Managers of Wealth Offshore

Kadir: Zeti’s performance under public scrutiny

Bank Negara Governor not managing contagion effects of 1MDB on economy, ringgit.

New BVI legal practitioners

With a legal system based on English common law, the Virgin Islands ('BVI') is a highly regarded offshore jurisdiction with a proven track record in dispute resolution.

A new dawn in BVI dispute resolution

The BVI has a modern, sophisticated, well respected legal system, based on English common law, which makes it well placed to accommodate disputes involving BVI entities.

Elian Supports Garuda Indonesia's landmark US $500m Sukuk

It is anticipated that the funds raised will be used by Garuda Indonesia to refinance its debt as well as for general corporate purposes including capital expenditure.

Ogier gives Cayman Islands advice to Garuda Indonesia

Ogier has acted as Cayman Islands counsel to Garuda Indonesia on Garuda Indonesia’s $500m sukuk

Business interests tie Webb, Takkas to Cayman company

Webb and Takkas, a British national and former longtime resident of the Cayman Islands, were arrested in Zurich, Switzerland, on May 27 and are fighting extradition to the U.S.

Six Caribbean banks implicated in FIFA corruption scandal

None of the banks has been charged with any crime, or regulatory violation.

Ex-Blatter Ally Warner Promises to Release FIFA Funding Secrets

Warner faces prison for his alleged role in more than $150 million in payments made and accepted by 14 officials and sports-marketing executives

Ruling Supports Validity of Shares Issued in BVI Companies - Ogier

The company statutory regime in the BVI is based on the premise that the register of members is definitive

Leading offshore law firm announces partner promotions

These moves are in response to the huge success of both the BVI and Hong Kong offices

UBS leads business move to Jersey International Financial Centre

The Property Team at leading offshore Law Firm, Mourant Ozannes, has recently advised UBS AG Jersey in relation to an agreement with States of Jersey Development Company to lease Grade A office premises at the high-profile new Jersey International Financi

International law firm provides Jersey law advice on 'biggest ever single investment in litigation funding globally'

Third party litigation enables cases to proceed that might not otherwise be pursued due to lack of funding.

New Company Incorporations Rise in Majority of Offshore Jurisdictions in 2014

Mauritius standout of all offshore jurisdictions, onshore comparator China remains ‘world’s engine room’ for company registrations

Bermuda Makes Significant, Industry-Led Changes to Partnership Legislation

Extensive new changes to Bermuda’s partnership legislation were passed in the Senate on 29 May 2015 and are expected to become operative in due course.

Recent news and development for Panama

There have been a number of new laws in Panama relating to corporate governance, money laundering and bearer shares.

BVI Continues to Dominate New Offshore Company Incorporation Activity

New Company Registrations Rise in Majority of Offshore Jurisdictions in 2014, Appleby Reports

Olswang former chief exec reappears at Turks and Caicos law firm

He has re-emerged away from the City as a partner at Turks and Caicos firm

Cayman Islands Court of Appeal rules on rights of non-registered investors to enforce shareholder rights

As is common in the Cayman Islands, the shares in question were held by a custodian.

U.S. Department of Justice States its Tax Enforcement Priorities

In her recent testimony before Congress Caroline Ciraolo Acting Assistant Attorney General stated the enforcement priorities for the Tax Division. Among the four areas of focus is Offshore Tax Evasion.

Bahamas Banker Collected $250k Fifa Bribe Cheque

The unnamed CIBC FirstCaribbean International executive collected the cheque from disgraced American soccer official, Chuck Blazer, court documents allege.

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