Managers of Wealth Offshore

Over half of Cyprus golden visas were ‘illegal’

Scheme was suspended by the government in November 2020

Ogier advises Index Ventures on its first Origin fund

The new fund reflects the changing needs of founders, who face increasing pressure to grow, hire, and sign up customers faster than ever before.

Court appointed administrator takes over Malta advice firm

After the regulator imposed restrictions on the business

Audit and FAR filing deadline extended for Cayman Islands private funds

Instead they must file a declaration of no capital contributions within six months of their financial year end and this deadline has not been extended.

Latest Changes to Guernsey Private Investment Funds Regime

The changes were issued in mid-April 2021 with immediate effect.

Ireland FinTech Update: AML Registration for Virtual Asset Service Providers

Firms should assess whether they are within scope of this new regime and, if so, prepare for the registration process, availing of the transitional arrangements if they are existing VASPs

Better late than never: BVI Commercial Court confirms a holistic approach to the introduction of new arguments in ongoing proceedings

After the defendant had filed its defence and following the exchange of witness statements, the claimants sought permission to file and serve a reply outside the 14-day period permitted under the civil procedure rules.

Ireland Update: Landmark Supreme Court Decision on the Constitutionality of the Workplace Relations Commission

This legal update provides a background on this case as well as the Irish Supreme Court decision, an overview of the publishing of two minority judgments, resulting consequences and key takeaways for employers following this case.

Approach to interest and costs in section 238 proceedings confirmed in the Cayman Islands

The Court's refusal to award the Dissenters' their costs of the proceedings confirms, for the first time, that the default position of 'loser pays' will often be more nuanced in the section 238 context.

The Cayman Islands: Still the Preferred Jurisdiction for Asian Fund Promoters and Investors

Promoters and managers of Cayman Islands funds are also able to appoint the service providers of their choice

Maples Group Supports Falko on Inaugural ABS Transaction

Notably, this is the first ABS transaction completed since the COVID-19 pandemic that is exclusively secured by regional aircraft assets.

Triple Recognition for Butterfield’s Top Trust Thought Leaders

Who’s Who: Thought Leaders gather insight of the some of the world’s foremost experts in a wide range of practice areas through the recommendations of clients and private practitioners.

Russian Billionaire Faces Swiss Probe Over Monaco Arrest

Probe was opened in February by Swiss federal prosecutors

Appleby Lawyers Recognised in Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa Rankings

Legal 500, one of the leading international legal directories has published its Europe, Middle East & Africa rankings with the firm retaining its Leading tier 1 position.

Maples Advises Caesars Entertainment on GBP2.9 Billion Acquisition

The Maples Group's legal team, led by Finance Partner John Dykstra

The Cayman Islands – advantages as an offshore jurisdiction

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority supervises and regulates providers of a wide range of financial services, including banking, insurance and investment management.

ES Return Filing Workshops for Cayman Companies 2021

The series was attended by over 800 clients.

Mourant completes awards hat-trick

This is the third win in a string of successes for the firm.

Financial Services Awards Names Vanessa King Lawyer of the Year

The awards are intended to inspire and promote the highest international standards in the jurisdiction and acknowledge all who contribute to making the BVI an international financial centre of excellence.

Carey Olsen advises Endeavour Vision on its latest fund, Endeavour Medtech Growth II LP

In particular, the fund will focus on growth stage companies that have overcome clinical and regulatory hurdles and are starting to generate commercial traction.