Managers of Wealth - Legal https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:48:48 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ https://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP Ogier leads IFC firms with 36 2025 Citywealth Leaders List rankings News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81353/ogier-leads-ifc-firms-with-36-2025-citywealth-leaders-list-rankings The annual directory recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional performance, innovation, technical ability and dedication to serving high-net-worth clients across the globe. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Carey Olsen wins three China Business Law Awards for 2025 News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81358/carey-olsen-wins-three-china-business-law-awards-for-2025 This is the first year that Carey Olsen's family wealth management practice has featured as one of the best in the market in the Awards Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Structuring options for holding wealth News Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81242/structuring-options-for-holding-wealth Limited liability companies were particularly useful from an investment perspective, because they allowed investors to risk the capital they had agreed to risk but no more. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Walkers lawyers recognised in the 2025 Citywealth Leaders List News Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81243/walkers-lawyers-recognised-in-the-2025-citywealth-leaders-list From trusts to foundations, and from family offices to club investments, our Private Capital & Trusts team is a trusted guide to the key investment hubs Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Penelope Shen recognised at WealthBriefing Awards 2025 News Team Friday, July 11, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81230/penelope-shen-recognised-at-wealthbriefing-awards-2025 Penelope won the Outstanding Contribution to Wealth for Good Initiatives (APAC) award Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Carey Olsen lawyers named among eprivateclient's Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders News Team Tuesday, July 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81170/carey-olsen-lawyers-named-among-eprivateclientamp039s-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leaders The NextGen Leaders list recognises outstanding legal and finance professionals based in the Crown Dependencies with up to 15 years of industry experience in the private client advisory sector. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Aquiline to Acquire SEI's Family Office Services Business News Team Monday, July 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81163/aquiline-to-acquire-seiamp039s-family-office-services-business Following the transaction's close, the business will operate as Archway, the well-known and respected brand of the Archway PlatformSM within the family office market. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Carey Olsen shortlisted for two STEP Private Client Awards News Team Friday, June 27, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81053/carey-olsen-shortlisted-for-two-step-private-client-awards This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Awards Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Rising stars at Ogier named in eprivateclient's 2025 Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders list News Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80963/rising-stars-at-ogier-named-in-eprivateclientamp039s-2025-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leaders-list The annual list by eprivateclient recognises, introduces and promotes outstanding professionals and talent based in the Crown Dependencies. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Senior Associate Melissa Wong named in 2025 eprivateclient Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders News Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80940/senior-associate-melissa-wong-named-in-2025-eprivateclient-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leaders Melissa is a Senior Associate within the Corporate department in the Isle of Man, specialising in Private Client & Trusts work. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Further improvements to the Jersey Private Fund regime News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81369/further-improvements-to-the-jersey-private-fund-regime Certain technical changes have been made to Jersey's secondary legislation Government Regulation UK legislation for new rules combatting tax avoidance by umbrella companies published News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81370/uk-legislation-for-new-rules-combatting-tax-avoidance-by-umbrella-companies-published The new rules apply where an umbrella company is used to supply an individual to provide services to a client business. Government Regulation Jersey’s most successful fund product gets even better - updates to the Jersey Private Fund