory compliance. Whether you’re launching a startup, expanding operations, or navigating complex business transactions, I provide practical, reliable legal guidance tailored to Jamaica’s legal and commercial landscape.

Services include:
Business name registration
Business renewal
Tax Compliance certificate
Company Incorporation
Addition of Director
Removal of Director
Partnership registration
Name change
Annual returns
Increase share capital
Re allotment of shares
Change of Company Secretary
Letter of good standing
Certified articles of incorporation
Business proposals
Licensing (Trade license, Public procurement license, Employment, Travel Agency, Manufacturers, Motor vehicle import license, Import & export license)

Church & Nonprofit Charitable Status Business

Starting or managing a church or charitable organization requires more than a vision — it requires proper legal structure and compliance. I assist churches, ministries, and nonprofits with establishing legal status, obtaining charitable registration, and maintaining regulatory compliance. From incorporation and governance to tax-exempt status, property matters, and international mission work, I provide faith-aligned legal support to ensure your organization is positioned to serve effectively, responsibly, and lawfully.

Services include:

Formation & Registration Services
Incorporation of churches and ministries (charitable status)
Registration under the Charities Act (Jamaica)
Application for charitable status and tax-exempt recognition
Drafting Memoranda & Articles of Association or Constitutions
Filing with Companies Office or Registrar of Charities
Governance & Compliance
Board structure and policy development, Conflict of interest policies, Annual compliance filings and renewals
Charities Commission or Registrar reporting, Internal controls and risk management policies
Tax & Legal Advisory
Guidance on tax exemptions and eligibility for charitable tax benefits
Legal opinions on religious activities and charitable objects
Advising on local/international donations and tax-deductible gifts
Asset Management
Drafting and reviewing leases, deeds, and land use agreements
Title transfers for church-owned land
International Charitable Projects
Cross-border giving and foreign nonprofit compliance
Mission partnerships and legal structuring for international ministry work
Registration of foreign charities operating locally

Family Law

Family matters require both legal skill and compassionate support. As a Family Law Attorney, I assist individuals and families through sensitive and life-changing legal issues such as divorce, adoption. I provide clear, practical advice while protecting your rights and promoting the best interests of your family. Whether resolving disputes through negotiation or representing you in court, I’m committed to helping you move forward with strength, dignity, and peace of mind.

Services offered:
Guardianship
Adoption
International / Intercountry Adoption
Step-Parent or Relative Adoption
Compliance with the Child Care and Protection Act (Jamaica)
Liaising with CPFSA (Child Protection and Family Services Agency)
Guidance through Home Study and Court Procedures

Let’s Connect.
Whether you’re walking through a difficult legal matter or planning for the future, my goal is to be your advocate, your counselor, and your support — both legally and prayerfully. Let’s Connect. If you’re looking for a lawyer who shares your values and will walk with you through every step with grace and clarity, I invite you to reach out. Together, we can seek justice, pursue peace, and move forward with hope.