Managers of Wealth - Legal http://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:57:27 BST part of MediaG8way Group http://legal.managersofwealth.com/ http://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP Singapore Partners recognised in ABLJ'S A-list Singapore 2026 News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84125/singapore-partners-recognised-in-abljamp039s-a-list-singapore-2026 This accolade highlights Tom and Suzanne’s ability to provide sophisticated legal advice in an increasingly complex cross-border environment. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Ogier wins Offshore Law Firm of the year at WealthBriefing European Awards for fifth time News Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84062/ogier-wins-offshore-law-firm-of-the-year-at-wealthbriefing-european-awards-for-fifth-time “This is a fantastic achievement for the specialists in our Trusts Advisory Group and truly reflects the quality of our work.” Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Ogier’s Matt Guthrie recognised in eprivateclient’s Most Influential ranking News Team Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84029/ogieramprsquos-matt-guthrie-recognised-in-eprivateclientamprsquos-most-influential-ranking Matt often designs and implements cross border structures, to restructure existing trusts and to advise trustees in relation to complex matters and disputes. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Structures for the Great Wealth Transfer: comparing family succession vehicles News Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83971/structures-for-the-great-wealth-transfer-comparing-family-succession-vehicles Both structures separate the ownership and control of those assets, but do so in different ways. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Ogier lawyers triumph at Citywealth Powerwomen Awards News Team Friday, March 06, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83901/ogier-lawyers-triumph-at-citywealth-powerwomen-awards The Citywealth Powerwomen Awards recognise outstanding women, their allies and firms from across the globe that actively promote inclusion, leadership and progress in the industry. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Bedell Cristin Co-Global Managing Partner Nancy Chien named again in eprivateclient's "Most Influential" list News Team Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83748/bedell-cristin-co-global-managing-partner-nancy-chien-named-again-in-eprivateclientamp039s-ampquotmost-influentialampquot-list Nancy is one of just four offshore lawyers included in eprivateclient's "Most Influential" list, which recognises the 70 key players in international private client work. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office 13 Carey Olsen lawyers named among top private client advisers in Private Client Global Elite Directory News Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83715/13-carey-olsen-lawyers-named-among-top-private-client-advisers-in-private-client-global-elite-directory Partner Keith Dixon (Jersey) features in the Private Global Excellence category. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Ogier expands 2026 Private Client Global Elite recognition News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83702/ogier-expands-2026-private-client-global-elite-recognition 18 Ogier lawyers have been included, the highest number of all the listed offshore firms. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Cayman Islands private wealth solutions for Latin American high net worth families News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83629/cayman-islands-private-wealth-solutions-for-latin-american-high-net-worth-families A Cayman discretionary trust helps settlors bypass rigid inheritance rules Wealth, Trusts and Family Office The increasing popularity of Cayman Islands foundation companies for family offices and PTC structures News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83637/the-increasing-popularity-of-cayman-islands-foundation-companies-for-family-offices-and-ptc-structures The flexibility of FCs means that careful planning must be carried out when designing the constitution and bylaws. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Withers successfully represents Mexico before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84236/withers-successfully-represents-mexico-before-the-international-tribunal-for-the-law-of-the-sea Withers worked closely with Mexico’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to resolve the dispute and achieve a favorable outcome for Mexico. Government Regulation Dentons Canada and IGNITE Atlantic partner to support entrepreneurs across rural Nova Scotia News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84224/dentons-canada-and-ignite-atlantic-partner-to-support-entrepreneurs-across-rural-nova-scotia The partnership also includes collaborative events, networking opportunities, and shared visibility initiatives that will connect Dentons professionals with entrepreneurs and innovators across the IGNITE network. Government Regulation Jersey Mutual Insurance Society (Transfer) (Jersey) Law 2026 now in force News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84203/jersey-mutual-insurance-society-transfer-jersey-law-2026-now-in-force The Law enables the transfer of the entire business of Jersey Mutual