Managers of Wealth - Legal http://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 14:14:32 GMT part of MediaG8way Group http://legal.managersofwealth.com/ http://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP FCA Review of UK Wealth Management M&A News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82401/fca-review-of-uk-wealth-management-mampampa The findings of the review will be of particular relevance to the PE industry where interest and investment in the wealth management sector has increased over recent years. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Family PIFs simplified: a new era News Team Wednesday, October 15, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82324/family-pifs-simplified-a-new-era This targeted reform supports Guernsey's reputation as a responsive and forward-thinking jurisdiction Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Anthony Partridge on two years of progress with STEP Cayman News Team Wednesday, September 17, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82005/anthony-partridge-on-two-years-of-progress-with-step-cayman The launch of the Cayman NextGen committee was undoubtedly one of the most significant milestones during my tenure as chair. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Mayer Brown represents BlackRock in landmark agreement to manage $80 billion of Citi Wealth client assets News Team Thursday, September 11, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81932/mayer-brown-represents-blackrock-in-landmark-agreement-to-manage-80-billion-of-citi-wealth-client-assets The agreement includes BlackRock managing approximately $80 billion in assets for thousands of Citi Wealth clients. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Macfarlanes advises Stonehage Fleming and Stanhope Capital on their combination with Corient News Team Monday, September 08, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81887/macfarlanes-advises-stonehage-fleming-and-stanhope-capital-on-their-combination-with-corient Regulatory advice was provided by Partner Alexandra Green Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Suitable structures and jurisdictions for setting up a family office News Team Wednesday, September 03, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81836/suitable-structures-and-jurisdictions-for-setting-up-a-family-office Each jurisdiction has a unique set of advantages and disadvantages for establishing an asset-holding vehicle. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Blandy & Blandy Ranked as a Top Tier Firm in Chambers High Net Worth Guide News Team Tuesday, September 02, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81829/blandy-ampamp-blandy-ranked-as-a-top-tier-firm-in-chambers-high-net-worth-guide Chambers and Partners has dedicated 35 years to researching and ranking the world’s best lawyers. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Advising Cavendish on acquisition of GlenQ Private Wealth Limited's trust company business News Team Thursday, August 21, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81696/advising-cavendish-on-acquisition-of-glenq-private-wealth-limitedamp039s-trust-company-business Our team led by Corporate partner Kevin McQuillan, senior associate Luke Steele and associate Angharad Prescott, acted as lead counsel to Cavendish. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Bermuda: An Introduction to Offshore Trusts News Team Monday, August 18, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81649/bermuda-an-introduction-to-offshore-trusts Bermuda trust law is very largely based on English trust law Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Fox Rothschild’s Pittsburgh Office Moving to Six PPG Place News Team Monday, August 18, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81658/fox-rothschildamprsquos-pittsburgh-office-moving-to-six-ppg-place The space keeps pace with the changing workplace. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Withers achieves UNI/PdR 125:2022 certification for gender equality in Italy News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82443/withers-achieves-unipdr-1252022-certification-for-gender-equality-in-italy The certification process involved a comprehensive review of internal procedures, data analysis, and the deployment of targeted initiatives aimed at fostering equity and inclusion across all levels of the organization. Government Regulation Hogan Lovells appointed to UK Government Trade Negotiations Panel News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82445/hogan-lovells-appointed-to-uk-government-trade-negotiations-panel Securing this appointment enables Hogan Lovells to deepen its engagement with central government departments, provide specialist trade law support, and contribute to the UK’s evolving trade and investment framework at a pivotal time. Government Regulation Regulatory outlook for collective actions in 2026 and beyond News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82452/regulatory-outlook-for-collective-actions-in-2026-and-beyond The body of case law related to the opt-out