Chancery Chambers is proud to announce the appointment of Ruth J. Henry as Partner, effective February 1st, 2026, further strengthening the firm’s leadership in commercial and cross-border advisory work. Ruth’s practice spans commercial lending, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and cross-border advisory mandates, with a particular emphasis on high-value transactions within Barbados’ financial services sector. Ruth joined Chancery Chambers in 2020, bringing with her a wealth of experience in property and estates law. Her strong technical foundation continues to inform her multidisciplinary approach to complex commercial matters and plays a pivotal role in guiding the firm’s response to evolving international regulatory frameworks.
Managing Partner, Giles Carmichael, highlighted Ruth’s contribution to professional development within the firm, noting her work in spearheading the firm’s internship programme and contributing to its internal training and mentorship initiatives. He stated, “Ruth’s appointment is reflective of our vision to build on our firm’s legacy and become Barbados’ leading trusted advisor – recognized for our unwavering commitment and meaningful impact on our clients, people, partners and communities.”
Andrew Ferreira, S.C., Head of the firm’s Commercial and Tax Practice, praised Ruth’s appointment, noting: “Ruth’s diligence and acumen stand out in what remains a highly technical and complex area of law with global factors impacting what and how we practice. She brings not only a qualified legal mind but also a practical and astute approach that consistently delivers commercially sound advice.”
Ruth holds a Bachelor of Laws degree (Honours) from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus and a Legal Education Certificate from the Hugh Wooding Law School, Trinidad. She earned a Master’s degree with Distinction from University College London, where her dissertation focused on cryptocurrency regulation in Barbados. A Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), she has also completed professional training in loan documentation and tax treaties. Beyond her practice, Ruth is a keen writer and thought leader, regularly publishing on corporate and commercial law topics and contributing to professional discourse through articles and conference presentations.
Founded in 1977 by Sir Trevor Carmichael, Chancery Chambers is one of the more diversified law firms in the Caribbean. Based in Barbados, the firm provides a full complement of legal services to local and international clients. Its areas of practice are international business law, environmental law, real estate law and the law relating to domestic and international charities.
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