to Jersey Mutual Insurance Society Limited Government Regulation PFAS ban ‘would raise challenges for industry’ News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84206/pfas-ban-amplsquowould-raise-challenges-for-industryamprsquo Products or materials benefiting from a derogation from a general ban would still face strict controls, according to the proposals put forward by the two committees. Government Regulation CMA increases consumer law compliance scrutiny News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84207/cma-increases-consumer-law-compliance-scrutiny The CMA said it will undertake some initial information and evidence gathering between now and the autumn before providing an update on the case Government Regulation Take privates of listed groups with a Guernsey captive insurer – key points News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84185/take-privates-of-listed-groups-with-a-guernsey-captive-insurer-ampndash-key-points This sustained success has translated into a steady flow of instructions for us of transactions involving Guernsey insurance structures, particularly captive insurers. Government Regulation Accessing beneficial ownership information in the BVI: the new "legitimate interest" regime News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84187/accessing-beneficial-ownership-information-in-the-bvi-the-new-ampquotlegitimate-interestampquot-regime The purpose of this legislative update is to ensure the BVI remains a leading and compliant jurisdiction, while also protecting privacy of individuals. Government Regulation Scotland’s heat network licencing regime to be streamlined News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84190/scotlandamprsquos-heat-network-licencing-regime-to-be-streamlined The Scottish Government has launched a new consultation on plans to introduce new licensing for network operators Government Regulation Client alert: Update on IEEPA tariff refunds News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84192/client-alert-update-on-ieepa-tariff-refunds This alert clarifies how affected parties can claim refunds for the IEEPA tariffs and what to expect going forward. Government Regulation Australia tightens merger rules from April as ACCC thresholds expand News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84170/australia-tightens-merger-rules-from-april-as-accc-thresholds-expand These changes split partial asset acquisitions into two categories: ‘large acquirers’ and ‘very large acquirers’. Government Regulation Barbados Strengthens Ties with Hong Kong with new Double Tax Agreement News Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84087/barbados-strengthens-ties-with-hong-kong-with-new-double-tax-agreement From a business perspective, DTAs go beyond just being technical tax tools, they are vital enablers for international investment for both named jurisdictions. Tax Pre-IPO US tax planning for US founders of companies seeking to list in Hong Kong News Team Friday, March 20, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84056/pre-ipo-us-tax-planning-for-us-founders-of-companies-seeking-to-list-in-hong-kong US tax residents remain subject to US federal income tax on worldwide income regardless of residence Tax Charitable gifts in Wills – the 'hidden' new inheritance tax ('IHT') trap News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83990/charitable-gifts-in-wills-ampndash-the-amp039hiddenamp039-new-inheritance-tax-amp039ihtamp039-trap Wills which contain such gifts should therefore be reviewed and changed, either to specify named registered charity recipients or to include a time limit for making the selection. Tax Considerations in Tax Refund Litigation News Team Monday, March 09, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83909/considerations-in-tax-refund-litigation They outline the key challenges taxpayers are facing Tax Irish Lessors fly free of Indian tax News Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83716/irish-lessors-fly-free-of-indian-tax The IATA's ruling resulted in greater certainty of application of the IIDTT to leasing arrangements between Irish companies and Indian lessees Tax Paul Hastings Adds Premier Tax Partner From Band 1 Practice in London News Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83689/paul-hastings-adds-premier-tax-partner-from-band-1-practice-in-london Paul Hastings LLP announced today that Alicia Osei has joined as a tax partner in London, further strengthening the firm’s London and global tax platform and expanding its capabilities to guide clients through complex strategic M&A, private equi Tax Finance Bill 2025 - 2026: Changes to charity tax News Team Tuesday, February 03, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83529/finance-bill-2025-2026-changes-to-charity-tax The changes are intended to close or correct what the government considered to be minor loopholes or aberrations in the current regime. Tax Global Tax Deal Sparks Fear U.S. Law Will Be Tougher to Change News Team Wednesday, January 28, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83460/global-tax-deal-sparks-fear-us-law-will-be-tougher-to-change Mr. Odintz echoed these concerns, pointing to questions circulating in the tax community about how the agreement could place constraints on U.S. tax law. Tax Luxembourg’s New Carried Interest Tax Regime Formally Adopted and Effective as of 2026 News Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83416/luxembourgamprsquos-new-carried-interest-tax-regime-formally-adopted-and-effective-as-of-2026 The new regime sets out a very attractive tax framework Tax Luxembourg to reform carried interest tax News Team Monday, January 26, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83421/luxembourg-to-reform-carried-interest-tax The new carried interest tax regime will apply regardless of the AIF’s legal form. Tax Ogier's "seamless" Dubai team praised in Legal 500 EMEA 2026 News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84204/ogieramp039s-ampquotseamlessampquot-dubai-team-praised-in-legal-500-emea-2026 Practice partner David Welford is recognised as a Leading Partner for his work on financial disputes, asset freezing and disclosure orders. Comment, Analysis & Research Mayer Brown partner Tony Weibell named a 2026 "Leading Commercial Litigator" by Daily Journal News Team Thursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84208/mayer-brown-partner-tony-weibell-named-a-2026-ampquotleading-commercial-litigatorampquot-by-daily-journal Based in Mayer Brown’s Northern California office, Tony serves as a go-to litigator for premier technology companies Comment, Analysis & Research Six Baker McKenzie Articles Nominated for 2026 Antitrust Writing Awards News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84173/six-baker-mckenzie-articles-nominated-for-2026-antitrust-writing-awards Two articles announced as winners in Europe, Latin America categories Comment, Analysis & Research Gilson Gray finalist law firm of the year News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84174/gilson-gray-finalist-law-firm-of-the-year This year’s shortlist features some of the most recognisable and influential names in British and global business Comment, Analysis & Research Alarm bells: Almost 60% of ASX200 chairs see chairing a private capital board as more appealing than listed role - HSF Kramer survey News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84176/alarm-bells-almost-60-of-asx200-chairs-see-chairing-a-private-capital-board-as-more-appealing-than-listed-role-hsf-kramer-survey The survey paints a picture of chairs who are deeply committed to their roles Comment, Analysis & Research Celebrating 25 years in Europe News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84177/celebrating-25-years-in-europe The growth in scale of our European business has been phenomenal. Comment, Analysis & Research Luxembourg office celebrates successful results in the latest European legal directories News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84179/luxembourg-office-celebrates-successful-results-in-the-latest-european-legal-directories In Chambers and Partners Europe 2026, which published last week, Partner Saniyé Tipirdamaz was also ranked as Up and Coming in Banking and Finance. Comment, Analysis & Research Stephenson Harwood opens new doors in Athens and celebrates 30 years in Greece News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84183/stephenson-harwood-opens-new-doors-in-athens-and-celebrates-30-years-in-greece The recent launch event at the new Athens office brought together distinguished guests Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons ranks among top 20 arbitration firms worldwide in GAR30 2026 News Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84155/dentons-ranks-among-top-20-arbitration-firms-worldwide-in-gar30-2026 Dentons’ International Arbitration practice is made up of more than 500 dedicated lawyers Comment, Analysis & Research Bird & Bird recognised for the 16th consecutive year in Global Arbitration Review’s “GAR 100” list News Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84159/bird-ampamp-bird-recognised-for-the-16th-consecutive-year-in-global-arbitration-reviewamprsquos-ampldquogar-100amprdquo-list This recognition also reinforces the depth of our global capabilities 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 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 Eversheds Sutherland targets funds finance growth with key appointment News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84233/eversheds-sutherland-targets-funds-finance-growth-with-key-appointment Her hire reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to attracting top-tier talent capable of driving growth in key strategic areas. People Moves Appleby Announces New Leadership Appointments and Promotions in the British Virgin Islands News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84235/appleby-announces-new-leadership-appointments-and-promotions-in-the-british-virgin-islands These appointments mark an important step in strengthening Appleby’s leadership in one of the world’s most sophisticated international financial centres. People Moves Law firm Stephenson Harwood LLP has strengthened its Middle East insurance disputes practice News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84239/law-firm-stephenson-harwood-llp-has-strengthened-its-middle-east-insurance-disputes-practice Richard provides comprehensive legal support, extending beyond coverage disputes in both marine and non-marine spaces People Moves Ropes & Gray Strengthens Cybersecurity, Data and Enforcement Capabilities with Addition of Maya Song News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84240/ropes-ampamp-gray-strengthens-cybersecurity-data-and-enforcement-capabilities-with-addition-of-maya-song