Managers of Wealth - Legal https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:18:48 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ https://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP Anthony Partridge on two years of progress with STEP Cayman News Team Wednesday, September 17, 2025 1:00 am https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 The interrelation of family wealth and family offices News Team Wednesday, August 13, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81599/the-interrelation-of-family-wealth-and-family-offices The estimated wealth of families with family offices currently stands at US$5.5 trillion and is expected to grow to US$9.5 trillion by 2030 – a 189% increase. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Family Investment Companies: A solution for long-term wealth preservation News Team Friday, August 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81560/family-investment-companies-a-solution-for-long-term-wealth-preservation A FIC incorporated in the UK will be subject to corporation tax on its profits Wealth, Trusts and Family Office OFSI fine highlights need for timely voluntary disclosure News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82259/ofsi-fine-highlights-need-for-timely-voluntary-disclosure In total, Colorcon was fined £152,750 in relation to 79 payments made in breach of the Russia (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. Government Regulation Appleby Marks 13 Years Leading ILS Convergence and the Bermuda ILS Market News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82267/appleby-marks-13-years-leading-ils-convergence-and-the-bermuda-ils-market Appleby is proud to be the lead trusted legal adviser for ILS and cat-bond deals in Bermuda, thanks to a strong and dedicated team. Government Regulation Parental leave shake-up for South Africa after court ruling News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82244/parental-leave-shake-up-for-south-africa-after-court-ruling The impact of the confirmation by the Constitutional Court is that parents will have four months and 10 days parental leave shared between them. Government Regulation New guidance on schemes of arrangement: What it means for Jersey companies News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82250/new-guidance-on-schemes-of-arrangement-what-it-means-for-jersey-companies The Government of Jersey is currently consulting on changes to the Companies Law, including a proposal to abolish the headcount test. Government Regulation Saudi Arabia enhances salary protection with ‘unified employment contract’ News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82253/saudi-arabia-enhances-salary-protection-with-amplsquounified-employment-contractamprsquo Narmah-Alqasim said the new model will introduce new, significant compliance risks for employers. Government Regulation Regulatory shift could alter biosimilars business case News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82254/regulatory-shift-could-alter-biosimilars-business-case Medical practitioners often need persuading to switch away from prescribing originator biologics where cheaper biosimilars are available. Government Regulation Dentons HPRP Collaborates with Ministry of Creative Economy to Foster Growth in Indonesia’s Creative Industry News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82226/dentons-hprp-collaborates-with-ministry-of-creative-economy-to-foster-growth-in-indonesiaamprsquos-creative-industry At this special moment, we believe that supporting MSMEs is not only a social responsibility but also an essential part of building a globally competitive creative economy for Indonesia Government Regulation Apple leads consultation challenges to Digital Markets Act News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82228/apple-leads-consultation-challenges-to-digital-markets-act Apple and the Commission are preparing to face off in the courts over the iPhone firm’s alleged failure to comply with anti-steering provisions within the DMA Government Regulation Labour fees reduced in Qatar News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82229/labour-fees-reduced-in-qatar Recruitment licences drop in cost from QAR10,000 to QAR2000 Government Regulation Central Bank of Ireland proposes major shift for QIAIF guarantees and security arrangements News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82234/central-bank-of-ireland-proposes-major-shift-for-qiaif-guarantees-and-security-arrangements This positive development was outlined in a consultation paper published on 9 September 2025 Government Regulation Irish budget offers relief to housebuilding sector News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 Plastic tax revenue fall could spark UK budget shift News Team Thursday, September 04, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81855/plastic-tax-revenue-fall-could-spark-uk-budget-shift The total number of registered businesses is also predicted to drop this financial year Tax New Luxembourg Circular clarifies the definition of exempt UCIs under anti-hybrid tax rules News Team Wednesday, September 03, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81842/new-luxembourg-circular-clarifies-the-definition-of-exempt-ucis-under-anti-hybrid-tax-rules