Managers of Wealth Offshore

Data Protection Law now in Force in Seychelles

The DPA repeals the Data Protection Act 2003 which was enacted but never implemented in practice.

Carey Olsen named Offshore Law Firm of the Year at the WealthBriefing European Awards

Carey Olsen has been named Offshore Law Firm of the Year at the twelfth annual WealthBriefing European Awards 2024.

Jersey introduces two weeks of unpaid bereavement leave in the event of the death of a child

An employee's entitlement to Bereavement Leave does not affect their entitlement to parental leave and/or any additional contractual entitlement to leave following the birth or adoption of a child.

The role of offshore financial centres in global private credit – what makes the offshore world so appealing for private lenders and borrowers?

Currently estimated to be valued at roughly US$1.6 trillion, the global private credit market is projected to top out over the coming year at about $2.8 trillion.

Carey Olsen shortlisted for Chambers Asia-Pacific and Greater China Region Awards 2024

Nominees are selected based on extensive research and thousands of interviews conducted by a team of over 200 analysts

Case update: The appeal in The Guernsey Financial Services Commission v. Domaille and other

This judgment arguably reinforces the wide-ranging powers of the Commission within the strict interpretation of the EP Law.

Appleby's Hong Kong Office Advises WK Group (Holdings) Limited

The net proceeds from the share offer will be used for financing the up-front costs of WK Group’s projects

When is it right to amend pleadings? The Mauritian Master & Registrar Upholds Appleby's Objection in Law

The case of Hanoomanjee concerns a claim for tortious damages which the Plaintiff, Mr Hanoomanjee, lodged against the Defendants

Maples Group Excels Winning Six China Deals of the Year 2023

In a year marked by intense competition, this is a remarkable achievement for the Maples Group.

Jersey’s newest law firm opens its doors

Nick Marshall said: “We are excited to be opening the doors to Nicolle Marshall LLP and welcoming clients old and new."

Back in court for breaching notification requirements

Judge Gary Perry said there has been a “mini explosion” of people appearing in court after breaching notification orders recently, as he sentenced Mauger to two months in prison for the breach.

Conyers Successfully Secures Dismissal of Application to Set Aside a Statutory Demand in the British Virgin Islands

The Court’s dismissal of the set aside application shows its willingness to investigate and examine the merits of counter-claims made by impecunious companies

Carey Olsen and Oakbridge advise Sullivan Street Partners on Wave Group investment

The Carey Olsen team advising Sullivan Street Partners comprised corporate partner Chris Griffin and associate Marco Carossa.

Court tosses former NCB employee’s $10-m suit against bank

She further sought: damages for malicious prosecution; damages for loss of future earnings; attorneys’ costs on issue in the sum of $10,000

Walkers advises Ares on $3.3 billion private credit loan to Ardonagh Group

Ares is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure asset classes.

ASW Law ranked in guide by Chambers & Partners

ASW maintained its rankings in Corporate & Finance (Band 2), Insurance (Band 2) and Dispute Resolution (Band 3).

Succession of digital assets in Guernsey

It can also raise many practical challenges for those administering estates, both in terms of access and ownership.

Muted voices: can beneficiaries of a STAR trust be empowered to play "devil's advocate"

Beddoe proceedings had been commenced by the trustee

Investing in gold

A look at possible reasons why the price of gold has risen since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict

Carey Olsen advises certain sellers in GFL Environmental's secondary offering

Carey Olsen acted for BC Partners and GIC alongside onshore counsel Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.

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