Collas Crill's teams in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and Cayman Islands have received another solid set of rankings in the 2026 Legal 500 Caribbean directory.
The firm is consistently ranked across all of its key practice areas. New for 2026 is the addition of listings in the Regulatory and Compliance category, with Cayman and BVI both achieving a Tier 3 ranking.
Cayman Managing Partner Gina Berry and BVI Managing Partner Ellie Crespi retain their 'Leading Partner' status while Partner Rocco Cecere is listed as a 'Next Generation Partner'.
The firm has also received a number of industry endorsements on the expertise, commerciality and customer-first approach of its teams.
See below an overview of the firm's rankings and a selection of the testimonials received.
To view Collas Crill's full BVI rankings, click here. For the firm's Cayman Islands rankings, click here.
Real Estate – Tier 2 (Cayman Islands)
Gina Berry – Leading Partner
‘Highly competent and accommodating team members that provide superb service.’
‘Flexibility and responsiveness, with the ability to meet demanding timelines.’
‘Very conscientious, timely, responsive, and knowledgeable.’
‘Gina Berry is excellent and knowledgeable. Very focused on the client.’
‘Collas Crill provides a unique blend of local experience backed by global knowledge.’
‘The team at Collas Crill are always very responsive, timely, and professional. They have a natural ability to connect with our customers and associates that we deal with when working on various transactions. Having the connections and the ability to negotiate and steer through complex deals is a talent that is not readily available elsewhere.'
Dispute Resolution – Tier 3 (Cayman) Tier 4 (BVI)
Rocco Cecere - Next Generation Partner
‘A very approachable team, who are easy to work with. They quickly develop a good working relationship with clients and counsel teams, even in challenging circumstances.'
‘I would particularly recommend Rocco Cecere and Zachary Hoskins. I found them very easy to work with, having good judgment on legal and tactical issues, and thorough knowledge of the local courts. It was clear that the clients also had a high degree of trust in them. A very able team.’
‘I have been working with the firm, acting on behalf of dissenting shareholders in high-value share appraisal proceedings under s.238 of the Cayman Islands Companies Act. Highly sophisticated litigators, with in-depth knowledge of the relevant procedure and caselaw. Strategically and tactically astute.’
‘Zachary Hoskin is an expert in s.238 proceedings. Experienced, knowledgeable, and on top of all the facets of a case. He is an effective manager of litigation - making sure that everything is being done at the right time by the right people. A valuable sounding board on any complex issue, and a great pleasure to work with.'
‘The team brings real expertise, commercial common sense, and forensic insight to disputes. Absolutely great to deal with, responsive, and realistic.’
‘Zachary Hoskin brings more than a decade of international experience and is well respected amongst Cayman lawyers. Particularly in Section 238 litigation, Zach is a master of his art.'
'The team was commercial and precise, producing clear, well‑reasoned advice on tight timelines.'
Private Client and Trusts, Tier 3 (Cayman)
‘The firm has has provided remarkable advice, backed up by Andrew Peedom in the contentious area.’
‘Collas Crill has recently gone through a rejuvenation process; there is a lot of energy and desire for growth. They have made some great hires, expanding on a fantastic team. The future looks bright for Collas Crill.’
‘Andrew Peedom is a real asset to their contentious trust offering, a first-rate lawyer with great client skills. A real joy to work with. Andrew will always do right by his clients.’
‘The team has good strength and depth.’
‘Andrew Peedom cuts through the issues to get to what really matters. He is firm when needed.'
(New) Regulatory and Compliance, Tier 3 (BVI and Cayman)
'Greg Boyd is extremely strong and business savvy; we enjoy working with him.’
‘The team is always engaged, always quick to get to the point, and understand the situation.'
'Greg Boyd has been a great help.'
Banking, Finance and Capital Markets – Tier 4 (BVI)
Ellie Crespi - Leading Partner
Corporate and Commercial, Tier 4 (BVI) Tier 5 (Cayman)
'Collas Crill's BVI corporate and commercial has an excellent blend of experienced partners and quality associates.’
‘Ellie Crespi is absolutely dedicated to her clients and a joy to work with. She has built a strong team around her, especially senior associate to watch, Annabel Bishop.'
‘Ellie Crespi is very knowledgeable, kind, and helpful.’
Investment Funds, Tier 5 (Cayman)
‘I appreciate their spirit of collaboration with us in delivering to our client the desired outcomes in respect of Cayman funds. Our client often requires a short turnaround time, which Collas Crill works closely with us to meet.’
‘Depth of experience, hands-on, senior-level service, and regulatory fluency.’
‘Chantelle Day is an astute lawyer with a balanced and pragmatic approach.'
