Stephen Hellman Appointed Puisne Judge

July 12, 2012

Government House announced today that after consultation with the Chief Justice Ian Kawaley, Governor George Fergusson has appointed Mr Stephen Hellman to the Island’s Supreme Court as a Puisne Judge with effect from 4 September 2012 for a period of five years.

Mr Hellman was called to the Bar of England & Wales in 1988 and is a member of the Inner Temple. He has served on the England & Wales Bar Standards Board’s Professional Conduct Committee for the past three years.

Mr Hellman’s main area of practice has been in the field of criminal law, with a recent emphasis on asset confiscation and financial crime. He also has wide offshore civil and commercial litigation experience from working in private practice in the Cayman Islands and Guernsey.

Governor George Fergusson said: “I was pleased to approve the appointment of Mr Stephen Hellman to the Bermuda Bench upon the recommendation of the Chief Justice. Mr Hellman will bring with him an unusual blend of in-depth criminal law experience and a sound understanding of offshore commercial legal culture. “

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  1. Liars! says:

    Sweet, lets get some more action MR. Governer, this is great news for us here as the old guard are way to used to being in Bermuda…we need fresh, fresh, fresh faces….sorry plp!

  2. tom-e says:

    Welcome!
    I welcome a fresh perspective on our island’s presumed lax judicial system. Hopeful to see the judgements meeting the crimes for a change – experienced fresh eyes and unfamiliarity with those that b…can make all the difference

    JMHO

  3. Ole says:

    What you really mean is that you want to see the bench get lighter..more fair…so obvious

    • Tom-e says:

      I’m black – what the hell does colour have to do with anything???????????????? I get what you’re insinuating loud and damn clear.

      My opinion is….The current guard has become complacent. I would like to see judges apply the law to the full extent were the punishment fits the crime. End of Story.

      What is wrong with people always so freakin negative!