Cornish is described by Hassans as a leading lawyer in fund management, financial services regulation and derivatives – sectors the company said are at the “core of its identity”.
Hassans added the appointment will “assist the promotion and development of Gibraltar as a specialised fund centre in Europe”.
James Levy QC, Senior Partner of Hassans Law Firm said “This appointment is crucial in driving forward our ambitious plans for the funds team and demonstrates the quality of candidate Hassans attracts.
"Hassans has been instrumental in creating the funds market in Gibraltar and is therefore in a prime position to further reinforce its place as a European fund destination. I have known and worked with Martin for many years and am delighted he is joining the Firm. I wish him all the best in this role and look forward to working with him in the future."
The appointment follows the unveiling of a corporate governance code for fund managers established in Gibraltar earlier this month.
