07/01/2021
Climate Change: amendments to Guernsey's Finance Sector Code of Corporate Governance
This amendment to the Code was consulted on as part of the Commission’s Spring Green Consultation, issued on 11 March 2021.
Legal Advice
07/01/2021
Constructive Trusts of Immovable Property – Guernsey and Jersey Law’s Differing Paths
Although English decisions are not legally binding in either Jersey or the Bailiwick of Guernsey they are likely to carry considerable weight and will often be regarded as “persuasive”.
06/30/2021
Oil trading in Ecuador: Office of the Attorney General of Switzerland opens investigation
The Swiss investigation aims to clarify whether in relation to this complex of facts any offences could have been committed on Swiss soil.
06/30/2021
Harneys advises on KANZHUN LIMITED and TIAN RUIXIANG Holdings
Proceeds from the Offering will be used for opening up new branches; research, development and operational investment on the Company's new Internet insurance center, and general working capital.
06/30/2021
Wills and estates in the Cayman Islands
If a person owns Cayman Islands assets in their name, whether real estate, shares in a Cayman Islands company or money in a Cayman bank account, then the preparation of a Cayman Islands will is likely to be in their best interests.
06/30/2021
Duo of decisions reaffirming the Duomatic principle: A closer look at the Ciban and Satyam cases
The Duomatic principle is a principle derived from English case law whereby a company's shareholders can informally give approval through unanimous consent, rather than abiding by the strict formalities.
06/29/2021
Ashurst’s M&A team sees two deal mandates in Abu Dhabi close
A new venture set up in Abu Dhabi Global Markets.
06/29/2021
Freshfields advises Lloyd’s of London
The new and unique structure will also provide increased protection for Lloyd’s customers and the market against severe tail end events and further improve the quality and financial strength of Lloyd’s balance sheet.
06/29/2021
Latham & Watkins Advises Rayner on Investment from CVC Capital Partners
London corporate team represents UK’s leading ophthalmology business in the transaction.
06/28/2021
Appleby Advises Perwyn on 'Internet of Things' Acquisition from JT
Its unique jurisdictional reach means that Appleby is able to advise clients on complex, cross-border transactions involving the offshore jurisdictions that are most often encountered.
06/28/2021
Celebrating Major Milestones in London and the Channel Islands
Jack Boldarin: London was our first international office outside of the Cayman Islands 20 years ago because we believed then, as we do now, that being a leading player in London is vital to our global client base.
06/28/2021
Dentons advises Ahli United Bank K.S.C.P. on their US$600 million Tier 1 sukuk issuance and the tender offer for their US$200 million capital certificates
The issuance was dual listed on the regulated market of Euronext Dublin and on Nasdaq Dubai, and was offered to sophisticated investors outside the US in reliance on Regulation S under the US Securities Act 1933.
06/28/2021
Harry and Meghan’s approach to the media shows that the younger generation are taking control of their image
The preferred route for Meghan and Harry in the face of negative or unwanted media attention seems to be to reach for the writ
06/28/2021
White & Case Advises AIIB on Anchor Investment in US$401 Million Infrastructure Securitization
Five classes of investment grade IABS were offered, including a US$120 million senior sustainable class
06/28/2021
16 BCLP lawyers recognized in "Best Lawyers in Germany"
We are very pleased that 14 BCLP lawyers in seven practice areas have been recognized for their special expertise:
06/28/2021
Supply Chain Due Diligence for Human Rights and Environmental Harm: Germany and UK compared
Legal measures are increasing pressure on businesses to address ESG issues in their supply chains: We compare developments in Germany with the status in the UK
06/25/2021
Harneys advises on Lakeshore Acquisition
This is the third IPO Lily and Raymond have advised on together this month.
06/25/2021
Allens advises Vocus Group
The acquisition was approved by Vocus shareholders and the Supreme Court of New South Wales this week.
06/25/2021
Carey Olsen named best offshore law firm by eprivateclient
The award win follows in the footsteps of Carey Olsen's trusts and private wealth practice maintaining its Tier 1 listing in the 2021 edition of eprivateclient's Top Offshore Law Firm rankings, and its back-to-back success in the offshore law fi
06/25/2021
Germany passes reform of lawyers' fees and litigation funding
It provides for lawyers to agree on contingency fees to a greater extent than before or to bear the costs of legal proceedings.