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Family investment companies - The benefits and Jersey considerations

A FIC is highly customisable in nature and allows families to pool their financial assets into the company and make strategic investments

News Appleby Bermuda Advises on USD111M Buttonwood Re Ltd. Catastrophe Bond Issuance, Marking Mangrove’s ILS Market Debut

The transaction was led by Bermuda Managing Partner Brad Adderley

MEPs back tougher foreign direct investment rules for Europe

Paul Williams, investment screening expert with Pinsent Masons, said the revised rules were reflective of an increasing global trend.

President Trump Signs Executive Order on Advanced AI Innovation and Security

Companies that develop frontier AI models, provide cybersecurity services, or operate critical infrastructure will benefit from familiarizing themselves with the EO

Carbon credits could be a ‘net zero silver bullet’, but challenges remain

Carbon credits are often generated, transported and stored in different jurisdictions.

Changes to how directors must disclose interests

For trust businesses, the reduction in administrative burden will be welcome.

Streamlining Companies House ID Verification

In order to ensure an efficient process for future incorporations, we recommend keeping a few things in mind.

Flexibility curtailed but not lost as government consults on zero hours reforms

The government has indicated that it considers the Fair Work Agency (FWA) to be well placed

A new phase of growth for Walkers Professional Services with Walkers and Vitruvian Partners

The co-investment with Vitruvian Partners gives WPS the platform to grow meaningfully in the next stage of its development

Singapore IP holding structures: when form diverges from reality

Singapore offers a coherent and attractive framework for the development, holding and commercialisation of IP as part of their regional and global operations.

Changes to Control of Borrowing Order

On 13 April 2026, the Control of Borrowing (Jersey) Amendment Order 2026 (the Amendment Order) came into force, delivering a first round of targeted reforms.

Pre-approval and notification requirements for changes in ownership of Cayman entities

The documentary requirements differ between CIMA and the DCI, but certain expectations are common.

US Treasury Issues Additional Proposed Regulations Under Section 892 Providing Transitional Relief for Foreign Government Investors

This Legal Update should be read in conjunction with our Prior Alert, which provides a comprehensive discussion of the “Final Regulations ” (T.D. 10042) and the 2025 Proposed Regulations.

Jersey Company Law Series: records, accounts, annual confirmation statement and audit requirements

Each Jersey company must keep accounting records

Why China's new supply chain security laws could create legal complexities for UK and EU businesses

The regulations do not operate in isolation.

Cross-Border Investment: Key Jurisdictions for Japanese Asset Managers and Investors

The Cayman Islands is the leading offshore jurisdiction for investment funds

Luxembourg Corporate Law Reform Enhancing Flexibility in the Incorporation of Private Limited Liability Companies Now in Effect

It is important to note that the deferred payment regime is only available at the time of the SARL's incorporation.

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