At Hunte & Co., our Corporate Law team provides thoughtful, practical guidance to help businesses at every stage, from business formation and structuring, to managing transactions, to transferring or dissolving a company. Our core values—including consideration for clients, respect for colleagues, and service to our community—inform every aspect of our work. We take the time to understand each client’s unique goals, and to advance them with professionalism and integrity.

We regularly assist clients with:

  • Contracts
  • Corporate Advisory and Governance
  • Joint Ventures
  • Mergers
  • Redomiciliation & Continuation
  • Shareholder Agreements
  • Employment law and Business Practice
  • Commercial Transactions
  • Business Formation and Structuring
  • Solvent Corporate Liquidations

Frequently Asked Questions

How are employment disputes resolved in the BVI?
Employment disputes in the BVI are initially addressed through the Labour Commissioner’s office, where complaints are reviewed and efforts at conciliation are made. Should the matter remain unresolved, more serious disputes may be referred to the Labour Arbitration Tribunal for adjudication.
Do joint ventures require a new legal entity?
Not necessarily. Joint ventures may be established by incorporating a separate legal entity, such as a corporation, limited liability company, or partnership. Alternatively, they can be formed through contractual agreements without creating a new entity.
Are shareholder agreements confidential?
Yes. Shareholder agreements are private documents and are not typically lodged with the corporate registry, in contrast to the articles of association.
Can companies redomicile into or out of the BVI?
Yes. The BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 permits both inward and outward continuation, subject to compliance with the requirements of the BVI and the foreign jurisdiction.
What law governs commercial contracts in the BVI?
The law governing commercial contracts in the British Virgin Islands is primarily derived from English common law, encompassing established principles such as offer, acceptance, consideration, intention, and capacity. There is no overarching commercial code in the jurisdiction.