03/31/2022
In Your Court: Offshore Dispute Resolution Review - March 2022
This variety is reflected in the range of content from our team in this edition
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03/31/2022
AML and counter-terrorist financing framework in Guernsey
Guernsey has a democratic assembly known as the States of Guernsey; Alderney and Sark have their own parliaments.
03/30/2022
Credit Suisse: Decision by a Court in Bermuda
The life insurance subsidiary has been closed to new business and in wind-down for more than seven years and has no other material business that will be affected by this judgment.
03/30/2022
Court rejects fraud claim in connection with Porton Capital liquidation
The judge noted that the decision only concerned the “narrow issue” of the alleged fraud in relation to the liquidation and dissolution of the Porton companies.
03/30/2022
Ogier advises CleanTech Lithium
The team was led by group partner Matthew Shaxson alongside senior associates Alex Fisher and Will Austin-Vautier, senior paralegal Kate Morel and paralegal David Lobato Taylor.
03/30/2022
Ogier advises Beijing Deep Glint Technology
Since the company launched, it has attracted investment from well-known venture capital firms such as Sequoia China, Ceyuan Ventures, and ZhenFund.
03/29/2022
Maples Group Assists In Hongkong's Debut SPAC Listing
Our team based in Hong Kong and Singapore offices acted as Cayman Islands counsel to Aquila, and was led by Partner and Head of the Asia Corporate practice, Matt Roberts and assisted by Legal Manager Charmaine Chow.
03/29/2022
Carey Olsen advises on FitzWalter Capital's US$920m debut launch
Working alongside onshore counsel Debevoise & Plimpton LLP, the Carey Olsen team advising FitzWalter on the structuring, financing and regulatory aspects of the fund's establishment as a Jersey Private Fund was led by partner James Mulholland, wi
03/29/2022
Snapshot: what to know about transfers of shares under BVI law
It is important to review and comply with the transfer provisions in the M&A in order for a share transfer to be validly made.
03/29/2022
Walkers acts for Primavera
The transaction values the Lanvin Group at an enterprise value of US$1.5 billion, with a combined equity value of up to US$1.9 billion.
03/28/2022
Four Conyers Deals Recognised as ‘Deals of the Year 2021’ by Marine Money
Additionally, Conyers worked on three further deals, which were recognised in the category; Private Equity Deals of the Year.
03/28/2022
Harneys partners named Top Offshore Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal
Lawyers were selected based on their case portfolio, client recommendations, and feedback from the market.
03/28/2022
Ogier in Guernsey advises Downing on £388 million disposal
The Ogier team, working with lead English counsel Hill Dickinson, was led by partner Bryon Rees
03/28/2022
Four Carey Olsen partners among ABLJ's Top 50 Offshore Lawyers 2022
Asia-based partners Anthony McKenzie (Singapore), James Noble (Singapore) and Michael Padarin (Hong Kong SAR) are joined on the Top 50 List by Michael Hanson of Carey Olsen Bermuda Limited.
03/28/2022
New lasting powers of attorney – for Guernsey resident individuals
This Update focuses on how the new provisions will affect individuals resident in Guernsey.
03/28/2022
Harneys Cyprus upholds high Chambers Europe ranking
As a leading international multi-jurisdictional law firm with a physical presence in Cyprus, Harneys Cyprus sets a precedent of unrivalled professionalism to its clients around the world.
03/28/2022
Snapshot: what to know about transfers of shares under BVI law
The executed instrument of transfer should be sent to the company for registration.
03/25/2022
Development agency to be debated with eight amendments
The plans are ambitious and would include the phased transfer of land along the east coast to the development agency.
03/25/2022
Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal enforces Qatari Royal Family oral will and holds that BVI shares are movable property
The court dismissed the appeal and affirmed the decision of Justice Ellis in the BVI High Court below.
03/25/2022
Four Appleby Partners Named Amongst the Top 50 Offhsore Lawyers
As one of the world’s leading international law firms, our global teams of legal specialists advise public and private companies, financial institutions and private individuals across corporate, dispute resolution and private client and trusts pract