Managers of Wealth - Legal http://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Sun, 11 Oct 2026 22:25:12 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://legal.managersofwealth.com/ http://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP Charles Russell Speechlys wins Private Client Law Firm – Ultra-High Net Worth 2026 at eprivateclient Excellence Awards News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86306/charles-russell-speechlys-wins-private-client-law-firm-ampndash-ultra-high-net-worth-2026-at-eprivateclient-excellence-awards The awards are highly regarded for their independence, rigour and transparency, and are judged by a distinguished panel of heads of wealth advisory Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Wealth Management Adviser High Wycombe News Team Thursday, September 03, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85891/wealth-management-adviser-high-wycombe This is what has ultimately lead him to become one of the best Wealth Management Adviser’s in High Wycombe. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office FCA Wealth Management Survey 2026: Key insights and FCA expectations for wealth managers News Team Wednesday, September 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85874/fca-wealth-management-survey-2026-key-insights-and-fca-expectations-for-wealth-managers In this year’s survey, the FCA has placed particular focus on discretionary fund managers Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Cayman holding companies: a strategic tool for GCC families managing global wealth News Team Tuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85630/cayman-holding-companies-a-strategic-tool-for-gcc-families-managing-global-wealth Importantly, they can also operate alongside regional solutions, particularly DIFC Prescribed Companies, to create a coherent cross-border structuring framework. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Ropes & Gray Advised HarbourVest on Acquisition of FNZ Bank as Part of a Consortium Led by Advent News Aggregation Team Tuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85632/ropes-ampamp-gray-advised-harbourvest-on-acquisition-of-fnz-bank-as-part-of-a-consortium-led-by-advent The transaction is expected to complete in the second half of 2027, subject to customary regulatory and other approvals. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Making Hong Kong a better global wealth management hub – Further improvements to Hong Kong’s Unified Funds and Carried Interest Tax Exemption Regimes News Team Wednesday, July 29, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85497/making-hong-kong-a-better-global-wealth-management-hub-ampndash-further-improvements-to-hong-kongamprsquos-unified-funds-and-carried-interest-tax-exemption-regimes The Bill introduces significant enhancements to the tax regimes applicable to funds, family-owned investment holding vehicles and carried interest. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office SSW Law & Beyond ranked Band 1 in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 News Team Monday, July 27, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85451/ssw-law-ampamp-beyond-ranked-band-1-in-chambers-high-net-worth-2026 The ranking highlights the firm’s ability to combine tax and succession planning expertise in advising clients in Poland and across Central and Eastern Europe. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office A Decade of Excellence: Higgs & Johnson Retains Top-Tier Offshore Trusts Ranking News Team Monday, July 27, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85452/a-decade-of-excellence-higgs-ampamp-johnson-retains-top-tier-offshore-trusts-ranking This decade-long recognition reinforces our position as a trusted adviser to high-net-worth individuals and families and reflects the strength of our Private Client & Wealth Management practice Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Harneys maintains top-band Chambers HNW 2026 rankings across BVI, Cayman and Jersey News Team Monday, July 27, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85455/harneys-maintains-top-band-chambers-hnw-2026-rankings-across-bvi-cayman-and-jersey The results reflect the continued strength and growing breadth of the firm’s offshore trust practice, bringing together market-leading expertise from both its Private Wealth and Dispute Resolution teams. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Expanded recognition in 2026 Chambers High Net Worth guide for our global Private Client & Trusts team News Team Friday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85434/expanded-recognition-in-2026-chambers-high-net-worth-guide-for-our-global-private-client-ampamp-trusts-team Alongside the continued top-tier recognition of our BVI and Cayman Islands teams, the guide welcomes new individual rankings for Omonike Robinson-Pickering in the BVI and Steven White in Bermuda. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Parliamentary procedure for UK government bills News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86302/parliamentary-procedure-for-uk-government-bills Most acts include powers for the government to make regulations on more detailed matters, which are necessary for the act to operate as intended. Government Regulation Jersey's new administration regime put into practice for the first time News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86283/jerseyamp039s-new-administration-regime-put-into-practice-for-the-first-time For directors, lenders and creditors, the first administration order provides early confirmation that the regime is available as a practical restructuring and rescue tool. Government Regulation Companies house identity checks: First directors prosecuted News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86286/companies-house-identity-checks-first-directors-prosecuted