collective proceedings regime for competition law claims in the UK is growing steadily. Government Regulation Legal reform in Jersey: tackling gazumping and gazundering in property transactions News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82422/legal-reform-in-jersey-tackling-gazumping-and-gazundering-in-property-transactions In Jersey, all transfers of property (other than share transfer property) must be completed by passing a contract before the Royal Court. Government Regulation Estate Planning in the Cayman Islands News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82423/estate-planning-in-the-cayman-islands Trusts created pursuant to Part VIII of the Trusts Act (STAR Trusts) which enable the creation of trusts for the furtherance of purposes Government Regulation ‘Simplification’ drives EU policy agenda for 2026 News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82425/amplsquosimplificationamprsquo-drives-eu-policy-agenda-for-2026 New regulation is expected in relation to online consumer protection too. Government Regulation Consultation on draft WA security of payment reform for government projects opens News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82426/consultation-on-draft-wa-security-of-payment-reform-for-government-projects-opens The construction trust scheme will operate in the same way as the current project bank account system Government Regulation UK seeks growth via AI ‘lab’ and regulatory bonfire News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82434/uk-seeks-growth-via-ai-amplsquolabamprsquo-and-regulatory-bonfire Examples of action promised include a streamlining of corporate reporting requirements, measures to support commercial drone operations by 2027 Government Regulation FCA announces UK fund tokenisation proposals News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82435/fca-announces-uk-fund-tokenisation-proposals The regulator is accepting feedback until 21 November on its proposals in the other chapters in the consultation paper. Government Regulation Withers to commence proceedings against Switzerland on behalf of AT1 bondholders; funding discussions with Omni Bridgeway in advanced stages News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82438/withers-to-commence-proceedings-against-switzerland-on-behalf-of-at1-bondholders-funding-discussions-with-omni-bridgeway-in-advanced-stages The firm continues to receive approaches from investors across Asia. Government Regulation Dentons Rodyk highly ranked in ITR World Tax 2026 rankings News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82432/dentons-rodyk-highly-ranked-in-itr-world-tax-2026-rankings This recognition underscores the strength of our tax capabilities, driven by the leadership of Chun Ying and Edmund. Tax Amid Shutdown, Many Taxpayer Deadlines Still Apply News Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82389/amid-shutdown-many-taxpayer-deadlines-still-apply Ms. Meyercord expressed concern about navigating the system without help from the government Tax Maples Group’s Multi-Jurisdictional Tax Teams Recognised by International Tax Review News Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82365/maples-groupamprsquos-multi-jurisdictional-tax-teams-recognised-by-international-tax-review The ITR World Tax guide provides a comprehensive analysis of the world’s leading tax firms Tax UAE signs on to OECD crypto reporting framework News Team Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82309/uae-signs-on-to-oecd-crypto-reporting-framework The system establishes a mechanism for exchanging automatically tax information on crypto asset activities and comes into effect in 2027, with the first exchanges of information expected in 2028. Tax Irish budget offers relief to housebuilding sector News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82269/irish-budget-offers-relief-to-housebuilding-sector “Government is determined to use all policies at our disposal to increase supply and alleviate pressure, so that more people can access a home.” Tax HMRC finds value in ‘big data’ after bringing in extra £4.6billion News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82255/hmrc-finds-value-in-amplsquobig-dataamprsquo-after-bringing-in-extra-amppound46billion HMRC has spent time building up the amount of data sources that it can access and analyse Tax Bermuda Corporate Income Tax: Public Consultation on Proposed Tax Credits News Team Monday, September 29, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82129/bermuda-corporate-income-tax-public-consultation-on-proposed-tax-credits The Government is seeking feedback on the draft legislation and any further guidance needed to support implementation. Tax Baker McKenzie Recognized as Leading Tax Law Firm with 21 Awards at the International Tax Review Awards 2025 News Team Monday, September 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82046/baker-mckenzie-recognized-as-leading-tax-law-firm-with-21-awards-at-the-international-tax-review-awards-2025 Baker McKenzie and its member firms collectively won 21 awards at the International Tax Review Awards 