Stanbrook Prudhoe
Third Floor Graceway House, Graceway Plaza, Leeward Highway, Providenciales
Stanbrook Prudhoe is one of the largest law firms in the Turks and Caicos and provides a range of litigation, counsel, and advisory services to domestic and international clients. Founded in the early 2000s by barrister and attorney Tim Prudhoe, the firm has since expanded across the Caribbean region and currently operates in 14 jurisdictions.
The firm specializes in resolving complex and cross-border challenges across a range of practice areas, from onshore and offshore corporate, fiduciary, and commercial matters to disputes and real estate development. The firm is led by partners Tim Prudhoe and Sophie Stanbrook, who together have a combined more than 30 years of experience providing legal services in the Turks and Caicos Islands and the region at large.
Disputes and Litigation
Stanbrook Prudhoe’s lawyers litigate across the Caribbean region, and they have extensive experience in cross-border litigation and work frequently with co-counsel and General Counsel teams. The firm handles commercial and public law disputes, representing both governmental and non-governmental entities. They are deeply involved in high-value disputes in the Turks and Caicos Islands, including insolvency and post-judgment enforcement. Firm principal Tim Prudhoe (licensed as an Insolvency Practitioner) and his team regularly advise foreign office holders.
The firm is well-known for tackling controversial issues and challenging governments, actively seeking "David and Goliath" cases. They have achieved significant legal milestones, such as confirming litigation funding permissibility and securing habeas corpus releases for unlawfully detained migrants.
Real Estate Development
The team at Stanbrook Prudhoe has been extensively involved in many major real estate developments in the islands. They’ve represented landowners, purchasers, developers, and banks throughout all stages of the development process. Prominent projects include the Grace Bay Club and The Ritz-Carlton, Turks and Caicos. For individuals purchasing homes in Turks and Caicos, Stanbrook Prudhoe can also advise on residency and immigration matters.
Corporate Matters
With extensive onshore and offshore experience, Stanbrook Prudhoe can advise on corporate, fiduciary, and commercial matters internationally. Organizations of all sizes are welcome, including publicly listed companies, family businesses, and start-ups. In addition, assistance with immigration, business licensing, importation, and permits are offered.