Identity verification is a central reform introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, which amends the Companies Act 2006. Government Regulation Police certificates become part of BMA vetting News Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86243/police-certificates-become-part-of-bma-vetting A person who has lived in several countries may face a more involved process. Government Regulation SEC Proposals Would Expand SEC-Registered Advisers’ Ability to Receive Performance Compensation and Broaden Accredited Investor Definition News Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86251/sec-proposals-would-expand-sec-registered-advisersamprsquo-ability-to-receive-performance-compensation-and-broaden-accredited-investor-definition The SEC is further requesting comments on developing a designated accredited investor exam, to be administered by FINRA. Government Regulation Proposed Supervision Rules for Internationally Active Insurance Groups News Team Friday, October 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86228/proposed-supervision-rules-for-internationally-active-insurance-groups This alert summarises the key aspects of the consultation and the Proposed Rules Government Regulation Nature’s little secrets: Why the BVI is the smart choice for global Financial Services Licensing News Team Friday, October 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86229/natureamprsquos-little-secrets-why-the-bvi-is-the-smart-choice-for-global-financial-services-licensing The BVI’s little secrets are therefore not shortcuts: they are the integration of speed, efficiency, robust regulation, and a thorough financial-services architecture. Government Regulation Over two thirds of charities report a rising demand for services over the past year News Team Thursday, October 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86214/over-two-thirds-of-charities-report-a-rising-demand-for-services-over-the-past-year A priority for charities should be to further emphasise the important role that charities play in society as a way to boost funding. Government Regulation BVI companies: a new requirement for filing annual returns News Team Wednesday, September 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86194/bvi-companies-a-new-requirement-for-filing-annual-returns The requirement to file an annual return has not been extended to BVI partnerships. Government Regulation Understanding Cayman ELP disputes: rights, duties and winding up issues News Team Wednesday, September 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86195/understanding-cayman-elp-disputes-rights-duties-and-winding-up-issues The critical feature of an ELP is structural. Government Regulation Maples Group’s Irish and Luxembourg Tax Practices Earn Further Recognition from International Tax Review News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86291/maples-groupamprsquos-irish-and-luxembourg-tax-practices-earn-further-recognition-from-international-tax-review Both Tax practice groups continue to be named among the leading Tax advisers in the International Tax Review (“ITR”) World Tax 2027 rankings. Tax IR35: taxation of off-payroll workers explained News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86279/ir35-taxation-of-off-payroll-workers-explained The fee for those services is then paid by the business to the PSC. It is possible for a PSC to have more than one employee/officeholder. Tax First-tier tribunal decision delivers lessons for taxpayers in R&D case News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86266/first-tier-tribunal-decision-delivers-lessons-for-taxpayers-in-rampampd-case HMRC challenged whether the company’s activities linked to two waste handling projects met the statutory requirements to qualify for R&D tax relief. Tax Dentons has won an award for the best tax practice in the Czech Republic (in Czech) News Team Thursday, October 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86219/dentons-has-won-an-award-for-the-best-tax-practice-in-the-czech-republic-in-czech The Czech award is a significant recognition for Dentons of the expertise and quality of its tax practice in the Czech market. Tax DLA Piper named Tax Innovator of the Year among nine recognitions at ITR Europe Tax Awards 2026 News Team Wednesday, September 23, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86119/dla-piper-named-tax-innovator-of-the-year-among-nine-recognitions-at-itr-europe-tax-awards-2026 Receiving nine awards across such a varied range of categories is an excellent achievement for our international tax practice. Tax Dentons wins four awards at the ITR Europe Tax Awards 2026 News Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86082/dentons-wins-four-awards-at-the-itr-europe-tax-awards-2026 In addition to the awards, Dentons was shortlisted in another 20 categories, demonstrating the broad strength of the Tax practice across Europe. Tax Baker McKenzie Receives 11 Awards at the 2026 International Tax Review EMEA Awards News Team Monday, September 21, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86085/baker-mckenzie-receives-11-awards-at-the-2026-international-tax-review-emea-awards The wins span jurisdictions across EMEA and recognize Baker McKenzie's expertise in indirect tax, transfer pricing, tax litigation, and broader tax advisory work Tax A 5% wealth tax? Preparing clients for California's Billionaire Tax News Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86064/a-5-wealth-tax-preparing-clients-for-californiaamp039s-billionaire-tax California's proposed Billionaire Tax Act presents estate planners with significant challenges, including retroactive application, anti-abuse provisions and unresolved questions about its treatment of trusts. Tax HMRC issues long-awaited VAT guidance on outsourced fund management services News Team Friday, September 18, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86078/hmrc-issues-long-awaited-vat-guidance-on-outsourced-fund-management-services The guidance includes discussion on whether services supplied under an MSA constitute a single composite supply, or a number of separate supplies. Tax Switzerland: Future Tax Reforms Boost Competitiveness Strategy News Team Wednesday, September 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85966/switzerland-future-tax-reforms-boost-competitiveness-strategy Federal Council signals administrative simplifications and long-term tax initiatives Tax Mourant Lawyers Recognised in the 2027 Lawdragon 100 Leading Cayman Lawyers List News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86307/mourant-lawyers-recognised-in-the-2027-lawdragon-100-leading-cayman-lawyers-list This latest recognition reflects the depth of Mourant’s Cayman Islands practice and follows a series of recent rankings and accolades for the firm’s Caribbean teams across investment funds, corporate, insolvency and disputes. Comment, Analysis & Research Maples Group Wins 2026 Mining Finance Deal of the Year Award News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86310/maples-group-wins-2026-mining-finance-deal-of-the-year-award This award is part of LatinFinance’s 2026 Project & Infrastructure Finance Awards. Comment, Analysis & Research Clients praise Ogier's "true powerhouse" Guernsey team in Legal 500 UK 2027 News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86311/clients-praise-ogieramp039s-ampquottrue-powerhouseampquot-guernsey-team-in-legal-500-uk-2027 The Guernsey team has 23 recognised lawyers, nine of them achieving Leading Partner or Hall of Fame rankings, including three new higher rankings, in Legal 500 UK 2027. Comment, Analysis & Research Simmons & Simmons shortlisted for four major legal awards News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86319/simmons-ampamp-simmons-shortlisted-for-four-major-legal-awards Simmons & Simmons has been shortlisted in three categories at the British Legal Awards 2026 and a further award at The Lawyer European Awards Comment, Analysis & Research Beyond grantmaking: Why estate planners should prepare clients for the next generation of philanthropy News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86298/beyond-grantmaking-why-estate-planners-should-prepare-clients-for-the-next-generation-of-philanthropy For estate planners who want to add value as trusted advisors, understanding philanthropy beyond charitable giving is increasingly important. Comment, Analysis & Research Mourant celebrates top rankings in Legal 500 UK 2027 News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86281/mourant-celebrates-top-rankings-in-legal-500-uk-2027 In the latest guide, Mourant is described as “a top-class firm with some real stars,” and praised for its “exceptional quality from the partnership to the associates and to the trainees and paralegals.” Comment, Analysis & Research Norton Rose Fulbright lawyers receive Chair appointment and Distinguished Service Award from the State Bar of Texas Health Law Section News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86265/norton-rose-fulbright-lawyers-receive-chair-appointment-and-distinguished-service-award-from-the-state-bar-of-texas-health-law-section The State Bar of Texas Health Law Section supports lawyers practicing in a variety of healthcare-related fields Comment, Analysis & Research Harneys London celebrates five ranked lawyers and Harneys Jersey makes a standout debut in Legal 500 UK 2027 News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86267/harneys-london-celebrates-five-ranked-lawyers-and-harneys-jersey-makes-a-standout-debut-in-legal-500-uk-2027 Legal 500 highlights the London team's "strengths in corporate, private wealth, and dispute resolution matters, in addition to banking and finance, regulatory, and funds. Comment, Analysis & Research 21 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide News Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86246/21-greenberg-traurig-attorneys-recognized-in-2027-lawdragon-500-leading-corporate-employment-lawyers-guide The guide recognizes attorneys with experience advising businesses, universities, nonprofits, and other organizations across a wide range of employment matters. Comment, Analysis & Research Strong rankings maintained in Legal 500 UK Guide 2027 News Team Friday, October 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86227/strong-rankings-maintained-in-legal-500-uk-guide-2027 What distinguishes this team is not just technical ability, but the way they think and operate as a unit. Comment, Analysis & Research Charity Commission issues new grant making guidance News Team Wednesday, July 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85172/charity-commission-issues-new-grant-making-guidance This new guidance replaces and expands upon previous guidance to now cover all grant-making (rather than just grants to non-charities). Charity & Philanthropy Leading law firm for philanthropy and DEI in Asia Pacific News Team Thursday, June 18, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85023/leading-law-firm-for-philanthropy-and-dei-in-asia-pacific As global interest in philanthropy, diversity, equity and inclusion, and sustainability increases, Withers remains committed to supporting businesses and families in achieving their ambitions to drive positive, meaningful change. Charity & Philanthropy Jersey team's generosity shines through in £45,000 charity total News Team Monday, February 10, 2025 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/79528/jersey-teamamp039s-generosity-shines-through-in-amppound45000-charity-total Throughout 2023 and 2024, the Jersey Charities Committee organised a number of fundraising events Charity & Philanthropy Charity Commission Inquiry: Quba Trust News Team Wednesday, January 29, 2025 