2025, cementing the Firm’s position as a leading law firm for tax services. Tax Italy's 5% VAT rate on art sales and imports: A strategic boost for the art market News Team Friday, September 05, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81878/italyamp039s-5-vat-rate-on-art-sales-and-imports-a-strategic-boost-for-the-art-market Each transaction must therefore be carefully assessed to determine the applicable VAT regime Tax First UK corporate criminal tax prosecution ‘a warning’ to businesses News Team Thursday, September 04, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81854/first-uk-corporate-criminal-tax-prosecution-amplsquoa-warningamprsquo-to-businesses Two corporate criminal tax offences (CCOs) were introduced on 30 September 2017 under the Criminal Finances Act 2017 Tax New IFLR1000 rankings for Ogier's fast-growing team in Ireland News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82439/new-iflr1000-rankings-for-ogieramp039s-fast-growing-team-in-ireland In the last 12 months, Ogier in Ireland has rapidly expanded its financial services offering with a diversified suite of integrated legal and corporate and fiduciary services. Comment, Analysis & Research Uncertainty as the new normal (Chambers Private Equity Global Practice Guide 2025 – Jersey trends and developments) News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82440/uncertainty-as-the-new-normal-chambers-private-equity-global-practice-guide-2025-ampndash-jersey-trends-and-developments Higher cost of capital, significant gaps in valuation expectations and balance sheet pressure led to a significant pull back in M&A activity. Comment, Analysis & Research DLA Piper names 15th class of Krantz Fellows News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82444/dla-piper-names-15th-class-of-krantz-fellows The Krantz Fellowship was created in honor of Sheldon Krantz, a retired DLA Piper partner and founding director of New Perimeter Comment, Analysis & Research Recognition for Norton Rose Fulbright at the IFLR Middle East Awards 2025 News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82448/recognition-for-norton-rose-fulbright-at-the-iflr-middle-east-awards-2025 The award celebrates Norton Rose Fulbright’s work on the first-ever public offer of Sukuk approved by the Saudi Capital Market Authority (CMA) Comment, Analysis & Research Gibson Dunn Ranked in Legal 500 Latin America 2026 News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82454/gibson-dunn-ranked-in-legal-500-latin-america-2026 Gibson Dunn’s Latin America practice provides global legal services to our clients and shows our commitment to this dynamic region. Comment, Analysis & Research Appleby Isle of Man achieves top-tier recognition across all practice areas in 2026 legal directories News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82424/appleby-isle-of-man-achieves-top-tier-recognition-across-all-practice-areas-in-2026-legal-directories The IFLR1000 remains the only international legal market guide dedicated to ranking law firms and lawyers exclusively Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons wins Deal of the Year: Project Finance award at the IFLR Middle East Awards 2025 News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82431/dentons-wins-deal-of-the-year-project-finance-award-at-the-iflr-middle-east-awards-2025 We were delighted to receive this award at this year’s IFLR Middle East Awards Comment, Analysis & Research Baker & Partners celebrates promotions and a new Partner entrant into the 2026 Chambers & Partners UK guide for Offshore Dispute Resolution News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82433/baker-ampamp-partners-celebrates-promotions-and-a-new-partner-entrant-into-the-2026-chambers-ampamp-partners-uk-guide-for-offshore-dispute-resolution The firm is described by clients interviewed during the research process as being a team with “the superb ability to apply technical and legal knowledge with commerciality and pragmatism. Comment, Analysis & Research Private equity investment in law firms presents opportunities and challenges News Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82387/private-equity-investment-in-law-firms-presents-opportunities-and-challenges The potential for client attrition is also an important consideration for investors in the professional services space Comment, Analysis & Research Babbé’s Disputes & Risk team maintains its legal directories rankings News Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82392/babbampeacuteamprsquos-disputes-ampamp-risk-team-maintains-its-legal-directories-rankings Nick Robison said: ‘It was another year of growth for our DR team, led by Todd McGuffin Comment, Analysis & Research 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 Ethical investment - latest for charities on striking the right balance News Team Friday, May 13, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/68241/ethical-investment-latest-for-charities-on-striking-the-right-balance How should charity trustees approach the thorny issue of avoiding investments that conflict with their charity’s purposes