Managers of Wealth Offshore

Maples Group Excels Winning Six China Deals of the Year 2023

In a year marked by intense competition, this is a remarkable achievement for the Maples Group.

Jersey’s newest law firm opens its doors

Nick Marshall said: “We are excited to be opening the doors to Nicolle Marshall LLP and welcoming clients old and new."

Back in court for breaching notification requirements

Judge Gary Perry said there has been a “mini explosion” of people appearing in court after breaching notification orders recently, as he sentenced Mauger to two months in prison for the breach.

Conyers Successfully Secures Dismissal of Application to Set Aside a Statutory Demand in the British Virgin Islands

The Court’s dismissal of the set aside application shows its willingness to investigate and examine the merits of counter-claims made by impecunious companies

Carey Olsen and Oakbridge advise Sullivan Street Partners on Wave Group investment

The Carey Olsen team advising Sullivan Street Partners comprised corporate partner Chris Griffin and associate Marco Carossa.

Court tosses former NCB employee’s $10-m suit against bank

She further sought: damages for malicious prosecution; damages for loss of future earnings; attorneys’ costs on issue in the sum of $10,000

Walkers advises Ares on $3.3 billion private credit loan to Ardonagh Group

Ares is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, private equity, real estate and infrastructure asset classes.

ASW Law ranked in guide by Chambers & Partners

ASW maintained its rankings in Corporate & Finance (Band 2), Insurance (Band 2) and Dispute Resolution (Band 3).

Succession of digital assets in Guernsey

It can also raise many practical challenges for those administering estates, both in terms of access and ownership.

Muted voices: can beneficiaries of a STAR trust be empowered to play "devil's advocate"

Beddoe proceedings had been commenced by the trustee

Investing in gold

A look at possible reasons why the price of gold has risen since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict

Carey Olsen advises certain sellers in GFL Environmental's secondary offering

Carey Olsen acted for BC Partners and GIC alongside onshore counsel Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.

Carey Olsen advises XBTO Global on acquisition of Stablehouse and XBTO International

Both Stablehouse and XBTO International are regulated by the Bermuda Monetary Authority and were subject to regulatory oversight and approvals during the course of this transaction.

Conyers advises Nostromo Energy on Privatisation Transaction

The transaction will be implemented through an Israeli court approved arrangement and a BVI statutory merger.

FCA to investigate use of personal guarantees in certain small business lending

The FCA’s remit, which is set by Parliament, does not include lending to limited companies.

Harneys advises Finfront and Bitfufu on de-SPAC merger and NASDAQ listing

BitFuFu is a fast-growing digital asset mining service and a world-leading cloud mining service provider.

Changes to employment law in effect from 1 April 2024

The amendments will see the right to a written statement and itemised pay statement provided by employers extended to all workers, not just employees.

2023: Cayman property overview

Total freehold sales surpassed the US$1Billion mark for the third year in a row with US$1,316,557,370 of consideration changing hands throughout the year.

The Grand Court Clarifies the Ordinary Rule fro Damages in Temporary Deprivation of Property Cases

In order to obtain finance, FDL entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement (SPA) with PFS Management Limited (PFS)

Appleby Bermuda Advised Warwick Re in Relation to $500M Reinsurance Transaction

Bermuda Managing Partner Brad Adderley and Partner Matthew Carr advised on the regulatory and security aspects of the transaction.

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