Earlier in her career, Maya was a litigation attorney at two other AmLaw 100 firms People Moves Latham Strengthens Securities and M&A Litigation Practice With Prominent Litigator News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84241/latham-strengthens-securities-and-mampampa-litigation-practice-with-prominent-litigator Lightdale brings extensive experience in M&A litigation, securities class actions, and complex commercial disputes. People Moves Appleby Bermuda Celebrates Six Promotions, Recognising Standout Legal Talent News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84217/appleby-bermuda-celebrates-six-promotions-recognising-standout-legal-talent Promotions across Partner, Counsel and Senior Associate roles People Moves Eric Flaye Returns to the British Virgin Islands as Head of Funds and Regulatory News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84218/eric-flaye-returns-to-the-british-virgin-islands-as-head-of-funds-and-regulatory Eric’s return further strengthens Conyers’ BVI regulatory and funds offering People Moves Conyers Announces 2026 Global Promotions News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84219/conyers-announces-2026-global-promotions It is a pleasure to recognise the promotion of members of our legal team People Moves Holland & Knight Grows Real Estate Section in Nashville with Addition of Erica Garrison News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84226/holland-ampamp-knight-grows-real-estate-section-in-nashville-with-addition-of-erica-garrison Ms. Garrison has more than two decades of experience advising on complex entitlement, municipal regulatory and government affairs matters across Nashville and Middle Tennessee People Moves Eversheds Sutherland targets funds finance growth with key appointment News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84230/eversheds-sutherland-targets-funds-finance-growth-with-key-appointment Her arrival reiterates the firm’s wider Corporate Finance group’s ambition to further build out a market-leading funds finance practice, with Linn set to play a central role in leading and growing the offering. People Moves Carey Olsen advises CoinShares on US$1.2 billion SPAC merger and Nasdaq listing News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84234/carey-olsen-advises-coinshares-on-us12-billion-spac-merger-and-nasdaq-listing CoinShares manages around US$6 billion in assets and offers services in ETFs, active strategies, and on-chain management. Legal Advice Dentons advises lead managers on Passerinvest’s bond issuance and exchange offer News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84237/dentons-advises-lead-managers-on-passerinvestamprsquos-bond-issuance-and-exchange-offer The debt obligations under the bonds are secured by a guarantee from Passerinvest Group, a.s. Concurrently with the issuance Legal Advice Hogan Lovells advises Bell Partners on acquisition by Sun Life Financial News Team Wednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84238/hogan-lovells-advises-bell-partners-on-acquisition-by-sun-life-financial The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2026 Legal Advice Linklaters advises Japan Post Insurance on strategic partnership with Ashmore Group News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84221/linklaters-advises-japan-post-insurance-on-strategic-partnership-with-ashmore-group This strategic partnership is intended to capitalise on growth opportunities in emerging markets Legal Advice DLA Piper advises Africinvest News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84222/dla-piper-advises-africinvest VPS is one of Morocco’s leading licensed payment institutions Legal Advice Three Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer EMEA lawyers honoured in Law.com International's Rising Stars of African M&A list 2026 News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84225/three-herbert-smith-freehills-kramer-emea-lawyers-honoured-in-lawcom-internationalamp039s-rising-stars-of-african-mampampa-list-2026 The firm was the most represented among those recognised. Legal Advice Norton Rose Fulbright advises Soluna on wind farm acquisition News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84227/norton-rose-fulbright-advises-soluna-on-wind-farm-acquisition The Briscoe Wind Farm powers Project Dorothy, a green data center developed, owned and operated by Soluna. Legal Advice Dechert Advises Court Square Capital Partners on Acquisition of CallTower News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84228/dechert-advises-court-square-capital-partners-on-acquisition-of-calltower Dechert advised Court Square and Kodiak on the sale. Legal Advice Seven Freshfields Partners Selected for Law360’s 2026 Editorial Boards News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84229/seven-freshfields-partners-selected-for-law360amprsquos-2026-editorial-boards The editorial boards provide feedback on Law360's coverage and expert insight on how best to shape future coverage. Legal Advice Clifford Chance advises Instone on launch of joint venture with Urban Partners News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84231/clifford-chance-advises-instone-on-launch-of-joint-venture-with-urban-partners The project addresses the continuing high demand for modern living space in the Bavarian capital. Construction is scheduled