whilst at the same time trying to maximise financial returns? This was the dilemma at the heart of a recent High Court ruling Charity & Philanthropy Cayman Islands Foundation Companies for DAOs, Defi and NFTs News Team Thursday, April 07, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67795/cayman-islands-foundation-companies-for-daos-defi-and-nfts One of the most important considerations, as explained further below, is the Cayman Virtual Assets (Service Providers) Act (VASP Act) and how it might impact a project. Charity & Philanthropy 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 EU AML update: solutions for affected Cayman securitisation entities News Team Tuesday, February 08, 2022 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/66946/eu-aml-update-solutions-for-affected-cayman-securitisation-entities Regulations prohibits the establishment of securitisation special purpose entities (SSPEs) in countries listed on the EU AML blacklist Money Laundering and AML 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 Russia Sanctions: Reporting obligations in BVI, Cayman, and Anguilla News Team Wednesday, March 30, 2022 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/67668/russia-sanctions-reporting-obligations-in-bvi-cayman-and-anguilla Bermuda was not included in the UKOTs to which the 2019 Russia-UK Regulations were extended. Offshore and IFC Greenberg Traurig Adds Former TTAB Judge, Bolstering Trademark & IP Practices News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82428/greenberg-traurig-adds-former-ttab-judge-bolstering-trademark-ampamp-ip-practices Myles holds a J.D. from Columbia University School of Law and a B.A., summa cum laude People Moves Digi Power X Appoints Wealth Management Leader Ajay Gupta to its Board of Directors News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82429/digi-power-x-appoints-wealth-management-leader-ajay-gupta-to-its-board-of-directors He currently serves as Principal of Robbins Gupta Holdings, the exclusive family office for Tony Robbins and the Gupta family. People Moves Jane Fraser Elected Chair of Citi's Board of Directors News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82430/jane-fraser-elected-chair-of-citiamp039s-board-of-directors The Board also granted Fraser a one-time equity award, consisting of Restricted Stock Units with a grant-date value of $25 million and 1.055 million Citigroup stock options. People Moves Ropes & Gray Names 21 New Partners News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82436/ropes-ampamp-gray-names-21-new-partners Ropes & Gray’s new partners are go-to advisors for complex, high-stakes matters, building on Ropes & Gray’s strength in private capital, asset management, health care People Moves DLA Piper welcomes Justin Michael to the firm’s Corporate practice News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82437/dla-piper-welcomes-justin-michael-to-the-firmamprsquos-corporate-practice Mr. Michael advises issuers and underwriters on a wide range of derivatives, structured products, and equity-linked securities transactions. People Moves Bolstering our Banking and Finance team with key partner appointment News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82413/bolstering-our-banking-and-finance-team-with-key-partner-appointment Max's arrival is a strategic move to enhance our leveraged finance and private credit capabilities. People Moves Matthew Podolsky Joins as Partner in Sidley’s White Collar Defense and Investigations and Commercial Litigation and Disputes Practices in New York News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82418/matthew-podolsky-joins-as-partner-in-sidleyamprsquos-white-collar-defense-and-investigations-and-commercial-litigation-and-disputes-practices-in-new-york Matt oversaw teams of prosecutors in some of the Office’s most significant cases People Moves Sidley Continues to Grow in Washington, D.C. With Experienced U.S. Economic Sanctions Partner Maura Rezendes News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82419/sidley-continues-to-grow-in-washington-dc-with-experienced-us-economic-sanctions-partner-maura-rezendes Ms. Rezendes advises financial institutions and corporate clients on a wide range of matters People Moves Walkers strengthens Insolvency & Dispute Resolution team with the appointment of Simon Hurry News Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82385/walkers-strengthens-insolvency-ampamp-dispute-resolution-team-with-the-appointment-of-simon-hurry Simon’s appointment reflects our continued commitment to providing clients with market-leading expertise in complex disputes and insolvency matters. People Moves Two more lateral partner hires for Eversheds Sutherland as firm invests further into its Luxemburg practice News Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82393/two-more-lateral-partner-hires-for-eversheds-sutherland-as-firm-invests-further-into-its-luxemburg-practice Sara joins from law firm NautaDutilh, where she was a key member of its Banking & Finance team. Before joining NautaDutilh, Sara spent several years at Arendt & Medernach. People Moves