News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81371/jerseyamprsquos-most-successful-fund-product-gets-even-better-updates-to-the-jersey-private-fund Carey Olsen is delighted to have been heavily involved in updating the JPF Guide. Government Regulation Contracts to Manage AI Risk (Bermuda) News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81350/contracts-to-manage-ai-risk-bermuda The BMA’s 2025 Business Plan signalled future policies concerning the risk-managed use of AI by its registrants. Government Regulation Maples Group Strengthens Data Security and Privacy Credentials with Latest ISO Certifications News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81351/maples-group-strengthens-data-security-and-privacy-credentials-with-latest-iso-certifications Maples Group receives ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 27701:2019 certifications, internationally recognised information security and privacy standards. Government Regulation Dentons appointed by Singapore government for international carbon credit trading News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81359/dentons-appointed-by-singapore-government-for-international-carbon-credit-trading Singapore has long been a pioneer in implementing Article 6, recognising its pivotal role in accelerating global decarbonisation. Government Regulation Captive insurance regulatory regime to be introduced in the UK News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81346/captive-insurance-regulatory-regime-to-be-introduced-in-the-uk Despite the UK being recognised as a leading insurance market globally, most captives are based outside of the country. Government Regulation Overview of the Cayman Islands economic substance requirements News Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81309/overview-of-the-cayman-islands-economic-substance-requirements The Cayman Islands is a member of the OECD Inclusive Framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting Government Regulation Continuing Requirements of the Companies Act of Bermuda News Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81302/continuing-requirements-of-the-companies-act-of-bermuda Before proceeding with the incorporation of a company in Bermuda, persons are advised to consult their tax, legal and other professional advisers in their respective jurisdictions. Government Regulation Trustee licensing: A comparative look at the advantages and a summary of the licensing regime in the BVI and the Cayman Islands News Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81304/trustee-licensing-a-comparative-look-at-the-advantages-and-a-summary-of-the-licensing-regime-in-the-bvi-and-the-cayman-islands There are several reasons why these jurisdictions are favourable; this article discusses a few of the important ones. Government Regulation Avoiding the 10 year anniversary tax risks in British death in services schemes News Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81286/avoiding-the-10-year-anniversary-tax-risks-in-british-death-in-services-schemes It may also be a good opportunity to update and modernise the trust terms Tax Land and buildings transaction tax reform ‘overdue’, says expert News Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81293/land-and-buildings-transaction-tax-reform-amplsquooverdueamprsquo-says-expert One of its proposals is to exempt, from the LBTT, the transfer of units within Co-ownership Authorised Contractual Schemes (CoACS) Tax Trump’s Order Creates Uncertainty for Clean Energy Tax Credits News Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81281/trumpamprsquos-order-creates-uncertainty-for-clean-energy-tax-credits The EO, in announcing there could be a change in the meaning of begin construction Tax How will the One Big Beautiful Bill impact your gift and estate taxes? News Team Tuesday, July 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81175/how-will-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-impact-your-gift-and-estate-taxes The BBB is a tax cut and spending bill addressing almost all sectors. Tax Proposed punitive US tax rule removed following G7 agreement on global minimum tax News Team Thursday, July 03, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81127/proposed-punitive-us-tax-rule-removed-following-g7-agreement-on-global-minimum-tax The UK has introduced legislation implementing Pillar 2 Tax Staying behind but planning ahead: tax efficient planning when non-doms leave the UK but their children remain News Team Monday, June 30, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81073/staying-behind-but-planning-ahead-tax-efficient-planning-when-non-doms-leave-the-uk-but-their-children-remain The recent tax changes have made trust planning less attractive for settlors who chose to stay in the UK longer term Tax New pension fund VAT recovery rules require attention from trustees and employers News Team Monday, June 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80992/new-pension-fund-vat-recovery-rules-require-attention-from-trustees-and-employers That’s without the complication of worrying about VAT grouping or setting the trustees up as a service provider to the employer. Tax