Managers of Wealth Offshore

Trusts and Privacy - A new battle front by Filippo Noseda, Withers

The use of trusts is under attack in a number of European jurisdictions, and the OECD's Common Reporting Standard poses significant further threats to their use.

Bermuda: Solvency II

Bermuda follows Switzerland as only the second country to date to be granted full equivalence by the European Commission.

Former Coutts employees sue over wrongful dismissal

This included the bank’s private banking operations in the Cayman Islands, but the Cayman trust business remained.

Strategic review of the Guernsey fiduciary industry

The fiduciary industry is the most diverse and one of the longest running financial services industries in Guernsey.

Kenya: Jersey Island Confiscate Gichuru, Okemo Stashes

ersey's Attorney-General Robert MacRae QC said the decision by the Court will not dampen his country's pursuit to have the two extradited to face charges of money laundering.

Barbados introduces Incorporated Cell Company legislation

The legislation is expected to come into effect before the end of February.

FSC recognises overseas stock and commodities exchanges

The recognised exchanges listed include some of the most important stock and commodity exchanges in the world.

Paul Allen fights Cayman Islands on claim that his yacht destroyed reef

Now a new report says that Allen’s company Vulcan Inc. is even questioning if the Tatoosh caused the damage.

Guernsey approves introduction of new family friendly rights from April 2016

The States of Guernsey have approved the introduction of new family friendly rights, including time off for ante-natal care, maternity / adoption leave, support leave for partners and keeping in touch days.

Carey Olsen advises Falcon Acquisitions Limited on IPO

The company's market capitalisation at the subscription price on admission was over £2 million.

Appleby continues to play active role on HKEx by advising on two recent listings

The listing marks the second IPO in the area of DNA synthesis products on the HKEx.

Decade of dominance for Carey Olsen in advising LSE clients

In Jersey, the firm advised on the Main Market IPO of Project Finance Investments Limited which raised £106 million.

€180 Million Venture Capital Fund Established in Guernsey

Venture capital firm Creandum has 12 years' experience with over 50 start-ups

Cayman Islands: Private Trust Companies In The Cayman Islands

PTCs are a good option for very wealthy families who wish to retain a high degree of confidentiality

Cayman Islands Portfolio Insurance Companies - The Pic of the Bunch

The enabling legislation was specifically designed to allow Cayman Islands insurers established as segregated portfolio companies

Chinese millionaire sues himself through an offshore shell company to beat currency export controls

The majority of China's new super-rich are prepped to leave the country, but getting their cash out is a serious problem.

An Overview Of Legal And Regulatory Factors For Businesses In Jersey

Jersey offers a wide range of corporate vehicles for businesses to consider, including companies, foundations and limited partnerships.

A look at deal protection mechanisms in Bermuda by Appleby

Crafting a deal protection package that delivers the right level of protection while adhering to the various regulatory and legal constraints (and minimizing the risk of any judicial challenge) is and will continue to be important.

Reform of Guernsey’s Corporate Insolvency Laws - Appleby

As has been widely reported, the Commerce and Employment Department undertook a review of Guernsey’s insolvency laws, both personal and corporate, with significant input from key stakeholders.

Cayman Islands property scheme leaves angry investor £450 poorer

Now he’s at CrownWorld, a trading name of Crown Acquisitions Worldwide plc, which is cold calling potential investors on the Cayman Islands.