Carey Olsen advises crypto startup Echo on US$375 million acquisition by Coinbase News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82441/carey-olsen-advises-crypto-startup-echo-on-us375-million-acquisition-by-coinbase The platform has since helped to raise more than US$200 million across approximately 300 completed deals. Legal Advice Dentons advises CGI on the acquisition of Comarch Polska News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82442/dentons-advises-cgi-on-the-acquisition-of-comarch-polska The acquisition will accelerate CGI’s expansion in Poland and strengthen its presence in the public sector. Legal Advice Norton Rose Fulbright advises Development Partners International and LeapFrog on major investment in Africa’s Moniepoint News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82446/norton-rose-fulbright-advises-development-partners-international-and-leapfrog-on-major-investment-in-africaamprsquos-moniepoint The fresh capital will be used to accelerate Moniepoint’s next phase of expansion, enhancing its ability to help African businesses and individuals reach their financial goals. Legal Advice Dentons advises Fides Technology on sale to LegalOn Technologies News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82447/dentons-advises-fides-technology-on-sale-to-legalon-technologies The merger will allow the companies to offer an integrated solution for legal departments Legal Advice Hogan Lovells advises Sparkasse Bremen on the financing of the acquisition of a majority stake in MC Shape by Rhein Invest News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82449/hogan-lovells-advises-sparkasse-bremen-on-the-financing-of-the-acquisition-of-a-majority-stake-in-mc-shape-by-rhein-invest Rhein Invest provides professional capital in the German-Dutch market for small and medium-sized enterprises with strong company DNA. Legal Advice Kirkland Advises Oaktree on Launch of Evergreen Direct Lending Strategy and First Close with $2.35 Billion in Committed Capital News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82453/kirkland-advises-oaktree-on-launch-of-evergreen-direct-lending-strategy-and-first-close-with-235-billion-in-committed-capital ODLE will primarily make senior secured loans to sponsor-backed, middle-market U.S. borrowers. Legal Advice Mourant advises on landmark sale of Cimandis warehouse in Guernsey News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82421/mourant-advises-on-landmark-sale-of-cimandis-warehouse-in-guernsey The prominent site, occupied by major food wholesaler Cimandis, represents one of the island’s key logistics hubs. Legal Advice Appleby advises Buyer Consortium on the offshore aspects of privatisation of Bright Scholar News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82406/appleby-advises-buyer-consortium-on-the-offshore-aspects-of-privatisation-of-bright-scholar Appleby served as the offshore legal counsel to the buyer consortium Legal Advice Carey Olsen and Suntera Global support MS Pay’s Jersey VASP registration, strengthening global expansion in stablecoin payments News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82407/carey-olsen-and-suntera-global-support-ms-payamprsquos-jersey-vasp-registration-strengthening-global-expansion-in-stablecoin-payments The Carey Olsen team was led by partner Chris Griffin, assisted by associates Vera Cai and Tshogofatso Dhlamini. Legal Advice Hogan Lovells advises HAEMATO AG News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82411/hogan-lovells-advises-haemato-ag Completion of the transaction is subject to customary antitrust approvals. Legal Advice Hong Kong SAR signals ‘regulatory pivot’ on technology News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82427/hong-kong-sar-signals-amplsquoregulatory-pivotamprsquo-on-technology The framework will need to address operator licensing, safety certification, insurance cover, liability for accidents, and data protection where aircraft capture images or location data. FinTech Latham & Watkins Represents Coinbase in Acquisition of Echo News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82409/latham-ampamp-watkins-represents-coinbase-in-acquisition-of-echo Multidisciplinary team supports the cryptocurrency platform in its purchase of the onchain private investment platform. FinTech UK cyber watchdog sounds preparation warning after sharp rise in significant attacks News Team Monday, October 20, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82373/uk-cyber-watchdog-sounds-preparation-warning-after-sharp-rise-in-significant-attacks The number of significant cyber attacks doubled in the last year FinTech Acting as Cayman Islands counsel to Pipe Foundation on their official Token Generation Event (TGE) News Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82359/acting-as-cayman-islands-counsel-to-pipe-foundation-on-their-official-token-generation-event-tge The Pipe Network introduces a decentralised content delivery network and storage protocol built on the Solana blockchain FinTech The use of Generative AI in corporate governance and deal advisory News Team Thursday, October 16, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82341/the-use-of-generative-ai-in-corporate-governance-and-deal-advisory These AI-powered capabilities promise to enhance speed, efficiency, and accuracy FinTech ‘AI first’ approach endorsed in new EU strategies News Team Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82308/amplsquoai-firstamprsquo-approach-endorsed-in-new-eu-strategies The first strategy, the ‘apply AI’ strategy, includes sector-specific commitments for industries such as health, manufacturing, defence and energy, as well as pledges with cross-sector relevance. FinTech Burges Salmon strengthens Privacy & Data offering with strategic partner hire in London News Team Monday, October 13, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82294/burges-salmon-strengthens-privacy-ampamp-data-offering-with-strategic-partner-hire-in-london His arrival will further enhance the firm’s ability to support clients who are navigating digital transformation, data governance, AI, cyber security and emerging technologies. FinTech Fintech Laws and Regulations British Virgin Islands 2025 News Team Friday, October 10, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82280/fintech-laws-and-regulations-british-virgin-islands-2025 The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is recognised across the globe as a leading offshore financial centre which, as at the end of Q4 of 2024, had over 355,000 business companies on the Register of Companies. FinTech Latham & Watkins Recognized by 2025 TMT Finance Awards USA for Data Center Deal of the Year News Team Friday, October 10, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82290/latham-ampamp-watkins-recognized-by-2025-tmt-finance-awards-usa-for-data-center-deal-of-the-year Firm also ranked top Digital Infra Legal Advisor by Value at annual awards celebrating digital infrastructure dealmaking and investment. FinTech DFSA launches consultation over new DIFC crypto token rules News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82265/dfsa-launches-consultation-over-new-difc-crypto-token-rules The move comes just days after the Financial Services Regulatory Authority in the Abu Dhabi Global Market revealed revamped rules for fiat-pegged crypto tokens. FinTech Employers urged to prepare as UK government ramps up clean energy jobs plan News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82416/employers-urged-to-prepare-as-uk-government-ramps-up-clean-energy-jobs-plan The plan also covers extending employment rights to certain offshore workers Planet SOS Caroline May, Partner and EMEA Head of Environment, Health & Safety, recognised as a 'UK Green Ambassador' by The Legal 500 News Team Monday, October 20, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82378/caroline-may-partner-and-emea-head-of-environment-health-ampamp-safety-recognised-as-a-amp039uk-green-ambassadoramp039-by-the-legal-500 Caroline already plays a pivotal role in driving our firm's sustainability agenda Planet SOS Groundbreaking housing retrofit pilot ‘shows actual data should inform works’ News Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82361/groundbreaking-housing-retrofit-pilot-amplsquoshows-actual-data-should-inform-worksamprsquo Despite the findings from the pilot, Daniels acknowledged that there are challenges for Senze in persuading portfolio owners to adopt a measured data approach to improving the energy performance of their assets. Planet SOS Shoosmiths purchases high-integrity carbon removals with Carbonaires to account for residual operational emissions News Team Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82307/shoosmiths-purchases-high-integrity-carbon-removals-with-carbonaires-to-account-for-residual-operational-emissions Shoosmiths’ approach demonstrates its commitment to science-based climate action and responsible investment in solutions that deliver both environmental and social value. Planet SOS Hogan Lovells deals recognised at the IJGlobal ESG Awards 2025 News Team Monday, October 13, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82293/hogan-lovells-deals-recognised-at-the-ijglobal-esg-awards-2025 Hogan Lovells advised BNP Paribas on the financing of the construction of the floating solar power plant at Gravières de l'Arroux by Verso Energy. Planet SOS Shaping the Future of Energy: Hogan Lovells advises Terra One on the €150m mezzanine financing for Battery Energy Storage Systems News Team Thursday, September 18, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82022/shaping-the-future-of-energy-hogan-lovells-advises-terra-one-on-the-ampeuro150m-mezzanine-financing-for-battery-energy-storage-systems Hogan Lovells provided Terra One with comprehensive advice on the financing and corporate aspects of the transaction. Planet SOS Gowling WLG secures Top 10 rankings in Inspiratia’s H1 2025 Legal Adviser League Tables News Team Monday, September 08, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81893/gowling-wlg-secures-top-10-rankings-in-inspiratiaamprsquos-h1-2025-legal-adviser-league-tables Over the past six months, our team advised on major transactions across