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/79425/charity-commission-inquiry-quba-trust Three of the Charity's trustees were disqualified for periods of 10, 7.5, and 5.1 years respectively Charity & Philanthropy Bindmans’ Private Client team participates in Will Aid 2024 News Team Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/78622/bindmansamprsquo-private-client-team-participates-in-will-aid-2024 Running throughout November, the Will Aid scheme supports charitable causes whilst giving people the chance to access a professionally written Will. Charity & Philanthropy Maximising impact in philanthropy: how blended finance scales impact News Team Wednesday, October 30, 2024 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/78463/maximising-impact-in-philanthropy-how-blended-finance-scales-impact Blended finance initiatives will play an indispensable role in funding solutions to global challenges Charity & Philanthropy Maples Group to Title Sponsor the IRC European Championship 2024 News Team Wednesday, August 14, 2024 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/77598/maples-group-to-title-sponsor-the-irc-european-championship-2024 The IRC European Championship, which alternates between the North and South of Europe (the Channel and the Mediterranean Sea), is a flagship event of the Royal Ocean Racing Club. Charity & Philanthropy Appleby Bermuda Makes 25th Holiday Donation to Star Charity News Team Wednesday, December 20, 2023 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/75029/appleby-bermuda-makes-25th-holiday-donation-to-star-charity Appleby has been supporting STAR charity during the holidays since 1998, supporting six families with food hampers, fruit baskets and gifts, with gift certificates this year for 30 family members. Charity & Philanthropy Withers' charity and philanthropy team wins recognition in major legal directories News Team Friday, November 03, 2023 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/74485/withersamp039-charity-and-philanthropy-team-wins-recognition-in-major-legal-directories The Withers’ charities and philanthropy team has been recognised as a top tier practice by leading directories Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for 2023/2024. Charity & Philanthropy Carey Olsen partners with World Triathlon Bermuda and legal team compete to raise funds for Family Centre Bermuda News Team Tuesday, October 11, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/70064/carey-olsen-partners-with-world-triathlon-bermuda-and-legal-team-compete-to-raise-funds-for-family-centre-bermuda Carey Olsen Bermuda is a supporter of many community-based sports and activities. Charity & Philanthropy Seatrium and Ultra Electronics News Team Wednesday, August 19, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85744/seatrium-and-ultra-electronics A new era for Deferred Prosecution Agreements – what do corporate entities need to know? Money Laundering and AML Jersey funds law series - professional investor regulated scheme exemption for service providers News Team Friday, October 27, 2023 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/74417/jersey-funds-law-series-professional-investor-regulated-scheme-exemption-for-service-providers The administration and management of Jersey investment structures can be complex and requires service providers to be aware of the regulatory requirements and exemptions that they may face when providing relevant services in respect of such structures. Money Laundering and AML British Virgin Islands: Premier Andrew Fahie arrested in US drug sting News Team Friday, April 29, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68080/british-virgin-islands-premier-andrew-fahie-arrested-in-us-drug-sting Premier Andrew Fahie was detained in Miami by US agents posing as cocaine traffickers from a Mexican drug cartel. Money Laundering and AML The sports industry: Laundering more than dirty kit? News Team Friday, April 29, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68084/the-sports-industry-laundering-more-than-dirty-kit But unfortunately, the reality is that the sports industry can be an attractive target for criminal activity, including money laundering. Money Laundering and AML Gambling AML: Money Laundering Through Casinos News Aggregation Team Friday, April 29, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68087/gambling-aml-money-laundering-through-casinos One of the industries with the biggest risk of money laundering is casinos. Money Laundering and AML Signatures for Sale: How Nominee Services for Shell Companies Are Abused to Conceal Beneficial Owners News Team Friday, April 29, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68089/signatures-for-sale-how-nominee-services-for-shell-companies-are-abused-to-conceal-beneficial-owners The report draws evidence from a global mystery shopping exercise based on thousands of solicitations for shell companies, as well as marketing information from shell company providers, and journalistic and policy research on the topic. Money Laundering and AML Guernsey AML News Team Thursday, March 31, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67700/guernsey-aml Guernsey has a democratic assembly known as the States of Guernsey; Alderney and Sark have their own parliaments. Money Laundering and AML 10 measures to expose sanctioned Russian oligarchs’ hidden assets News Team Friday, March 04, 2022 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67290/10-measures-to-expose-sanctioned-russian-oligarchsamprsquo-hidden-assets The Tax Justice Network has in response published a briefing detailing 10 transparency measures Money Laundering and AML More change proposed to Jersey's AML regime: Are you Exempt? News Team Thursday, February 24, 2022 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67173/more-change-proposed-to-jerseyamp039s-aml-regime-are-you-exempt The rationale for the application of certain