to begin in the third quarter of 2026. Legal Advice Australian government unveils prioritised support for ‘national interest’ data centres News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84220/australian-government-unveils-prioritised-support-for-amplsquonational-interestamprsquo-data-centres Data Centres Australia has publicly supported the framework’s intent, but has highlighted several shortcomings FinTech South African data breach highlights need for effective incident response News Team Tuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84223/south-african-data-breach-highlights-need-for-effective-incident-response Notices can be sent to the affected data subjects by post, email, or published on the responsible party’s website or in the media. FinTech Generative AI and legal privilege: What boards need to know News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84193/generative-ai-and-legal-privilege-what-boards-need-to-know Directors are being asked to balance the gains associated with generative AI against legal and regulatory risk. FinTech Block by Block: CSSF clarifies Crypto-Assets Framework for Luxembourg Funds News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84194/block-by-block-cssf-clarifies-crypto-assets-framework-for-luxembourg-funds The CSSF has not changed its position with regard to AIFs investing in target funds with underlying crypto-assets. FinTech Caveats to national security block on telecoms components, says CJEU Advocate General News Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84156/caveats-to-national-security-block-on-telecoms-components-says-cjeu-advocate-general The advocate general first said that measures to ensure the security of telecommunications networks generally fall within the scope of the EECC. FinTech Technology, trust, and provenance in art News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84123/technology-trust-and-provenance-in-art Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly marketed as a tool for verifying authenticity or assisting with valuation, using image analysis, pattern recognition, and large datasets. FinTech Data centre projects in Ireland face legal challenge impact News Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84104/data-centre-projects-in-ireland-face-legal-challenge-impact In December 2025, the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) published an updated connection policy for ‘large energy users’ FinTech Crypto Meets Matrimony: New York Updates Divorce Financial Forms to Catch Up With the Digital Economy News Team Wednesday, March 25, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84105/crypto-meets-matrimony-new-york-updates-divorce-financial-forms-to-catch-up-with-the-digital-economy Digital wallets, exchanges, account identifiers, and even custody details (who controls the private keys) may need to be disclosed, similar to how a bank account would be listed. FinTech Guide to Responsible Use of AI in Sport News Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84077/guide-to-responsible-use-of-ai-in-sport Australia’s high performance sports system has a proud history of being one of the world’s most innovative. FinTech The UK AI policy pivot signalled by new copyright reports News Team Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84049/the-uk-ai-policy-pivot-signalled-by-new-copyright-reports The government noted that much of the AI training that happens takes place in other jurisdictions FinTech Taiwan announces new offshore wind auction News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84191/taiwan-announces-new-offshore-wind-auction “This move supports project financing and reduces development risk.” Planet SOS WA wind farm agreements ‘major boost’ for state’s renewable energy industry News Team Monday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84158/wa-wind-farm-agreements-amplsquomajor-boostamprsquo-for-stateamprsquos-renewable-energy-industry This announcement demonstrates a significant step forward in Western Australia’s push towards a cleaner energy future Planet SOS ESG engagement and litigation in the UK: what’s changing? News Team Friday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84140/esg-engagement-and-litigation-in-the-uk-whatamprsquos-changing The trajectory of ESG litigation and regulation is clear: greater scrutiny, stronger enforcement and higher stakes. Planet SOS Transition finance represents a $9 trillion opportunity to accelerate global decarbonisation News Team Wednesday, March 11, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83947/transition-finance-represents-a-9-trillion-opportunity-to-accelerate-global-decarbonisation Addleshaw Goddard’s report emphasises that this investment cannot come from governments alone. Planet SOS Restoring Rivers: Hogan Lovells supports The Rivers Trust in multi-year shared value partnership News Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83838/restoring-rivers-hogan-lovells-supports-the-rivers-trust-in-multi-year-shared-value-partnership This partnership builds on our ambitions to advance progress towards the UN Sustainable Development Goals Planet SOS ESG investing in offshore trusts: Unlocking flexibility in the BVI and Cayman Islands News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83701/esg-investing-in-offshore-trusts-unlocking-flexibility-in-the-bvi-and-cayman-islands Offshore trust