Managers of Wealth Offshore

Barbados introduces Incorporated Cell Company legislation

The legislation is expected to come into effect before the end of February.

FSC recognises overseas stock and commodities exchanges

The recognised exchanges listed include some of the most important stock and commodity exchanges in the world.

Paul Allen fights Cayman Islands on claim that his yacht destroyed reef

Now a new report says that Allen’s company Vulcan Inc. is even questioning if the Tatoosh caused the damage.

Guernsey approves introduction of new family friendly rights from April 2016

The States of Guernsey have approved the introduction of new family friendly rights, including time off for ante-natal care, maternity / adoption leave, support leave for partners and keeping in touch days.

Carey Olsen advises Falcon Acquisitions Limited on IPO

The company's market capitalisation at the subscription price on admission was over £2 million.

Appleby continues to play active role on HKEx by advising on two recent listings

The listing marks the second IPO in the area of DNA synthesis products on the HKEx.

Decade of dominance for Carey Olsen in advising LSE clients

In Jersey, the firm advised on the Main Market IPO of Project Finance Investments Limited which raised £106 million.

€180 Million Venture Capital Fund Established in Guernsey

Venture capital firm Creandum has 12 years' experience with over 50 start-ups

Cayman Islands: Private Trust Companies In The Cayman Islands

PTCs are a good option for very wealthy families who wish to retain a high degree of confidentiality

Cayman Islands Portfolio Insurance Companies - The Pic of the Bunch

The enabling legislation was specifically designed to allow Cayman Islands insurers established as segregated portfolio companies

Chinese millionaire sues himself through an offshore shell company to beat currency export controls

The majority of China's new super-rich are prepped to leave the country, but getting their cash out is a serious problem.

An Overview Of Legal And Regulatory Factors For Businesses In Jersey

Jersey offers a wide range of corporate vehicles for businesses to consider, including companies, foundations and limited partnerships.

A look at deal protection mechanisms in Bermuda by Appleby

Crafting a deal protection package that delivers the right level of protection while adhering to the various regulatory and legal constraints (and minimizing the risk of any judicial challenge) is and will continue to be important.

Reform of Guernsey’s Corporate Insolvency Laws - Appleby

As has been widely reported, the Commerce and Employment Department undertook a review of Guernsey’s insolvency laws, both personal and corporate, with significant input from key stakeholders.

Cayman Islands property scheme leaves angry investor £450 poorer

Now he’s at CrownWorld, a trading name of Crown Acquisitions Worldwide plc, which is cold calling potential investors on the Cayman Islands.

Maldives first family sinks deeper in graft scandal as bank withholds pres funds info

The bank had instead sought a Civil Court order to block requests of the nature. ACC had been informed of the case as well.

Audit row over Sir Jack Hayward's fortune after rise in overdraft AFTER his death

An auditor is demanding answers after Sir Jack Hayward’s overdraft in the Bahamas grew by almost $400,000 AFTER his death last year.

Streamlining Perpetuity- Amendments to Bermuda’s trust law by Ashley Fife

The flexibility brought about by the Amendment Act may lead to the governing law and place of administration of a number of trusts being changed to that of Bermuda

New ‘toolset’ to deal with bank failure

Among the powers created by the legislation is the ability for the government to temporarily take over a failing bank, noting that safeguards are included to protect the interests of shareholders and creditors.

Ogier advises Knight Frank Investment Management on launch of its first investment fund

The fund is an open-ended Jersey Expert Fund structured as a Jersey unit trust.