current scope exemptions, which mean certain businesses do not have to comply with the anti-money laundering framework, was also identified by the MONEYVAL Report as a cause for concern. Money Laundering and AML US Treasury's AML report weighs against increased regulations in art market for now News Team Thursday, February 17, 2022 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67074/us-treasuryamp039s-aml-report-weighs-against-increased-regulations-in-art-market-for-now Contrary to what many had expected, however, FinCEN concluded that there is limited evidence of money laundering and little risk of terror financing through the sale of high value art. Money Laundering and AML Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa achieves strong recognition in the 2025 IFLR1000 rankings News Team Friday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82875/norton-rose-fulbright-south-africa-achieves-strong-recognition-in-the-2025-iflr1000-rankings These rankings underscore the firm’s strength in complex finance, regulatory, energy, infrastructure, and corporate matters across the continent. Offshore and IFC Offshore wind in Ireland: ORESS Tonn Nua scheme launches, with differences for developers News Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80934/offshore-wind-in-ireland-oress-tonn-nua-scheme-launches-with-differences-for-developers New to ORESS Tonn Nua is the requirement for the director of the applicant to provide a declaration of experience Offshore and IFC Sole Offshore Law Firm Among Leading IPO Advisers in Q1 2024 News Team Friday, August 16, 2024 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/77617/sole-offshore-law-firm-among-leading-ipo-advisers-in-q1-2024 The private equity community is expected to be a key driver of activity, both in the second half of 2024 and into 2025. Offshore and IFC Bermuda – 2022 Economic Substance Declaration Form Updates, Registrar of Companies Compliance Reviews and Prospective Compliance Planning News Team Friday, May 27, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68414/bermuda-ampndash-2022-economic-substance-declaration-form-updates-registrar-of-companies-compliance-reviews-and-prospective-compliance-planning The Registrar has issued two industry notices during the past month. Offshore and IFC Cayman Court extends the timing of factual evidence in section 238 proceedings until third party disclosure is completed News Team Friday, May 27, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68420/cayman-court-extends-the-timing-of-factual-evidence-in-section-238-proceedings-until-third-party-disclosure-is-completed Sina Corporation effected a take-private merger in the Cayman Islands. Offshore and IFC Cayman Update: Return of Mistaken Payments held on Constructive Trust News Team Friday, May 27, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68421/cayman-update-return-of-mistaken-payments-held-on-constructive-trust The Court accepted that no benefit could have accrued to a payor in respect of a Mistaken Payment and that the Company would have been fixed with this knowledge at the time of receipt. Offshore and IFC Privy Council permits enforcement of arbitral award under New York Convention despite alleged lack of due process News Team Friday, May 27, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68422/privy-council-permits-enforcement-of-arbitral-award-under-new-york-convention-despite-alleged-lack-of-due-process The Convention provides a set of international legal standards for the recognition and enforcement of arbitration awards Offshore and IFC Fun and Games Ahead? News Team Thursday, May 05, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68134/fun-and-games-ahead In addition to outlining the new provisions, this article will explore the scope for abuse of the new regime by unscrupulous debtors. Offshore and IFC Snapshot: confidentiality in Cayman Islands arbitration proceedings News Team Thursday, May 05, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68135/snapshot-confidentiality-in-cayman-islands-arbitration-proceedings There are a number of other exception categories which are less likely to be available in a commercial context Offshore and IFC In Your Court: Offshore Dispute Resolution Review News Team Thursday, March 31, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67697/in-your-court-offshore-dispute-resolution-review This variety is reflected in the range of content from our team in this edition Offshore and IFC DLA Piper expands market-leading patent litigation and ITC practices with addition of Partners Robert Shaffer and Sean Trainor News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86315/dla-piper-expands-market-leading-patent-litigation-and-itc-practices-with-addition-of-partners-robert-shaffer-and-sean-trainor Shaffer will serve as Head of the Life Sciences Patent Litigation practice and Trainor will serve as Co-Head of the US International Trade Commission (ITC) practice. People Moves Greenberg Traurig Washington, D.C., Broadens Life Sciences, Complex Litigation Capabilities with Addition of Jonathan Janow News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86316/greenberg-traurig-washington-dc-broadens-life-sciences-complex-litigation-capabilities-with-addition-of-jonathan-janow For decades, Janow has represented a roster that includes generic and branded drug manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and industry associations. People Moves DLA Piper bolsters APAC finance practice with appointment of Ryan Iskandar News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86317/dla-piper-bolsters-apac-finance-practice-with-appointment-of-ryan-iskandar His practice has a particular focus on Asia Pacific and cross-border transactions within the region. People Moves Carey Olsen partner selected for World Services Group North America & Caribbean Regional Council