Thursday 30th May 2019  5:30 PM

The Restructuring and Insolvency Specialists Association (Bahamas) (“RISA Bahamas”) will host an inaugural roundtable event featuring a selection of industry experts on 30 May 2019 at the British Colonial Hilton.

The roundtable discussions intend to generate dialogue on proposed amendments to insolvency legislation in The Bahamas including the following:
• The Companies Winding Up Amendment Act 2011
• The Companies Liquidation Rules
• The International Commercial Arbitration Bill 2018
• The Arbitration (Amendment) Bill 2018
• The Bankruptcy Act 1870
• The Bankruptcy Rules 1876

Panelists consists of a selection of seasoned insolvency practitioners such as Mr. Brian Moree QC (McKinney Bancroft & Hughes), Mr. Philip C. Dunkley QC (Higgs & Johnson), Mr. John Delaney QC (Delaney Partners), Mr. Brian Simms QC (Lennox Paton), Mr. Ed Rahming (Intelisys Bahamas) and Mr. Igal Wizman (Ernst & Young). The Panel will be moderated by Sophia Rolle-Kapousouzoglou (Lennox Paton).

This event will bring together RISA Bahamas members and other experts in order to meet, discuss and learn in the company of experienced practitioners. Sponsors of the event include Providence Law and PricewaterhouseCoopers.

RISA Bahamas is a local professional body for those practicing restructuring and insolvency. A principle focus of the organization is on professional education and training. RISA Bahamas is a Professional industry Association of The Bahamas Financial Services Board as well as a member association of the International Association of Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Professionals (“INSOL”). INSOL is a world-wide federation of national associations for accountants and attorneys who specialize in turnaround, restructuring and insolvency and has over 10,000 members globally.

Should you wish to learn more about RISA Bahamas please e-mail risabahamas@gmail.com.