Managers of Wealth Offshore

Higgs & Johnson Lauded as Excellent Firm in Chambers High Net Worth

The firm received the highest ranking (Band 1) and was recognized as being‘one of the big boys on the trust side.’

Appleby Offshore Business Update Issue-17

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PraxisIFM features prominently in the latest Chambers High Net Worth 2020 rankings

PraxisIFM in the British Virgin Islands, Guernsey, and Hong Kong have all been listed for their respective jurisdictions as top trust companies.

Maples Group Supports JD.COM and Netease On The Largest Hongkong Dual Listings Of 2020

The Maples Group's fund services business in Asia led by its Regional Head Eastern Fong and Vice President Christy Poon, provided Cayman Island Share Registrar support to both companies.

New amendment to Jersey’s legislation will make it easier for managers to migrate limited partnership fund structures

They are attracted by the sort of stability, expertise, and high-quality service levels Jersey offers, whilst its strong track record in corporate governance, its ability to offer certainty around substance and its ‘whitelisted’ status are all

Walkers Bermuda advises AXA XL in Bluefire Alternative Capital Reinsurance Transaction

The transaction represents Bluefire’s first risk taking position on its business, and the first personal auto alternative capital transaction that AXA XL has completed in Bermuda.

Bermuda Modernises Trust Laws

The Bill requires passing through the Senate and Royal Assent from the Governor of Bermuda before it becomes operative.

Harneys recognised as “the obvious choice” in Chambers HNW Guide 2020

Another offshore source noted “they are a very reputable firm and you know you will be in good hands with them; they are a very well-known name in the offshore world and carry real clout."

Appleby Receives Hig Rankings in Chambers’ Annual High Net Worth Guide

In the Guide the firm is highlighted as a “fantastic organisation” that acts as “protectors and administration advisors on trusts,” giving “consistent advice and service.”

Guernsey's new fast track application regime for managers of overseas funds

This briefing note explores the reasons why Mancos migrate to Guernsey, the process of migrating and what the application consists of.

Ogier's Private Wealth team in Guernsey "an obvious choice for high-value trust work"

Chambers interviewees say Gavin is "a very good lawyer" with "a very good reputation" and "well known for being great with clients".

Harneys completes three initial public offerings in Hong Kong

With investors’ continuing interest in the Hong Kong stock market, we expect a strong pip

Bermuda Company Ownership Register Will Be Accessible To Public

The Bermuda Government’s announcement is similar to the undertaking given by the Crown Dependencies, Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man in June of last year

Directors' duties and corporate governance in Guernsey

These duties are owed by each of the directors and are personal to each of them.

58 foreigners bought Maltese passport without presenting birth certificate’

Karol Aquilina says this is testament to ‘fake due diligence’ in place

Kobre & Kim, Robin Rathmell Receive Chambers Recognition for Financial Crime Involving HNWI’s

Of the firm’s services, one commentator told Chambers: “I have never seen such high-level work, strategic thinking and speed in a law firm.”

Carey Olsen leads offshore firms in Chambers High Net Worth 2020

In total, 10 of the firm's lawyers from across its Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Guernsey and Jersey offices have been recognised by the independent legal directory

Appleby: Offshore Business Update: Issue 16

As a global firm, at Appleby we believe we have a fundamental responsibility to do whatever we can to help our clients – and the business community at large

The Role of a Protector

A protector must comply with the express terms of the power. She cannot act outside of her powers; if she does, the action will be void.

The Offshore Litigator's Perspective

That is, at least until enabling legislation is passed to rectify the position. We also analyse the latest guidance on recoverability of overseas lawyers' costs, including a determination that the fees of in-house counsel can be recovered.

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