News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86294/carey-olsen-partner-selected-for-world-services-group-north-america-ampamp-caribbean-regional-council Based in Carey Olsen's Cayman Islands office since 2018, Richard advises clients on corporate and finance transactions People Moves Ashurst Perkins Coie continues to expand London private capital offering with partner hire News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86299/ashurst-perkins-coie-continues-to-expand-london-private-capital-offering-with-partner-hire His appointment reflects our continued strategic focus on growing our UK private capital platform at a time when sponsors are looking for advisers who truly understand all aspects of a transaction." People Moves Dechert Expands Restructuring Practice and Chicago Presence With Partner Jason Gott News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86303/dechert-expands-restructuring-practice-and-chicago-presence-with-partner-jason-gott Mr. Gott's arrival brings Dechert's total lateral partner count this year to more than 50 People Moves Dechert Bolsters Leveraged Finance Capabilities, Adding Partner Ben Burton in London News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86304/dechert-bolsters-leveraged-finance-capabilities-adding-partner-ben-burton-in-london Based in London, Mr. Burton’s extensive leveraged finance and restructuring experience will enhance the firm’s private equity and finance capabilities. People Moves Stephenson Harwood strengthens its Asia IP, Technology and Data Practice with the arrival of Amita Haylock News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86305/stephenson-harwood-strengthens-its-asia-ip-technology-and-data-practice-with-the-arrival-of-amita-haylock Technology is one of Stephenson Harwood’s five core areas of focus. People Moves Addleshaw Goddard strengthens Funds Finance practice with appointment of Nick Pascal News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86275/addleshaw-goddard-strengthens-funds-finance-practice-with-appointment-of-nick-pascal He has advised major international banks including HSBC, NatWest, Macquarie and Nomura, as well as private funds and investment clients. People Moves Akin Adds London Partner Filippo Durazzo to Growing Private Equity Platform News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86276/akin-adds-london-partner-filippo-durazzo-to-growing-private-equity-platform His arrival underscores the continued momentum behind our global private equity platform and our commitment to providing clients with sophisticated counsel across an increasingly complex market environment.” People Moves Appleby advises Wittington Investments, Limited on its acquisition of The Boots Group News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86308/appleby-advises-wittington-investments-limited-on-its-acquisition-of-the-boots-group The transaction, which is subject to certain regulatory approvals and the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2027. Legal Advice Inflection Point Acquisition Corp. VIII US$287.5 Million IPO on Nasdaq Global Market News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86309/inflection-point-acquisition-corp-viii-us2875-million-ipo-on-nasdaq-global-market The units are listed on the Nasdaq Global Market and trade under the ticker symbol “IPHXU”. Legal Advice Advising McDermott on US$550m Nordic bond issuance and refinancing News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86312/advising-mcdermott-on-us550m-nordic-bond-issuance-and-refinancing The transaction also included a backstopped US$500m equity financing through a rights offering to existing shareholders. Legal Advice A&O Shearman advises the underwriters on a USD2.5 billion SEC registered notes offering by Stellantis Finance US Inc. News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86313/aampampo-shearman-advises-the-underwriters-on-a-usd25-billion-sec-registered-notes-offering-by-stellantis-finance-us-inc The successful USD2.5bn offering underscores the market’s confidence in the Stellantis group’s credit profile and its continued ability to access the U.S. debt capital markets. Legal Advice Latham & Watkins Advises Stuut on US$52.5 Million Series B Financing News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86314/latham-ampamp-watkins-advises-stuut-on-us525-million-series-b-financing Latham & Watkins LLP advised Stuut in the transaction with a team led by New York/Boston partner Stephen Ranere, with associates Michael Pioso and Saiyaz Kaz Legal Advice Norton Rose Fulbright advises Alsendo on multi-jurisdictional financing News Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86318/norton-rose-fulbright-advises-alsendo-on-multi-jurisdictional-financing The financing will support the group’s continued growth strategy, including acquisitions, refinancing of existing indebtedness and general corporate purposes. Legal Advice Clifford Chance advises Swiss Re on landmark facility backed by issuance of Pre-Capitalized Trust Securities News Aggregation Team Friday, October 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86320/clifford-chance-advises-swiss-re-on-landmark-facility-backed-by-issuance-of-pre-capitalized-trust-securities The issuance marks a significant milestone as the first P-Caps transaction by a European reinsurance and IFRS reporting company and the first to provide for the issuance of subordinated debt intended to qualify as Tier 2 capital. Legal Advice Withers KhattarWong advises on S$45.5 million hospitality asset acquisition amid growing investor demand in Singapore News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86290/withers-khattarwong-advises-on-s455-million-hospitality-asset-acquisition-amid-growing-investor-demand-in-singapore The Withers KhattarWong team advising the purchaser brought together lawyers from the firm's corporate, real estate, and private client and tax