The clarification provided by the ACD is particularly welcome, as it brings much-needed legal certainty and transparency to the fund industry. Tax Pillar Two Mourant Jersey and Guernsey outlook News Team Tuesday, September 02, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81820/pillar-two-mourant-jersey-and-guernsey-outlook Instead, it introduced the MCIT at a rate of 15% which is applicable to relevant Jersey constituent entities which are not Excluded Entities nor subject to application of the de minimis exemption. Tax Luxembourg tax authorities clarify CIV exemption criteria for investment funds News Team Monday, September 01, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81806/luxembourg-tax-authorities-clarify-civ-exemption-criteria-for-investment-funds The Circular provides much needed clarity for investment fund structures Tax Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Names Rachelle Dubow to 2025 Circle of Excellence List News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82261/massachusetts-lawyers-weekly-names-rachelle-dubow-to-2025-circle-of-excellence-list Rachelle advises clients on the protection, enforcement, and licensing of IP rights Comment, Analysis & Research Types of Debt Securities listed on TISE in 2025 News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82266/types-of-debt-securities-listed-on-tise-in-2025 A listing on a HM Revenue and Customs-recognised stock exchange, such as TISE, provides a consistent solution for private equity firms looking to benefit from the Quoted Eurobond Exemption, reducing expense and administration. Comment, Analysis & Research Norton Rose Fulbright projects partner recognized on 2025 Latin America’s Top 100 Female Lawyers list News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82271/norton-rose-fulbright-projects-partner-recognized-on-2025-latin-americaamprsquos-top-100-female-lawyers-list Raquel advises clients in the areas of project development and finance, international finance and mergers and acquisitions, with a particular emphasis in the US and Latin America. Comment, Analysis & Research The Legal 500 UK 2026 ranks Mayer Brown in 49 practice areas and recognises 29 lawyers as "Leading Partners" News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82245/the-legal-500-uk-2026-ranks-mayer-brown-in-49-practice-areas-and-recognises-29-lawyers-as-ampquotleading-partnersampquot The guide also recognised 29 Mayer Brown lawyers as “Leading Partners”, ten in the “Hall of Fame”, 12 as “Next Generation Partners” and seven as “Leading Associates”. Comment, Analysis & Research Appleby shortlisted for Legal Services Firm of the Year at the Captive Review European Awards 2025 News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82252/appleby-shortlisted-for-legal-services-firm-of-the-year-at-the-captive-review-european-awards-2025 The Awards aim to celebrate innovation, dedication and excellence within the European captive insurance industry Comment, Analysis & Research Alison Brown recognised in 100 Most Influential Women list by Financial News News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82231/alison-brown-recognised-in-100-most-influential-women-list-by-financial-news In her previous role as Executive Partner, and as part of the global executive team, Alison led the firm's strategic priorities globally and, in particular, across the firm's EMEA, UK and US regions. Comment, Analysis & Research Appleby celebrates 13 Tier One rankings and increases individual recognitions in Legal 500 UK 2026 News Team Monday, October 06, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82209/appleby-celebrates-13-tier-one-rankings-and-increases-individual-recognitions-in-legal-500-uk-2026 A leading directory for the legal industry, The Legal 500 ranks law firms and lawyers following a thorough and independent research process Comment, Analysis & Research Celebrating impressive rankings in Legal 500 UK 2026 News Team Monday, October 06, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82211/celebrating-impressive-rankings-in-legal-500-uk-2026 Eleven of our firm's partners also retained their prestigious Hall of Fame accolades – the highest ranking awarded to individual lawyers Comment, Analysis & Research Two Latham Attorneys Recognized on List of Latin America’s Top 100 Female Lawyers News Team Monday, October 06, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82215/two-latham-attorneys-recognized-on-list-of-latin-americaamprsquos-top-100-female-lawyers Latinvex names Marcela Ruenes and Katherine Sawyer to annual ranking. Comment, Analysis & Research Mayer Brown earns recognition in Managing IP’s 2025 “IP Stars” News Team Friday, October 03, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82197/mayer-brown-earns-recognition-in-managing-ipamprsquos-2025-ampldquoip-starsamprdquo Mayer Brown has once again received recognition in Managing Intellectual Property’s “IP Stars” guide, earning top rankings in several categories across the US and internationally. Comment, Analysis & Research Jersey team's generosity shines through in £45,000 charity total News Team Monday, February 10, 2025 12:00 am https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 