We are a premier law firm based in Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean.

We are a premier law firm based in Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean.

We're committed to excellence and have a deep understanding of the local and international business landscape.

We're a team of attorneys at law and strategic consultants

Stefan J. Fox, LL.M

Lucas G.J. Berman, LL.M

Vivian C. Choennie, LL.M

We provide legal solutions tailored to your needs.

Corporate & Commercial Law

Company formation, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, corporate governance.

Corporate & Commercial Law

Company formation, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, corporate governance.

Corporate & Commercial Law

Company formation, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, corporate governance.

Business Transactions & Contracts

Commercial agreements, negotiations, due diligence, regulatory compliance.

Business Transactions & Contracts

Commercial agreements, negotiations, due diligence, regulatory compliance.

Business Transactions & Contracts

Commercial agreements, negotiations, due diligence, regulatory compliance.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Civil proceedings, injunctions, enforcement, arbitration, mediation.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Civil proceedings, injunctions, enforcement, arbitration, mediation.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Civil proceedings, injunctions, enforcement, arbitration, mediation.

Monetary Claims, Default & Tort Law

Debt collection, breach of contract, demand letters, damage claims, liability matters, recovery proceedings.

Monetary Claims, Default & Tort Law

Debt collection, breach of contract, demand letters, damage claims, liability matters, recovery proceedings.

Monetary Claims, Default & Tort Law

Debt collection, breach of contract, demand letters, damage claims, liability matters, recovery proceedings.

Real Estate & Property Development

Acquisitions, sales, construction contracts, lease agreements, project development, land use permits.

Real Estate & Property Development

Acquisitions, sales, construction contracts, lease agreements, project development, land use permits.

Real Estate & Property Development

Acquisitions, sales, construction contracts, lease agreements, project development, land use permits.

Asset Protection & Wealth Structuring

Trusts, holding structures, estate planning, succession arrangements.

Asset Protection & Wealth Structuring

Trusts, holding structures, estate planning, succession arrangements.

Asset Protection & Wealth Structuring

Trusts, holding structures, estate planning, succession arrangements.

Intellectual Property & Trademarks

Registration, licensing, infringement, brand protection.

Intellectual Property & Trademarks

Registration, licensing, infringement, brand protection.

Intellectual Property & Trademarks

Registration, licensing, infringement, brand protection.

High-Level Tax Advisory

Strategic tax planning, international structuring, cross-border taxation, corporate tax optimizations.

High-Level Tax Advisory

Strategic tax planning, international structuring, cross-border taxation, corporate tax optimizations.

High-Level Tax Advisory

Strategic tax planning, international structuring, cross-border taxation, corporate tax optimizations.

Labor & Employment Law

Employment contracts, terminations, collective bargaining, workplace disputes, HR compliance.

Labor & Employment Law

Employment contracts, terminations, collective bargaining, workplace disputes, HR compliance.

Labor & Employment Law

Employment contracts, terminations, collective bargaining, workplace disputes, HR compliance.

Maritime Law

Collisions, maritime liens and cargo disputes

Maritime Law

Collisions, maritime liens and cargo disputes

Maritime Law

Collisions, maritime liens and cargo disputes

Our law firm emerged from the merger of two renowned practices

Founded in 2025, this strategic union combined decades of collective expertise and established reputation. Located in Simpsonbay, Sint Maarten, we offer comprehensive legal services.

Our advisory practice delivers top-level counsel across all major practice areas. We provide sophisticated, strategic guidance tailored to each client's specific needs. Our litigation department has achieved excellent results in complex civil proceedings. We have successfully represented clients before courts at all levels.

2002

2002 The Foundation

Stefan Fox founded Fox & Associates in Sint Maarten (following years of experience at an established firm). His practice centered on contract law, corporate law, and real estate transactions. He also handled litigation and complex cross-border legal matters. Over the years, Stefan advised clients on acquisitions and estate planning. His work included company formations and high-value property developments. The firm also established expertise in alternative dispute resolution. The practice was among the first in Sint Maarten to offer certified mediation.

2014

A New Vision

Lucas Berman founded the law firm that later became Berman Kingfisher. He brought a strong focus on commercial, corporate, and cross-border matters. Lucas developed profound expertise in mergers and acquisitions. He regularly advises on high-value projects and complex transactions. His litigation practice includes advocacy before the Court of First Instance. He also appears before the Joint Court of Justice in appellate proceedings. His transactional and advisory work serves regional and international clients.

2025

Merger under FOXBERMAN

Fox & Associates and Berman Kingfisher merged to form FOXBERMAN. The merger combines decades of experience in litigation and transactions. The firm delivers strategic legal advisory across Sint Maarten and the region.

Highlights of the year

Completed seven acquisitions and transactions across multiple jurisdictions.

Advised on a USD 200 million hotel development, providing strategic and commercial guidance.

Successfully seized USD 3 million in cross-border recovery proceedings.

Secured five favorable settlements on behalf of clients.

Provided strategic advisory for a USD 250 million real estate development.

2026

The next chapter of FOXBERMAN

Building on a strong foundation of excellence in legal services. FOXBERMAN will keep delivering sophisticated advice for clients across the (Dutch) Caribbean, North America and Europe. It will continue to represent its clients in high-impact litigation and strategic transactions and it will further strengthen client relationships through our dedicated service and proven expertise.

We provide legal solutions tailored to your needs.

Describe the issue and we will get back to you shortly, or contact us by email / phone.

Create a free website with Framer, the website builder loved by startups, designers and agencies.