the energy transition sector Planet SOS Rapid growth of Australian data centres ‘requires further investment in clean energy’ News Team Wednesday, September 03, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81835/rapid-growth-of-australian-data-centres-amplsquorequires-further-investment-in-clean-energyamprsquo The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has created a separate data centre category in its electricity forecasting models. Planet SOS New plan charts path forward for Victoria’s renewable energy transition News Team Tuesday, August 26, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81732/new-plan-charts-path-forward-for-victoriaamprsquos-renewable-energy-transition Under proposed reforms, VicGrid will be responsible for coordinating the procurement of VTP transmission projects. Planet SOS European Green Bonds and Luxembourg’s role in shaping sustainable finance News Team Tuesday, August 19, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81664/european-green-bonds-and-luxembourgamprsquos-role-in-shaping-sustainable-finance Europe’s shift from voluntary principles to the legally binding European Green Bonds label has cemented its status as the reference point for global sustainable finance. Planet SOS Domestic abuse: exceptional or everyday? News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82450/domestic-abuse-exceptional-or-everyday Domestic abuse is an everyday issue, so the everyday culture needs to be one of listening to Court Cases New public access to court documents pilot to start in January 2026 News Team Friday, October 24, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82451/new-public-access-to-court-documents-pilot-to-start-in-january-2026 As a general rule, documents must be filed within 14 days Court Cases Hong Kong Court clarifies adequacy of notice via SMS in arbitrations News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82417/hong-kong-court-clarifies-adequacy-of-notice-via-sms-in-arbitrations The court, however, expressed caution over the potential shortcomings of using SMS. Court Cases Carey Olsen obtains significant judgment in the BVI Commercial Court for Access Bank plc News Team Thursday, October 16, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82332/carey-olsen-obtains-significant-judgment-in-the-bvi-commercial-court-for-access-bank-plc The decision is a further example of Carey Olsen's established track record in complex cross-border disputes and its commitment to delivering results for its valued clients. Court Cases Charles Russell Speechlys acts in landmark Greensill trial – pyrrhic victory for Credit Suisse as no relief granted against Softbank News Team Wednesday, October 15, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82326/charles-russell-speechlys-acts-in-landmark-greensill-trial-ampndash-pyrrhic-victory-for-credit-suisse-as-no-relief-granted-against-softbank The decision is a notable example of where the Court has established that the test was satisfied but ultimately declined to award a remedy Court Cases Hong Kong court backs SMS as valid notice in arbitration hearings when delivered properly News Team Tuesday, October 14, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82315/hong-kong-court-backs-sms-as-valid-notice-in-arbitration-hearings-when-delivered-properly The borrower then challenged the enforcement of the award, citing, among various other arguments, that proper notice of arbitration had not been given as dictated by the HKAS arbitration rules. Court Cases Securing the BVI's first recorded judgment on an interim damages order under part 17 of the CPR. News Team Friday, October 10, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82275/securing-the-bviamp039s-first-recorded-judgment-on-an-interim-damages-order-under-part-17-of-the-cpr The Court of Appeal dismissed the appellants' appeal against a US$16.5m interim damages order Court Cases Australia’s dispute resolution reputation on the line following long-running legal saga News Team Monday, October 06, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82214/australiaamprsquos-dispute-resolution-reputation-on-the-line-following-long-running-legal-saga The decision highlights the difficulty in bringing claims for procedural fairness and bias. Court Cases DRC appeal ruling puts arbitration spotlight on France and New York Convention News Team Thursday, October 02, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82182/drc-appeal-ruling-puts-arbitration-spotlight-on-france-and-new-york-convention The court pointed to long-standing case-law dated 2 May 1966 that this prohibition is not applicable to international contracts concluded as per international trade usages. Court Cases BVI Court of Appeal: Statutory demands and contractual compliance News Team Tuesday, September 30, 2025 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82145/bvi-court-of-appeal-statutory-demands-and-contractual-compliance The Commercial Court noted that the maturity of the Notes meant that Geminis was obliged to pay the debt, and the absence of a default notice did not negate this obligation. Court Cases