Further promotions to Private Client team News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82268/further-promotions-to-private-client-team The new announcement follows a raft of new appointments in August to manage a rising workload in the firm’s Private Client department. People Moves Dentons strengthens its Derivatives finance practice with the addition of derivatives specialist Karine Imbrosciano in London News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82242/dentons-strengthens-its-derivatives-finance-practice-with-the-addition-of-derivatives-specialist-karine-imbrosciano-in-london Karine is both a French Avocat à la Cour and an English-qualified solicitor, bringing more than 20 years of experience advising clients across the UK and EU markets. People Moves Former Trump Administration EPA General Counsel Matt Leopold Joins Holland & Knight as Co-Chair of the National Environmental Team News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82246/former-trump-administration-epa-general-counsel-matt-leopold-joins-holland-ampamp-knight-as-co-chair-of-the-national-environmental-team Mr. Leopold has significant experience as a litigator for the government and in the private sector. People Moves Top Tax Litigation Attorney Julio Freyssinier Isoard Joins Holland & Knight in Mexico City News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82247/top-tax-litigation-attorney-julio-freyssinier-isoard-joins-holland-ampamp-knight-in-mexico-city Mr. Freyssinier Isoard received a law degree from Universidad Anáhuac and a master's degree in business law from Universidad Panamericana. People Moves Appleby Guernsey announce promotions in Dispute Resolution team News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82251/appleby-guernsey-announce-promotions-in-dispute-resolution-team They are important members of our market-leading Dispute Resolution team and their promotions are very well deserved People Moves DLA Piper International doubles down on Latin America through strategic team relocation News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82256/dla-piper-international-doubles-down-on-latin-america-through-strategic-team-relocation This strategic relocation complements the firm's broader Latin America offering People Moves Dentons appoints Jonathan Gardner as Global Chief Clients & Markets Officer News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82227/dentons-appoints-jonathan-gardner-as-global-chief-clients-ampamp-markets-officer Jonathan joins Dentons following 15 years at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP People Moves Former senior DOJ antitrust lawyer John Elias joins HSF Kramer News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82230/former-senior-doj-antitrust-lawyer-john-elias-joins-hsf-kramer Elias joins a growing global team of high-profile and renowned antitrust practitioners. People Moves Mayer Brown continues to bolster private equity strength with appointment of Tessa Agar News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82232/mayer-brown-continues-to-bolster-private-equity-strength-with-appointment-of-tessa-agar Tessa works with a diverse range of clients spanning the technology, software, healthcare, telecommunications, financial services, food, and consumer products industries. People Moves Global Head of Restructuring relocates to Jersey News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82235/global-head-of-restructuring-relocates-to-jersey Chai leaves the Hong Kong Restructuring team in the capable hands of Strachan Gray People Moves Dentons advises Dye & Durham on its sale of Credas Technologies to SmartSearch News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82258/dentons-advises-dye-ampamp-durham-on-its-sale-of-credas-technologies-to-smartsearch The transaction represents a successful realization of that investment, reflecting the company’s continued focus on optimizing its portfolio and enhancing long-term shareholder value. Legal Advice Hogan Lovells advises HF Private Debt on successful exit from ENTRO Service GmbH News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82260/hogan-lovells-advises-hf-private-debt-on-successful-exit-from-entro-service-gmbh The recent investment by Levine Leichtman Capital Partners represents a major strategic milestone for ENTRO Legal Advice Linklaters advises AUTO1 Group on first public securitisation of a multi-country portfolio in Europe News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82262/linklaters-advises-auto1-group-on-first-public-securitisation-of-a-multi-country-portfolio-in-europe AUTO1 Group is a leading digital platform for the purchase, sale and financing of used cars. Legal Advice EQT Growth Invests in Harvey AI News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82263/eqt-growth-invests-in-harvey-ai The investment is part of an extended $300 million Series E capital raise led by Kleiner Perkins and Coatue in June Legal Advice Paul Hastings Advises Deutsche Bank on Emergent UK 3’s $250 Million Term Loan News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82264/paul-hastings-advises-deutsche-bank-on-emergent-uk-3amprsquos-250-million-term-loan Partner Alexandro Padres led the Paul Hastings team Legal Advice Norton Rose