“The acquisition of Paradigm forms an integral part of our ongoing expansion plans, strengthening Hawksford’s capabilities in locations where our clients anticipate growth. It adds a new operation in the Cayman Islands, a strategically important jurisdiction, while also enhancing our presence in the US," Michel van Leeuwen (pictured), group chief executive, Hawksford, said. 

Paradigm provides specialist governance solutions to global alternative fund managers, across multiple jurisdictions and asset classes, including hedge funds, family offices, closed-end funds, and private equity. The business provides a range of independent director, distressed fund, value recovery, outsourced accounting, and anti-money laundering services, as well as support for economic substance, ancillary services such as registered office, corporate secretarial and board support.