Managers of Wealth Offshore

Choices of Law, Jurisdiction Must Be Clear

Ideally, a contract will contain both a “choice of jurisdiction” and a “choice of law” clause, the latter of which is sometimes also referred to as a “governing law” clause.

New game rules for non-resident companies

Today it is difficult to imagine the process of incorporating a legal entity even in offshore zones without identifying the ultimate beneficiary and the source of its funds.

Commercial Leases in Jersey - Practical Connsiderations Arising From New Guidance for the Covid-19 Period

For both landlords and tenants of commercial premises in Jersey there will be a number of factors to consider when agreeing upon any temporary rent relief arrangements

Investors launch legal claim against two life insurance giants

After they lose life savings in ‘high risk fund mis-selling’ linked to LMIM

Appleby Recognised By Citywealth Following Brand Refresh

The shortlist is based on submissions, judges’ recommendation and editorial research.

Cayman Private Funds Law: 7 August 2020 Hard Deadline

Governance, Valuation, Depositary, Audit & Registration Obligations: Urgent Action Require

Government Enhances Legislation for Exempted Limited Partnerships

The Cayman Islands Government is boosting the regulatory framework for financial services in the jurisdiction through legislation pertaining to exempted limited partnerships.

Ogier appears on successful petition to remove a Cayman Islands executrix

The Judge reminded the executrix that the estate exists for the benefit of the beneficiaries and that due to her failure to progress the administration or provide information to the beneficiaries, such inaction also amounted to sufficient grounds for her

Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill: A Jersey Perspective

Jersey creditors will already be aware of the statutory moratorium that protects debtors in an administration process from legal proceedings being commenced or continued.

Walkers Advises Affinity Private Wealth Limited on Pinnacle Trustees Limited Acquisition

The acquisition, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to close by this month

Trustee scores full marks from Judge for textbook application

One of the fundamental issues was that the Settlor’s wish for the trust be distributed to his heirs in accordance with Shari’a inheritance principles conflicted with the underlying laws governing the discretionary trust in question which has a

Latest JFSC public statement and civil penalty: why all regulated businesses should take notice

The board of a regulated business should have the opportunity to hear how its existing framework and practice avoids the issues identified in this statement

UBS Court Date Set

Outgoing CEO Sergio Ermotti had hoped to leave the firm unfettered of past problems when he ends his nine-year tenure and hands over to new CEO Ralph Hamers in five months' time.

Ogier advises J D Wetherspoon plc on £141m equity raise

The Ogier team was led by partner Richard Daggett, assisted by managing associate Alexander Curry and associate Alex Fisher.

Bermuda: A Regulatory Update and Fund Structure Primer

Bermuda is globally respected for its leadership and proven record on compliance and transparency.

Court of Appeal finds that the court's exclusive jurisdiction can trump an arbitrator's ability to determine a just and equitable winding up

In an important decision, Re China CVS (Cayman Islands) Holding Corporation (China CVS), the Cayman Islands Court of Appeal (the CICA) has provided welcome clarification on the tension between the exclusive jurisdiction of the court to determine whether i

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