Fulbright’s Calgary office is advising PETRONAS in connection with the formation of a strategic LNG partnership News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82270/norton-rose-fulbrightamprsquos-calgary-office-is-advising-petronas-in-connection-with-the-formation-of-a-strategic-lng-partnership The team was led by Robert Froehlich Legal Advice Bird & Bird advised Vitec Software on the acquisition of 80% of shares in NMG S.A. News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82273/bird-ampamp-bird-advised-vitec-software-on-the-acquisition-of-80-of-shares-in-nmg-sa We are truly honored by the trust Vitec Software placed in us with its first investment in Poland. Legal Advice Dentons advises Swiss Life Select Slovensko on the acquisition of MPS News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82243/dentons-advises-swiss-life-select-slovensko-on-the-acquisition-of-mps Swiss Life Select Slovensko focuses on financial planning with a strong emphasis on asset management, investments, mortgages, life insurance and pensions. Legal Advice Ropes & Gray Advised Bain Capital on $14 Billion Flagship Private Equity Fund News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82248/ropes-ampamp-gray-advised-bain-capital-on-14-billion-flagship-private-equity-fund The successful fundraise demonstrates the strength of Bain Capital’s global private equity platform. Legal Advice Macfarlanes advises August Equity on £350m closing of Flagship Fund VI News Team Wednesday, October 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82249/macfarlanes-advises-august-equity-on-amppound350m-closing-of-flagship-fund-vi Fund VI attracted a strong and diverse group of investors including US endowments Legal Advice DFSA launches consultation over new DIFC crypto token rules News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://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 Ropes & Gray Adopts Centari to Enhance AI-Driven Counsel News Team Thursday, October 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82274/ropes-ampamp-gray-adopts-centari-to-enhance-ai-driven-counsel The private funds group will also benefit from Centari, allowing for enhanced client-service for our asset management practice. FinTech Tokenisation: the approaching revolution for funds News Team Tuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82237/tokenisation-the-approaching-revolution-for-funds Tokenisation makes the leap to decentralisation of data, where no-one "holds" the data. FinTech ADGM’s FSRA releases new framework for regulating ‘staking’ of virtual assets News Team Monday, October 06, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82212/adgmamprsquos-fsra-releases-new-framework-for-regulating-amplsquostakingamprsquo-of-virtual-assets Under the proposed framework, only virtual assets approved and accepted by the FSRA can be staked. FinTech UAE launches RAK Innovation City as revamped global tech hub News Team Monday, September 29, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82132/uae-launches-rak-innovation-city-as-revamped-global-tech-hub As part of the initiative, RAK will also invest in prime land and infrastructure tailored to technology firms FinTech Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer adds further GenAI tool to its tech-enabled disputes offering News Team Friday, September 26, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82112/herbert-smith-freehills-kramer-adds-further-genai-tool-to-its-tech-enabled-disputes-offering Created as a web-based interface, the tool has been designed to help identify contradictions in evidence and testimonies FinTech Mind over machine: HSF Kramer launches new tool to capture the behaviours behind GenAI adoption News Team Wednesday, September 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82091/mind-over-machine-hsf-kramer-launches-new-tool-to-capture-the-behaviours-behind-genai-adoption Developed by the firm’s Legal Operations Advisory team, the 'GenAI Persona Builder' captures both contextual data and behavioural signals FinTech Carey Olsen wins Digital Assets Practice of the Year at 2025 STEP Private Client Awards News Team Monday, September 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82048/carey-olsen-wins-digital-assets-practice-of-the-year-at-2025-step-private-client-awards Carey Olsen is one of the few offshore law firms with a dedicated focus on digital assets FinTech EU to address ‘consent fatigue’ and AI Act ‘challenges’ News Team Monday, September 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82050/eu-to-address-amplsquoconsent-fatigueamprsquo-and-ai-act-amplsquochallengesamprsquo The Commission held a consultation regarding implementation of the AI Act’s rules on ‘high-risk’ AI systems over the summer. FinTech For most organisations, it would take a cyber-attack to meaningfully improve focus on data risk: HSF Kramer Cyber Risk Survey 2025 News Team Monday, September 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82052/for-most-organisations-it-would-take-a-cyber-attack-to-meaningfully-improve-focus-on-data-risk-hsf-kramer-cyber-risk-survey-2025 This is despite the fact that 75% of those surveyed reported their organisation had been impacted by a third-party cyber incident in the past two