Managers of Wealth Offshore

Bedell Cristin advises Atlantic Leaf on its £152m acquisition by Jersey scheme of arrangement

The scheme became effective on 4 August 2020 and the acquisition is expected to complete on 17 August 2020.

Dirty money law to give State power to seize luxury assets without criminal conviction

Law will empower Asset Recovery Bureau to confiscate assets acquired through criminal means without criminal conviction

Extra-territorial scope of the Cayman Islands Fraudulent Dispositions Law

The FDL provides that dispositions of property made with an intent to defraud and at an undervalue are voidable on the application of a prejudiced creditor.

Protection from predatory creditor actions in the BVI: the imposition of a “moratorium” in all but name

The terms of the joint provisional liquidators’ appointment mean that they will supervise the ongoing management of the companies by the existing boards of directors

Offshore Business Update-Issue 20

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 – stay updated on the implications of the pandemic for the continuation of business of

UK Supreme Court offers lessons for landlords of multi-tenanted buildings in Cayman

The building had been converted from two mid-terrace houses into nine flats.

Global Legal Insights Corporate Tax 2020: Ireland

An overview of corporate tax work, key developments and the tax climate in Ireland.

Cayman Islands: Cybersecurity Requirements for Licensees

The Authority has acknowledged the benefits that technology offers but notes that a significant compromise in the use of technology could impact the ability of regulated entities to meet overall business objectives

Grand Court of the Cayman Islands Reminds Practitioners of the Overriding Objective

In its decision, the court held that the petition debt was not disputed but had been discharged.

Funds industry negotiates the first wave and stands ready to address the next set of challenges - Finance Dublin Yearbook 2020

Many funds, particularly those which are open-ended, were forced to manage liquidity during what was an exceptionally challenging market environment.

Walkers advises on Guernsey healthcare cannabinoid fund

The regulatory approval for the fund demonstrates that Guernsey is a leading international financial centre that can provide innovative solutions for novel investment products in an internationally recognised and well regulated jurisdiction.

Cayman Injunctions in aid of Foreign Proceedings

The Cayman Court also has the jurisdiction to appoint receivers in support of the injunction where there is a need to ensure the proper management, preservation or exploitation of the defendant's assets.

Swiss Authorities Are Investigating Embattled Art Dealer Yves Bouvier for Evading as Much as $360 Million in Taxes

Bouvier argues that he has lived in Singapore for the past decade and therefore is not subject to Swiss tax.

Carey Olsen advises bd-capital on Symprove investment

The Carey Olsen team, led by partner David Crosland with support from senior associate Gemma Campbell and associate Kristina Mikhaylova, provided Guernsey legal and regulatory advice in relation to the Symprove investment.

Private Funds in the Cayman Islands

Before proceeding with the incorporation of a company or the formation of a unit trust or the establishment of a partnership in the Cayman Islands, persons are advised to consult their tax, legal and other professional advisers in their respective jurisdi

Conyers Announces 2020 Legal Award Recipients

Conyers is pleased to support these committed young people as they work towards their legal qualifications

Professional payment guarantee newly introduced in Luxembourg

Although designed to be used in a professional context, the New Law does not contain any specific restrictions.

Ireland Update: Significant Compensation Awarded to Employee with a Disability for Failure to Make Reasonable Accommodation

Employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees on nine protected grounds: age, civil status, disability, family status, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation and membership of the travelling community.

Covid-19 Business Tunnels - Changes to Restrictions on Travel to and From Guernsey

In this article we look at the concept and requirements of ‘Business Tunnel’ meetings, the notification process, and implications for Guernsey employers where a locally based employee objects to attending a Business Tunnel meeting.

Judge favours family in HSBC loan dispute

Sir Christopher added, in a judgment dated June 19: “Subject to any further argument, it seems to me that the bank should undertake not to sell and, if it does not, we should order that the bank be restrained from selling the property until further