07/01/2019
US SEC and lawyers seek more time in case against ex-DeVere duo
Request for information submitted to Malta’s attorney general by counsels for the defence
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07/01/2019
Maples Group Selected to Support Groundbreaking Indo-Japan Fund
The unique strategic intent of the Fund is to combine the core strengths of both countries to provide large investors with access to source ideation and technology, as well as to provide a platform for collaboration and strategic investment in start-ups.
07/01/2019
Economic Substance Deadline Fast Approaching in the Cayman Islands (1 July 2019)
Outlined is a high level illustration of the requirements.
07/01/2019
Analysis of the Companies (Amendment) Act, 2019
For the purposes of this section of the Amendment Act, a “beneficiary” is the natural person who ultimately directly or indirectly owns the company.
06/28/2019
Insolvency work back with a vengeance in Guernsey
Ogier is currently working on the contentious administration of a group holding company that has assets all around the world and various claims against third parties in different jurisdictions.
06/27/2019
Conference told how Channel Islands businesses still face GDPR obstacles
More than 200 delegates attended Carey Olsen's recent half-day data protection conferences in Guernsey and Jersey, which were focussed on 'Data protection in the financial services industry'.
06/27/2019
FBI acknowledges Cayman's "immense value" in tackling financial crime
These frameworks can provide valuable insight into the critical aspects of a successful system for maintaining, accessing, and sharing accurate beneficial ownership information.
06/27/2019
Mourant Essay Competition opens up the dialogue on mental health
This competition is a great way to open up the dialogue on this important issue and address the social stigma that is so often attached to mental ill health.”
06/27/2019
Walkers Sponsors ILS Insight 2019
The event is expected to attract more than 100 professionals from across the world of insurance and linked securities.
06/27/2019
Ogier advises on major St Peter Port commercial office deal
The property is home to the Royal Bank of Scotland International Limited, PwC and Apax and had been owned by the sellers since October 2017.
06/27/2019
Ogier wins at The Lawyer Awards
A team including partners Raulin Amy, Marc Kish and Nick Williams was at the ceremony at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London last night to collect the award.
06/27/2019
Bedell Cristin advises on the financing of the acquisition of one of Guernsey's premier commercial properties
The transaction also involved a refinancing of the existing facility to the Fund, the portfolio of which comprises high end commercial properties in Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man.
06/27/2019
Update in Respect of Data Protection in The Cayman Islands
Data controllers remain ultimately responsible when processing personal data. However, data processors which breach their contractual obligations may be liable for damages to the data controller.
06/27/2019
How to Comply With Economic Substance Laws in the BVI and Cayman
Appearing on the list has the potential to significantly hurt a country’s reputation and limit its ability to engage in financial transactions with EU member states and beyond.
06/26/2019
Appleby reports on winding up orders
Cayman breaks trend with increase in filings, with numbers steady or falling in other jurisdictions, Appleby reports
06/26/2019
Reflections on AIJA - INSOL Europe Joint Insolvency Conference
Claire reflects on her time at the conference
06/26/2019
FBI acknowledges Cayman’s cooperation
UK law enforcement has access to company beneficial ownership information in support of investigations.
06/26/2019
Transformation of the way in which investment managers and advisors are regulated in the Cayman Islands
This alert focuses on those registered persons that are structured as companies.
06/26/2019
Appleby Acted as Counsel to Ed Broking in the Formation and Licensing of their Bermuda Operation
Appleby advised in relation to the formation and licensing of Ed Broking (Bermuda) Limited., a Bermuda exempted company registered as an insurance broker.
06/26/2019
Ogier Global acts on purchase of Crewe Toll
Ogier Global have recent experience with a number of major real estate transactions for Korean investors and have developed a comprehensive understanding of Korean structuring requirements.