Managers of Wealth Offshore

Major Updates to the BVI's Trusts and Probate Laws

These amendments are set to enhance further the BVI's standing as a leading jurisdiction for trusts and private client business.

BVI Court injuncts EGM to consider privatisation

If consummated, the current proposed merger would see the two founders of the company assume private ownership of Newater together with a PRC investor.

Discontinued proceedings – a costly business

The Court also cited the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal decision in Weavering v Peterson and Ekstrom stating that as a matter of procedure

International Tax Authority (ITA) investigations, enforcement powers and new legislative developments

Phil and Josh discuss some expected changes to the legislation, including limited partnerships registered in the BVI without legal personality being brought within the regime.

Mourant tops global Powerwomen Awards list

Diversity of talent is integral to providing our clients with the best services and solutions through the contribution of diverse perspectives.

Anti-Money Laundering Laws and Penalties in the UAE

This article will discuss the most salient aspects of the AML Law as well as any penalties flowing from its contravention.

Cayman Islands under scrutiny by task force

The amendments include the removal of the Cayman Islands from the list of equivalent jurisdictions and its addition to the list of countries and territories which may present a higher risk of money laundering and terrorist financing.

BVI: ICLG Mergers & Acquisitions 2021

This guide covers common issues in M&A laws and regulations

Carey Olsen acts for ad hoc group of bondholders in Luckin Coffee restructuring

The restructuring of Luckin Coffee is intended to be implemented by way of a scheme of arrangement, to be sanctioned by the Cayman Islands Grand Court, with certain milestones being set out in the RSA that must be achieved for it to proceed.

Common law recognition of foreign insolvency proceedings survives in the BVI, and assistance is statutory

The Court ordered the Trustee in bankruptcy to take steps in the BVI to register himself as shareholder of Net International in accordance with the company’s articles.

Ponzi and Pyramid Schemes Spread Across Caribbean

The pair, who are awaiting trial, faces around 80 counts of conspiring to obtain money under false pretenses, according to prosecutors.

Pursuing a claim beyond the corporate grave

A problem that often arises in offshore practice is the need to take action against, or in the name of, a company that has been struck off or dissolved.

Channel Islands employment law update - March 2021

The Jersey Tribunal found that it could not intervene in a failure to claim under the co-funding scheme; it had to consider the terms of the contract and whether there had been a breach of contract by the employer.

Appleby Advises on Recommended Cash Acquisition of RDI REIT P.L.C.

The acquisition, which is proposed to be implemented by means of an Isle of Man law-governed scheme of arrangement, values the entire issued and to be issued share capital of RDI REIT at approximately £467.9 million on a fully-diluted basis.

Common law recognition of foreign insolvency proceedings survives in the BVI, and assistance is statutory

The Court ordered the Trustee in bankruptcy to take steps in the BVI to register himself as shareholder of Net International in accordance with the company’s articles.

Parliament agrees modest tightening of anti-money laundering law

Swiss lawmakers have agreed to revise the money laundering law but have rejected new rules for lawyers, notaries and other consultants.

John Han, Merrick Watson and Timothy de Swardt Unpack Their “Groundbreaking” BVI Judgment in Global Restructuring Review

This order is significant because BVI courts have been reluctant to grant committal orders, much less against personal judgment debtors outside the BVI.

Mourant makes global commitment to environmental sustainability

The Environmental Business Operations Award and Standard is an international benchmark and serves as an environmental management system to measure, manage and minimise an organisation's environmental impact.

Bedell Cristin advises Ocorian on acquisition of Platinum Compliance

The purchase, which builds on Ocorian's acquisition of Newgate Compliance in December, enables the firm to able to provide end-to-end administration services and compliance and regulatory services in Guernsey.

Appleby advises in issuance of USD 500,000,000 3.975% subordinated perpetual securities by Mauritius-based Network i2i Limited,

The Perpetual Securities were listed on the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited on 3 March 2021.

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