The "Lockhart v. Caribbean Developments (Antigua) Ltd." Saga

How a US$6 Million Damages Claim and a Challenged Golf Course Caution Shed Light on CDAL's Alleged Negligence, Mismanagement, and Ownership Dispute

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Published: January 3, 2025

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific guidance on your situation, please consult an attorney qualified to practice in Antigua and Barbuda.

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1. Introduction

Behind Jolly Harbour's scenic golf course and appealing waterfront lies an intense legal battle that questions the very ownership of Caribbean Developments (Antigua) Limited (CDAL)—and claims millions of dollars in damages. This conflict revolves around Stuart Alexander Lockhart, an attorney and notary public, who asserts he was a director of CDAL, the purported "sole shareholder" of Jolly Harbour AG, and that he is owed substantial sums for alleged breaches of contract and "equitable fraud." To complicate matters, Lockhart has also lodged a caution on golf-course lands, challenging the legitimacy of CDAL's rights.

Case Information:

  • Case: Lockhart v. Caribbean Developments (Antigua) Ltd. et al., Claim No. ...
  • Court: Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, Antigua & Barbuda
  • Relief Sought: Damages exceeding US$3 million (later stated as up to US$6 million in some references), declarations that Lockhart is or was a director of CDAL, and an injunction (including a freezing order) to protect assets allegedly at risk of dissipation.

Official Decisions:

  • 2012.08.02 Lockhart v. Caribbean Developments Antigua et al.
  • Stuart Alexander Lockhart (Applicant) v. Caribbean Developments (Antigua) Limited

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