Luxembourg carried interest and special tax reform ‘good news’ for businesses News Team Monday, June 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80993/luxembourg-carried-interest-and-special-tax-reform-amplsquogood-newsamprsquo-for-businesses The new regime is designed to attract top-tier fund managers by offering a clear and competitive tax structure, aiming to reinforce Luxembourg’s appeal as a base for private equity and venture capital operations. Tax Norton Rose Fulbright gains tax insurance underwriting partner in Washington, DC News Team Monday, June 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80996/norton-rose-fulbright-gains-tax-insurance-underwriting-partner-in-washington-dc Arrival of Jeff Korenblatt signals firm’s doubling down on high-growth tax insurance and renewable energy tax markets Tax Warning to UK snack manufacturers as tribunal confirms VAT treatment of mini poppadoms News Team Thursday, June 05, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80796/warning-to-uk-snack-manufacturers-as-tribunal-confirms-vat-treatment-of-mini-poppadoms Under the Act, certain products, such as potato crisps and similar snacks, are excluded from the 0% VAT rate typically applied to food. Tax Carey Olsen's Helen Wang stars in ALB's Super 50 Disputes Lawyers 2025 list News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81333/carey-olsenamp039s-helen-wang-stars-in-albamp039s-super-50-disputes-lawyers-2025-list Based in Carey Olsen's litigation, insolvency and restructuring team in Singapore, Helen has received a number of accolades for her work in this space. Comment, Analysis & Research Nine Latham Attorneys Named 2025 Rising Stars News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81335/nine-latham-attorneys-named-2025-rising-stars The firm garners the most honorees in Law360 contest recognizing accomplishments of lawyers under age 40. Comment, Analysis & Research Two Latham Lawyers Named Rising Stars by Asian Legal Business News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81336/two-latham-lawyers-named-rising-stars-by-asian-legal-business Stacey Wong and Penelope Davey recognized among top Singapore lawyers under 40. Comment, Analysis & Research Partners Pedram Norton and Christine Ong recognised in ALB's Rising Stars 2025 News Team Monday, July 21, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81320/partners-pedram-norton-and-christine-ong-recognised-in-albamp039s-rising-stars-2025 The annual ALB Rising Stars list showcases Singapore’s top young lawyers under 40 Comment, Analysis & Research Retiring trustees: Should I stay or can I go? News Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81303/retiring-trustees-should-i-stay-or-can-i-go Stuck in limbo and faced with what appeared to be unjustified criticism of its trusteeship, the Trustee applied to the Court in September 2023 for permission to retire as trustee and to appoint a new trustee. Comment, Analysis & Research 25 Freshfields Lawyers Selected to 2025 Lawdragon 500 X – The Next Generation Guide News Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81306/25-freshfields-lawyers-selected-to-2025-lawdragon-500-x-ampndash-the-next-generation-guide The guide recognizes young lawyers who have proven themselves early in private practice, accruing credentials, deals and cases and represent the future of global law practice. Comment, Analysis & Research Partners Chun Ying Ng and Sarah Chan recognised among Singapore’s top legal stars by Asian Legal Business News Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81313/partners-chun-ying-ng-and-sarah-chan-recognised-among-singaporeamprsquos-top-legal-stars-by-asian-legal-business Congratulations to both lawyers on this well-deserved recognition! Comment, Analysis & Research Carey Olsen Bermuda associate Matthew Rhodes named winner in 2025 STEP Excellence Awards News Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81266/carey-olsen-bermuda-associate-matthew-rhodes-named-winner-in-2025-step-excellence-awards The STEP Excellence Awards celebrate exceptional achievement, recognising the highest achievers across all STEP qualifications. T Comment, Analysis & Research Singapore to launch new business adaptation grant – how your business can benefit News Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81273/singapore-to-launch-new-business-adaptation-grant-ampndash-how-your-business-can-benefit On 10 July 2025, the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce announced the upcoming BAG to help enterprises adapt to the evolving global tariff landscape. Comment, Analysis & Research Captives are the grass roots of Bermuda risk News Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81275/captives-are-the-grass-roots-of-bermuda-risk Appleby counts many of the major life re, ILS and P&C platforms in Bermuda as clients, and these provide substantive and interesting work. 