legislation allows trustees to delegate investment and management responsibilities, empowering families to directly pursue ESG investments. Planet SOS Mayer Brown’s Global Energy Group named a 2025 “Practice Group of the Year” by Law360 News Team Tuesday, February 03, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83524/mayer-brownamprsquos-global-energy-group-named-a-2025-ampldquopractice-group-of-the-yearamprdquo-by-law360 Mayer Brown’s Energy practice brings decades of experience across the oil, natural gas, LNG, and power sectors. Planet SOS Victorian government announces August offshore wind auction News Team Thursday, January 29, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83467/victorian-government-announces-august-offshore-wind-auction The design of the auction is yet to be released, but will be announced following consultation with the offshore wind energy industry. Planet SOS Sustainability, supply chain and ESG: climate change challenges to consider for 2026 News Team Tuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83446/sustainability-supply-chain-and-esg-climate-change-challenges-to-consider-for-2026 In the EU and UK, legislative developments providing for regulatory oversight of ESG ratings will help to promote transparency around methodologies Planet SOS Consultation on NSW hybrid renewable project agreement opens News Team Friday, January 23, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83401/consultation-on-nsw-hybrid-renewable-project-agreement-opens The proposed hybrid LTESA would sit alongside the existing Generation LTESA designed for stand-alone generation projects Planet SOS The challenges of waiving a ground for annulment in French courts News Team Tuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84182/the-challenges-of-waiving-a-ground-for-annulment-in-french-courts To favour the efficiency of arbitration, under French arbitration law, parties cannot refrain from raising arguments before an arbitral tribunal Court Cases Tribunal issues landmark decision on disability discrimination and unfair dismissal in Guernsey News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84127/tribunal-issues-landmark-decision-on-disability-discrimination-and-unfair-dismissal-in-guernsey The tribunal found she had a disability under the Ordinance, and that the employer was aware of her disability, but concluded no discrimination occurred. Court Cases DLA Piper wins key ruling for TransPerfect, significantly narrowing federal class action News Team Thursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84130/dla-piper-wins-key-ruling-for-transperfect-significantly-narrowing-federal-class-action The court granted DLA Piper’s motion to dismiss in substantial part Court Cases Wave of Lawsuits Targets 401(k)s Using American Century TDFs News Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84092/wave-of-lawsuits-targets-401ks-using-american-century-tdfs Mr. Wozniak discussed why fiduciary review of TDFs must take into account each fund's structure Court Cases Hong Kong SAR court halts ‘fraud arbitration’, confirming strict limits on reopening awards News Team Tuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84099/hong-kong-sar-court-halts-amplsquofraud-arbitrationamprsquo-confirming-strict-limits-on-reopening-awards The court held that CNG also failed to establish the high threshold for a fraud-based set aside claim by citing unreliable whistleblower evidence Court Cases Bermuda Case Insights: Re Bittrex Global (Bermuda) Ltd (In Liquidation) News Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84070/bermuda-case-insights-re-bittrex-global-bermuda-ltd-in-liquidation The judgment confirms, for the first time at appellate level in Bermuda Court Cases Who guards the protectors and appointors? Powers and conflicts in Hong Kong trusts News Team Monday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84083/who-guards-the-protectors-and-appointors-powers-and-conflicts-in-hong-kong-trusts The judgment provides valuable guidance on the role of such power holders in Hong Kong law-governed trusts and underscores the importance of trust planning to mitigate the risk of disputes. Court Cases Need for broader protections highlighted as judge makes first SLAPP ruling under ECCTA News Team Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84010/need-for-broader-protections-highlighted-as-judge-makes-first-slapp-ruling-under-eccta "The judgment is noteworthy as this was the first SLAPP strike-out application under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023,” she explained. Court Cases Supreme Court of Victoria scrutinises hybrid arbitration clause for the first time News Team Monday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83988/supreme-court-of-victoria-scrutinises-hybrid-arbitration-clause-for-the-first-time The Supreme Court held it was “inconceivable” that commercially experienced parties with legal advice were unaware of the structural differences between the ICC and the Resolution Institute Court Cases Bird & Bird secures landmark ruling for Fender protecting iconic Stratocaster® design News Team Friday, March 13, 2026 12:00 am http://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/83985/bird-ampamp-bird-secures-landmark-ruling-for-fender-protecting-iconic-stratocasterampreg-design The case involved electric guitars offered by a China-based manufacturer Court Cases