Managers of Wealth Offshore

Jersey civil penalties regime – principal persons

The JFSC now has the power to impose civil penalties where a significant and material contravention of a Code of Practice was committed

EU citizens to retain rights to remain in Jersey

The planned amendments to the Jersey Immigration Rules will launch the Jersey EU Settlement Scheme, which will begin in January 2019.

Carey Olsen repeats clean sweep of Tier One rankings in Legal 500 UK

"We would like to thank our clients and peers for their time and positive endorsements during the research process and our staff for their continued commitment and hard work."

Haro, Guts, Girdles and Hatts – some peculiarities of Guernsey law

Originally published in En Voyage, November/December 2018 Issue

Does Big Brother have a conscience? Ethical regulations in the digital age

Originally published in Business Brief, November 2018

Cayman Islands legal associations to merge

The establishment of the Legal Practitioners Association marks the first time that the entire legal profession in Cayman will be represented by one association.

Mourant Associate achieves STEP Worldwide Excellence Award

The Award is administered twice yearly and recognises the top scoring student at distinction level in each of their STEP exams globally.

Not in my house: Jersey Court refuses to bless a trustee's decision

Update prepared by Christopher Edwards (Partner), Chris Duncan (Senior Associate) and Jeremy Bell-Connell (Associate) of our Guernsey office

Taxation law drafted on company substance measures

The Draft Law provides a first view of the statutory framework for the structure that was outlined in the consultation proposals which were issued by Jersey Government in August 2018 (the Consultation).

Money laundering and terrorist financing controls in overseas jurisdictions – advisory notice

This document contains advice issued by HM Treasury about risks posed by unsatisfactory money laundering and terrorist financing controls.

Sackler family—major cultural patrons—amassed $31.2m in offshore HSBC bank accounts, investigation finds

Mortimer Sackler opened a handful of accounts in Switzerland one month before federal prosecutors filed a lawsuit against Purdue Pharma in 2005

Voisin advises in sale of 4Group

4Group Limited comprises 4Hire Limited, 4Safety Limited and 4Fleet Limited offering integrated business support services spanning transport, training, fleet and equipment solutions.

UBS Accuses French Whistle-Blowers of Lying, Blackmail

The testimony came during the third week of a trial over allegations that UBS bankers illegally encouraged French citizens to lower their tax bills by moving money out of the country.

What you need to know about unexplained wealth orders

Learn what is an unexplained wealth order or UWO.

Central Bank Streamlines Procedures for Irish Retail Funds

The welcome procedural amendments, introduced with immediate effect, focus on expediting the processing of certain authorisation and post-authorisation amendments for UCITS and RIAIFs through the introduction of a same-day approval process for those appli

Barbados Moving to Protect Reputation Against Crime

“It is recognized that such activities as human trafficking, fraud, insider trading, identity theft, money laundering, terrorism financing and securities issue have the potential to present the region with new challenges."

Ogier partner makes prestigious Asian "Top 40 Under 40" list

David is one of ten lawyers from Hong Kong to make the list.

Carey Olsen adds to cryptocurrency publication

Blockchain is particularly topical in our legal jurisdictions, each of which are helping lead the way in fostering a legal and regulatory landscape conducive to the continued expansion of the product. This guide is therefore an invaluable reference tool i

Whistleblowing About Swiss Banks' Bad Behavior Just Became Safer

Another whistleblower whose life has become very difficult after leaking is Rudolf Elmer.

Mauritius Government Strengthens

This article discusses the enhanced measures implemented to strengthen the anti-money laundering legislative framework through the Financial Intelligence and Anti-Money Laundering Act.