Managers of Wealth Offshore

Guernsey Companies: striking off and voluntary winding up

From the commencement of a voluntary winding up the company ceases to carry on business save in so far as may be expedient for the beneficial winding up of the company.

Carey Olsen in Guernsey advises Phoenix Equity Partners on securing £600 million in new funds

The Growth Partnership Fund has acquired Nineteen and Envisage from Phoenix's previous flagship fund which supported the growth of both companies for over five years.

Directors' duties on the insolvency of a BVI company

At all times, directors of a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands (the “BVI”) need to be aware of their role and responsibilities as director, in particular where the company is insolvent or of doubtful solvency.

Appointment of a liquidator to an insolvent company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands

Liquidation is a final procedure which will ultimately bring the company’s life to an end.

Carey Olsen's Steven Rees Davies recognised as leading Fintech and Blockchain practitioner in Who's Who Legal

The report highlights legal professionals with extensive experience in the field, including those skilled in implementing blockchain solutions and providing data protection and cybersecurity advice.

A Year in Review – Top 5 Offshore Dispute Issues

As the redemption of shares involves a return of capital, it is prohibited under Cayman Islands law except to the extent permitted by statute.

Conyers Advises Plum Acquisition Corp. I on Successful Business Combination with Veea Inc.

The transaction implies a total enterprise value of approximately US$335 million for the combined company.

Win for Collas Crill at the STEP Private Client Awards 2024

The Judges commented that Collas Crill has an impressive multi-disciplinary and multi-jurisdictional practice

Carey Olsen sponsors REAL in the Park as part of the Jersey Festival of Words

REAL in the Park's mission is to empower parents and their young children through engaging play-based activities.

STAR Trusts in the Cayman Islands

A STAR Trust is a form of statutory trust which can be established for persons, purposes (charitable and non-charitable) or both.

2024 Collas Crill Moot launches in Guernsey and Cayman

This is the 17th year the initiative has run in Guernsey and the third year for Cayman.

Cyprus employment series: Navigating the evolving landscape of remote working and the right to disconnect in Cyprus

Nowadays, all EU member states have remote working-related legislation or collective agreements in place, regulating the practice to varying degrees.

Athene dismisses lawsuit claims

The plaintiffs argue that this move jeopardised their retirement benefits.

Appleby Advises JetBlue on US$2.765 billion financing backed by Loyalty Program

The Loyalty Notes and the Loyalty Term Loan will each be guaranteed by certain subsidiaries of JetBlue.

Guernsey Sports Commission announces new Carey Olsen sponsorship to support young sportspeople

Half of the sponsorship money will go towards targeting support for aspiring young sportspeople

Carey Olsen shortlisted for Offshore Firm of the Year at The Lawyer European Awards 2024

This shortlisting reinforces another successful year for the firm

Appleby lawyers in Guernsey, Isle of man and Jersey recognised in IFLR1000 2024 rankings

Of those individually recognised, two are considered ‘Market Leaders’, five are ‘Highly Regarded’, two are ‘Notable Practitioners’, one is a ‘Rising Star Partner’ and another a ‘Rising Star’.

Carey Olsen Guernsey and Jersey achieve a clean sweep of Tier 1 practice rankings in IFLR1000 2024

Among those recognised, six individuals have been named 'Market Leaders'

Jersey employment update: September 2024

If implemented, these would represent a shake-up to the existing regime, both for employees looking to enforce their rights and businesses looking to manage workforce risks.

Mental health and estate planning

As the ageing population grows, there comes the inherent risk that more individuals could lose their mental capacity.