practices. Legal Advice Appleby Advises Shenzhen International Holdings on RMB2 Billion Medium-Term Notes Issuance News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86293/appleby-advises-shenzhen-international-holdings-on-rmb2-billion-medium-term-notes-issuance Shenzhen International engages in logistics, toll road, port and general-environmental protection businesses Legal Advice Latham & Watkins Advises The Sterling Group Foundation Fund on Acquisition of Slingmax Group News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86297/latham-ampamp-watkins-advises-the-sterling-group-foundation-fund-on-acquisition-of-slingmax-group Multidisciplinary team represents the private equity firm in the transaction. Legal Advice Ogier expands its AI-enabled legal service offering with the adoption of Harvey News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86292/ogier-expands-its-ai-enabled-legal-service-offering-with-the-adoption-of-harvey Harvey has shown significant potential to improve the way we work by streamlining routine tasks FinTech ASOS cyber attack leaves UK businesses and customers reeling News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86295/asos-cyber-attack-leaves-uk-businesses-and-customers-reeling Customers reported receiving a mobile app notification on Tuesday morning entitled ‘ASOS HACKED’ which directed them to click through to a Telegram account. FinTech Jersey digital assets - October 2026 update News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86274/jersey-digital-assets-october-2026-update Together, these developments strengthen Jersey’s proposition as a well-regulated and commercially responsive jurisdiction for digital asset businesses and investment structures. FinTech Proper AI governance requires everyday action, say experts News Team Wednesday, October 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86278/proper-ai-governance-requires-everyday-action-say-experts The issue was highlighted in a report published earlier this year by operations consultancy Mozaic and Pinsent Masons that looks into the governance challenges being faced by companies amid the current AI boom. FinTech From E-Signatures to AI-Driven Contracts: How Mauritius is rewriting the Rules of Digital Transactions News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86268/from-e-signatures-to-ai-driven-contracts-how-mauritius-is-rewriting-the-rules-of-digital-transactions An electronic transferable record cannot be denied legal effect merely because it is electronic. FinTech Australian regulator flags human oversight may not avoid new ADM transparency duties News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86269/australian-regulator-flags-human-oversight-may-not-avoid-new-adm-transparency-duties The guidance confirms that the obligation extends beyond 'high-risk AI' and can apply to a broad range of computer programs and software. FinTech Tech suppliers need to pass new security baseline down the supply chain News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86270/tech-suppliers-need-to-pass-new-security-baseline-down-the-supply-chain Negotiations often stall on liability. FinTech Cutting-edge AI approach earns national recognition for Fraud team News Team Monday, October 05, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86257/cutting-edge-ai-approach-earns-national-recognition-for-fraud-team The award reflects the strength of our 75-strong UK Fraud team, led by Damian Rourke and Clare Davis FinTech DLA Piper joins government-backed group to advance UK digital markets News Team Wednesday, September 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86207/dla-piper-joins-government-backed-group-to-advance-uk-digital-markets The Legal action group will support the other action groups and develop best-practice guidance for market participants. FinTech Medtronic’s $700 Million Strategic Partnership with Cornerstone Robotics for Global Expansion of Robotic-Assisted Surgery News Team Monday, September 28, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86163/medtronicamprsquos-700-million-strategic-partnership-with-cornerstone-robotics-for-global-expansion-of-robotic-assisted-surgery The transaction includes rights for Medtronic to distribute Cornerstone Robotics’ Sentire™ surgical system in select markets outside the United States where the system has received regulatory approval. FinTech China’s renewable energy goals ‘could increase pressure’ on global supply chains News Team Thursday, October 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86296/chinaamprsquos-renewable-energy-goals-amplsquocould-increase-pressureamprsquo-on-global-supply-chains China's total installed renewable energy capacity reached around 2.3TW by the end of 2025 Planet SOS Mayer Brown awarded ‘ESG Programme of the Year’ at the Legal Business Awards 2026 News Team Thursday, October 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86210/mayer-brown-awarded-amplsquoesg-programme-of-the-yearamprsquo-at-the-legal-business-awards-2026 The annual Legal Business Awards bring together the industry's leading practitioners, firms, and in-house teams to highlight excellence in innovation and client service. Planet SOS Dentons advises lenders on UK solar and battery storage financing News Team Friday, September 11, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85992/dentons-advises-lenders-on-uk-solar-and-battery-storage-financing This is the third project in Cero’s portfolio facility that Dentons has advised Planet SOS El Niño: risk of extreme weather calls for business response News Team Tuesday, September 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85940/el-niampntildeo-risk-of-extreme-weather-calls-for-business-response Nature is a foundation of national security Planet SOS Victoria launches offshore wind auction after delays News Team Friday, August 28, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85843/victoria-launches-offshore-wind-auction-after-delays Original commitments to develop an offshore wind industry in Australia were launched in early 2022 Planet SOS Law Society publishes new climate change guidance for in-house legal counsel News Team Tuesday, August 18, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85731/law-society-publishes-new-climate-change-guidance-for-in-house-legal-counsel Board directors should also be mindful that their fiduciary duties under the Companies Act 2006 Planet SOS CRU clarifies enforcement penalty approach for regulated energy firms News Team Monday, August 17, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85713/cru-clarifies-enforcement-penalty-approach-for-regulated-energy-firms The publication follows two rounds of public consultation and establishes the methodology the regulator will apply when calculating financial penalties under its administrative sanctions regime. Planet SOS Linklaters advises on Juniper Green Energy’s IPO in India News Team Friday, August 14, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85696/linklaters-advises-on-juniper-green-energyamprsquos-ipo-in-india The Linklaters team was led by partner and Head of India Practice Amit Singh and counsel Joseph Wolpin. Planet SOS Why energy is now the deciding factor for data centre development in Australia News Team Thursday, July 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85518/why-energy-is-now-the-deciding-factor-for-data-centre-development-in-australia For developers, energy and water are no longer peripheral operational considerations. Planet SOS EU electrification plans have cross-sector impact News Team Tuesday, July 28, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85483/eu-electrification-plans-have-cross-sector-impact The Commission’s electrification action plan has also been accompanied by legislative proposals to revise the EU’s emissions trading scheme Planet SOS Bird & Bird secures another important victory in the Court of Appeal for wealth manager XY News Team Tuesday, October 06, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86263/bird-ampamp-bird-secures-another-important-victory-in-the-court-of-appeal-for-wealth-manager-xy The judgment was handed down today in the UK’s Court of Appeal, following the firm successfully defending all claims in the High Court in March 2025. Court Cases Ahmed v Uddin: the court considers the factors at play when considering whether to give permission to bring charity proceedings News Team Thursday, October 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86220/ahmed-v-uddin-the-court-considers-the-factors-at-play-when-considering-whether-to-give-permission-to-bring-charity-proceedings The High Court held that the financial position of the charity were proceedings to ensue, meant that permission should not be given under section 115 Charities Act 2011. Court Cases Ruling offers employers lessons on constructive dismissal in the QFC News Team Tuesday, September 29, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86183/ruling-offers-employers-lessons-on-constructive-dismissal-in-the-qfc Khasawneh said the need to respond promptly and transparently to resignations was also highlighted by the case. Court Cases Wood and Ors v Khumalo: Jersey Court holds company directors to account in £77m judgment for transaction at an undervalue News Team Tuesday, September 29, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86184/wood-and-ors-v-khumalo-jersey-court-holds-company-directors-to-account-in-amppound77m-judgment-for-transaction-at-an-undervalue In order for a Jersey Court to make a finding of liability under Article 176, the company must have been insolvent when it entered into the relevant transaction Court Cases Singapore court refuses enforcement where PRC law reserves interim measures to courts News Team Friday, September 25, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86154/singapore-court-refuses-enforcement-where-prc-law-reserves-interim-measures-to-courts It concluded that PRC law reserved all forms of preservation measures Court Cases Nigeria defeats hydropower arbitration News Team Thursday, September 24, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86130/nigeria-defeats-hydropower-arbitration Mayer Brown partner Kwadwo Sarkodie is quoted in this article covering the ICC decision. Court Cases South Africa court ruling expands environmental enforcement risks for businesses News Team Wednesday, September 23, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86127/south-africa-court-ruling-expands-environmental-enforcement-risks-for-businesses The High Court dismissed the application, but Topigs appealed to the SCA. Court Cases Baker McKenzie Team Secures Dismissal with Prejudice for Sika in Concrete and Cement Additives Antitrust Litigation News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86102/baker-mckenzie-team-secures-dismissal-with-prejudice-for-sika-in-concrete-and-cement-additives-antitrust-litigation The ruling came after Plaintiffs amended their complaints with the benefit of cooperation materials from a settling defendant. Court Cases Dentons Lee secures appellate victory for Korea Housing & Urban Guarantee Corporation in indemnity claim News Team Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/86105/dentons-lee-secures-appellate-victory-for-korea-housing-ampamp-urban-guarantee-corporation-in-indemnity-claim The Seoul High Court accepted these arguments and granted HUG’s claim in full. Court Cases English court confirms high bar for resisting performance bond calls based on the underlying contract News Team Wednesday, September 09, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85969/english-court-confirms-high-bar-for-resisting-performance-bond-calls-based-on-the-underlying-contract The judgment addressed a recurring issue for contractors on major projects Court Cases