years. FinTech 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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 https://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 World court: states have climate obligations under international law News Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81403/world-court-states-have-climate-obligations-under-international-law The ICJ’s intervention is the latest by a court amidst increasing focus on states’ climate-related obligations by international courts. Planet SOS Capacity Investment Scheme streamlined by Australia federal government News Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81390/capacity-investment-scheme-streamlined-by-australia-federal-government Bowen acknowledged that while the Capacity Investment Scheme provides industry investment certainty, the sector still faces challenges in relation to social licenses Planet SOS Philippines offshore wind auction to boost development and investor confidence News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81361/philippines-offshore-wind-auction-to-boost-development-and-investor-confidence If successful, GEA-5 is expected to unlock billions of dollars in investment, create thousands of green jobs, and position the Philippines as a regional leader in offshore wind. Planet SOS Climate litigation hit top courts worldwide in 2024 News Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81234/climate-litigation-hit-top-courts-worldwide-in-2024 The latest edition of an annual report on climate litigation by the Grantham Research Institute has identified a noticeable broadening in the types of businesses being targeted, and that many cases are now reaching the highest courts. Planet SOS Ireland’s renewable transport fuel policy provides some clarity for providers and investors News Team Wednesday, July 02, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81117/irelandamprsquos-renewable-transport-fuel-policy-provides-some-clarity-for-providers-and-investors The policy includes the renewable transport fuel obligation (RTFO), a legal requirement for fuel suppliers to blend a certain percentage of renewable fuels into their products. Planet SOS Australia’s dispute resolution reputation on the line following long-running legal saga News Team Monday, October 06, 2025 1:00 am https://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 https://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 https://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 Pension Ombudsman highlights need for full information when distributing death benefits News Team Friday, September 26, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82124/pension-ombudsman-highlights-need-for-full-information-when-distributing-death-benefits Mrs N asked the provider to confirm to whom it has awarded Mr N’s death benefits, but it refused to do so for data protection reasons. Court Cases Securing landmark cross-border recognition for provisional liquidators in RTI Limited case News Team Thursday, September 25, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82098/securing-landmark-cross-border-recognition-for-provisional-liquidators-in-rti-limited-case The provisional liquidation of RTI Limited marks the first appointment of its kind by the Royal Court under provisions introduced into the Companies (Jersey) Law in 2022. Court Cases When a change in desk can become a change in job News Team Thursday, September 25, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82099/when-a-change-in-desk-can-become-a-change-in-job Young's comments and conduct being likely to seriously damage the relationship of trust and confidence between the parties. Court Cases Judgment handed down in first appointment of provisional liquidators in Jersey News Team Thursday, September 25, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82104/judgment-handed-down-in-first-appointment-of-provisional-liquidators-in-jersey In appointing the PLs, the Court made orders preserving the rights of the directors of RTI to pursue the appeal against enforcement of the award in Jersey Court Cases Securing Court of Appeal victory clarifying trust disclosure rights News Team Tuesday, September 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82074/securing-court-of-appeal-victory-clarifying-trust-disclosure-rights Our team was led by partner Adam Cole and included partner Laurent Thibeault and associate Sarah Ball. Court Cases Australian court decision has evidence strategy implications for commercial disputes News Team Monday, September 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82051/australian-court-decision-has-evidence-strategy-implications-for-commercial-disputes The court also confirmed that a waiver of privilege cannot be walked back once it enters the evidentiary record even if it later withdrawn or not relied on, as waiver occurs when the material is filed. Court Cases Fraud unravels everything – how the BVI Courts can assist News Team Friday, September 19, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82029/fraud-unravels-everything-ampndash-how-the-bvi-courts-can-assist The BVI Courts apply a well-known legal maxim originally developed by the English Courts in Lazarus Estates v Beasley [1956] Court Cases