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 DLA Piper welcomes Joshua Gardner to the White Collar, Investigations, and Government Enforcement practice News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81374/dla-piper-welcomes-joshua-gardner-to-the-white-collar-investigations-and-government-enforcement-practice Gardner has tried cases in numerous district courts in every circuit in the US and has successfully litigated some of the most consequential cases involving the US. People Moves DLA Piper expands its Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice with the addition of Kevin Milgram News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81375/dla-piper-expands-its-emerging-growth-and-venture-capital-practice-with-the-addition-of-kevin-milgram He will be based in the firm’s Northern Virginia (Reston) office. People Moves Eversheds Sutherland Expands California Presence with Opening of Silicon Valley Office and Addition of High-Profile Litigation Partner News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81355/eversheds-sutherland-expands-california-presence-with-opening-of-silicon-valley-office-and-addition-of-high-profile-litigation-partner Strategic hire and new office underscore firm’s continued investment in California, complex litigation, and the technology sector. People Moves Financial Services Partner Peter Palladino Joins Holland & Knight in Boston News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81363/financial-services-partner-peter-palladino-joins-holland-ampamp-knight-in-boston Mr. Palladino held numerous leadership roles at Choate People Moves Agnès Dunogué joins Freshfields as Co-Head of U.S. Securities and Shareholder Litigation Practice in New York News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81365/agnampegraves-dunoguampeacute-joins-freshfields-as-co-head-of-us-securities-and-shareholder-litigation-practice-in-new-york Agnès is ranked in Chambers USA in Securities Litigation and is recognized as a “Leading Partner” in The Legal 500 in Securities Litigation Defense, among other accolades. People Moves James Schaefer Joins Debevoise as Counsel in Commercial Litigation Group in San Francisco News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81337/james-schaefer-joins-debevoise-as-counsel-in-commercial-litigation-group-in-san-francisco Mr. Schaefer brings over two decades of legal experience People Moves BCLP Strengthens U.S. Corporate Transactions Bench with Private Equity Partner Addition News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81340/bclp-strengthens-us-corporate-transactions-bench-with-private-equity-partner-addition Sarah also brings significant experience with GP-led continuation vehicle transactions People Moves Ogier celebrates homegrown talent as three articled clerk programme graduates become associates News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81341/ogier-celebrates-homegrown-talent-as-three-articled-clerk-programme-graduates-become-associates Trainees rotate through contentious and non-contentious areas of the practice over 18 months. People Moves Gareth Morgan joins Walkers team in Guernsey as Investment Funds & Corporate partner News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81343/gareth-morgan-joins-walkers-team-in-guernsey-as-investment-funds-ampamp-corporate-partner He trained and qualified with his previous firm in Guernsey where he spent time in their Cayman office and at an independent London law firm. People Moves McDermott attracts elite private client talent with the addition of David Pratt News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81344/mcdermott-attracts-elite-private-client-talent-with-the-addition-of-david-pratt David previously chaired the nationally ranked Private Client Services group at Proskauer and is the only lawyer in Florida, and one of just four nationwide, ranked as a “Star Individual” by Chambers High Net Worth. People Moves Dentons Hong Kong partner Robert Rhoda shortlisted at the Law.com International’s Asia Legal Awards 2025 News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81368/dentons-hong-kong-partner-robert-rhoda-shortlisted-at-the-lawcom-internationalamprsquos-asia-legal-awards-2025 This nomination recognises Robert's exceptional expertise, leadership, and contributions to the legal profession, particularly in the field of international arbitration. Legal Advice Irish National Development Plan sets clear expectations for businesses News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81372/irish-national-development-plan-sets-clear-expectations-for-businesses The review, described by ministers as a "reset" of capital investment strategy, places urgent emphasis on power grid resilience, water infrastructure, and sustainable transport - while acknowledging decades of inconsistent public investment. Legal Advice Linklaters advises on State Bank of India’s qualified institutional placement of shares in India News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81373/linklaters-advises-on-state-bank-of-indiaamprsquos-qualified-institutional-placement-of-shares-in-india This transaction represents the largest QIP to date in the Indian equity capital markets. Legal Advice Appleby Advises ETH Partners on Launch of The Ether Machine, Inc. News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81354/appleby-advises-eth-partners-on-launch-of-the-ether-machine-inc