12/20/2019
The Regulations became applicable on 18 November 2019 and so impacted firms should review their AML and whistleblowing arrangements immediately to ensure that these are appropriate.
12/20/2019
In this edition of her column, Lucy considers the legal statement on the status of cryptoassets and smart contracts published by the UK Jurisdiction Taskforce.
12/20/2019
The Court held the jurisdiction to remove a trustee under its inherent jurisdiction does not have an initial threshold of exceptionality and there is no requirement, beyond that which is normal, for a strong case to be made out.
12/20/2019
The MoU intends to, inter alia, enhance the existing working relationship among the competent authorities in the participating jurisdictions.
12/20/2019
The CICA found that the passing of resolutions did not dissipate or affect the value or character of the shares or the value of the underlying assets.
12/20/2019
The Director will continue to assess high risk intellectual property companies
12/20/2019
Although the maximum fee under this new model is £1,600, the proposals are based on the assumption that only 0.1% of data controllers or processors would be likely to incur such a charge, with the majority of businesses paying £7
12/19/2019
The firm also received 11 practice group placements with eight practice groups achieving a Tier 1 ranking.
12/19/2019
The webinar featured a panel of female lawyers, “rainmakers”, from around the world sharing their road to success and the techniques that they found most effective for cultivating their practices.
12/19/2019
As of 1 January 2020, the BVI office will officially trade as 'Collas Crill L.P' and continue to offer its award-winning legal services to clients existing and new.
12/18/2019
During her career Judy has won numerous awards and is regularly recognised by the legal directories as one of Asia’s leading lawyers, with strong corporate finance, capital markets and investment fund experience.
12/18/2019
This listing reflects Ed’s extremely high standing in the private client community and his fiduciary expertise.
12/18/2019
Law firms can get a bad press when it comes to wellbeing – and in the past it hasn't all been undeserved.
12/18/2019
Earlier in the year the regulator had asked 400 firms to complete risk assessments to demonstrate
12/18/2019
Carey Olsen secures double shortlisting at Citywealth's Magic Circle Awards 2020
In respect of its shortlisting for the UHNW Private Client Services Innovation of the Year category, Carey Olsen has been specifically recognised for the growth of its Bermuda office and its offering in the fintech sector.
12/18/2019
The directory also highlights Ogier's Dispute Resolution team's pedigree with trust litigation and contentious probate, highlighting in particular the work of partners Rachael Reynolds and Jennifer Fox.
12/18/2019
With over 20 years’ experience as a lawyer David has been acknowledged by the leading legal directories as demonstrating a ‘ natural elegance
12/18/2019
The Court of First Instance found that DBS Trustee had been in “serious and flagrant” breach of its duties and had breached its ‘high level of supervisory duty’ in allowing Ji to make the high-risk transactions.
12/17/2019
While the outcome in the case will be welcomed by trustees, and those in the private wealth management industry, it is important to note that the court's decision is based on the wording of the clause in question.
12/17/2019
This chapter discusses the defining features of Bermuda’s insolvency landscape and the primary insolvency and rescue procedures available under Bermuda law, including compulsory liquidations and schemes of arrangements.