The transaction marks the largest all-common-stock financing committed at announcement since 2021 Legal Advice Mayer Brown advises Chevron on $2 billion syndicated loan financing for oil pipeline project in Argentina News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81356/mayer-brown-advises-chevron-on-2-billion-syndicated-loan-financing-for-oil-pipeline-project-in-argentina The financing was led by five top-tier international banks Legal Advice Dentons advises mBank on PLN 130.5 million financing of a solar project developed by BXF Energia in Poland News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81360/dentons-advises-mbank-on-pln-1305-million-financing-of-a-solar-project-developed-by-bxf-energia-in-poland Dentons' legal advice on the project included comprehensive assistance to the lender in preparing and negotiating the finance documents and conducting the legal due diligence. Legal Advice Norton Rose Fulbright advises Banco Santander, S.A. in US$500 million loan for CODELCO News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81364/norton-rose-fulbright-advises-banco-santander-sa-in-us500-million-loan-for-codelco The Push Strategy program guarantees loans to international counterparts who commit to increasing their purchase of goods and services from Italy. Legal Advice Linklaters advises Conscia on the acquisition of Open Line News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81338/linklaters-advises-conscia-on-the-acquisition-of-open-line The Linklaters team was led out of Amsterdam by Corporate partner Mariken van Esch. Legal Advice Bird & Bird and Sheppard Mullin advise Swansea City AFC on Snoop Dogg co-ownership deal News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81339/bird-ampamp-bird-and-sheppard-mullin-advise-swansea-city-afc-on-snoop-dogg-co-ownership-deal The Bird & Bird team advising on the transaction was led by partner Matt Bonass and senior associate Will Holder Legal Advice Appleby Mauritius advises on landmark US$ 3.1 billion capital raise by NASDAQ listed MakeMyTrip Limited News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81342/appleby-mauritius-advises-on-landmark-us-31-billion-capital-raise-by-nasdaq-listed-makemytrip-limited The transaction marks the largest equity and convertible notes offering by an internet company in India and one of the most significant fundraises in the Asia-Pacific region since 2022. Legal Advice Launch of a British Virgin Islands Tokenised Fund News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81349/launch-of-a-british-virgin-islands-tokenised-fund Conyers has advised Mantle in connection with the launch of Index Four (MI4) Fund FinTech Ransomware payments ban to be introduced in the UK News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81357/ransomware-payments-ban-to-be-introduced-in-the-uk The government is still considering whether to apply mandatory reporting obligations to just ransomware incidents or to extend them to other forms of cyber incidents FinTech EU proposes renewal of UK data protection ‘adequacy’ decisions News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81362/eu-proposes-renewal-of-uk-data-protection-amplsquoadequacyamprsquo-decisions Without the adequacy decisions being in place, organisations wishing to transfer personal data from the EU to the UK would face much greater compliance costs. FinTech Melamine case could trigger wave of environmental or health claims News Team Monday, July 21, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81318/melamine-case-could-trigger-wave-of-environmental-or-health-claims The judgments of July 9, 2025, illustrate the new extraterritoriality of EU law, a characteristic that was previously the exclusive domain of US law. FinTech Hong Kong’s visionary path for digital assets News Team Monday, July 21, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81332/hong-kongamprsquos-visionary-path-for-digital-assets As attention turns to the implementation of the new Ordinance, Hong Kong reaffirms its role as a pioneer, offering a blueprint for responsible, sustainable, and forward-looking regulation in the age of digital transformation. FinTech Landmark Microsoft class action marks ‘pivotal moment’ for Ireland News Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81294/landmark-microsoft-class-action-marks-amplsquopivotal-momentamprsquo-for-ireland As the first mass action lawsuit under Ireland’s new representative actions regime, the case has attracted considerable interest. FinTech AI in Real Estate: A New Frontier with Legal Implications News Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81238/ai-in-real-estate-a-new-frontier-with-legal-implications AI presents tremendous opportunities for the real estate sector FinTech Bermuda leads the way on digital transformation News Team Tuesday, July 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81169/bermuda-leads-the-way-on-digital-transformation To adapt to these modern-day challenges successfully, Bermuda has sought to maintain a healthy balance between the freedom to innovate FinTech Guide to Fintech Law in the Isle of Man 2025 News Team Monday, July 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81153/guide-to-fintech-law-in-the-isle-of-man-2025 The Isle of Man has a well-developed and active fintech community covering a broad range of sectors, with a welcoming and supportive government. FinTech Tokenised real estate gains ground in the GCC News Team Monday, July 07, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81158/tokenised-real-estate-gains-ground-in-the-gcc Marie Chowdhry and Jessica White of Pinsent Masons were commenting following recent steps by all three countries to tokenise real estate ownership. FinTech 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 Net zero-aligned UK transition plan duties consulted on News Team Friday, June 27, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81058/net-zero-aligned-uk-transition-plan-duties-consulted-on Many businesses already develop and disclose their own climate-related transition plans Planet SOS Who will lead the charge on hotel sustainability in uncertain times? News Team Wednesday, June 11, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80862/who-will-lead-the-charge-on-hotel-sustainability-in-uncertain-times Even as regulatory frameworks such as the Energy Performance Buildings Directive and Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards gain traction, many developers Planet SOS Irish energy developers and investors must review ORESS Tonn Nua terms News Team Tuesday, June 10, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80848/irish-energy-developers-and-investors-must-review-oress-tonn-nua-terms The auction will operate under a two-way contract for difference mechanism Planet SOS Considerable investment required to achieve Victoria’s renewable goals News Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80675/considerable-investment-required-to-achieve-victoriaamprsquos-renewable-goals The draft plan, released by VicGrid, offers insight into future renewable energy projects Planet SOS Baker McKenzie advises Rubicon Carbon on its Nature-based Carbon Removal Credits Agreement with Microsoft News Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80685/baker-mckenzie-advises-rubicon-carbon-on-its-nature-based-carbon-removal-credits-agreement-with-microsoft The Baker McKenzie team was led by Global Chair of the Firm’s Climate Change Group, Andrew Hedges Planet SOS How legal contract management tech can support supply chain due diligence News Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80508/how-legal-contract-management-tech-can-support-supply-chain-due-diligence Sustainability provisions can include contractual representations across a wide range of topics Planet SOS Report shows biggest trading year by volume for Australian carbon credits News Team Thursday, May 01, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/80405/report-shows-biggest-trading-year-by-volume-for-australian-carbon-credits Failure to comply with requirements to manage excess emissions will result in enforcement action by the CER. Planet SOS Irish Supreme Court revises test for dismissal of delayed proceedings News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81334/irish-supreme-court-revises-test-for-dismissal-of-delayed-proceedings In this briefing, the Dispute Resolution team in Dublin provides a deep dive into the decision in a case study of Kirwan v Connors & Ors 2025 IESC 21. Court Cases Bermuda Court confirms personal right of action of company directors to end wrongful exclusion News Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81284/bermuda-court-confirms-personal-right-of-action-of-company-directors-to-end-wrongful-exclusion In response, the Company’s then-Board instituted a limited-duration shareholder rights plan (Poison Pill) intended to prevent Saba from acquiring more shares in the Company. Court Cases High Court of South Africa develops common law to address jurisdiction over foreign entities News Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81290/high-court-of-south-africa-develops-common-law-to-address-jurisdiction-over-foreign-entities This judgment marks a significant development in South African common law Court Cases Ropes & Gray Secures Full Exoneration for Pro Bono Client Charles Collins After 31 Years of Wrongful Conviction News Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81271/ropes-ampamp-gray-secures-full-exoneration-for-pro-bono-client-charles-collins-after-31-years-of-wrongful-conviction Ropes & Gray worked with the Innocence Project and the Post-Conviction Justice Unit of the Manhattan District Attorney's Office Court Cases High Court grants injunctions against Cambridge University protestors News Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81277/high-court-grants-injunctions-against-cambridge-university-protestors The court found that the rights of Cambridge University as the landowner Court Cases Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Guernsey News Team Tuesday, July 15, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81252/recognition-and-enforcement-of-foreign-judgments-in-guernsey A foreign judgment of the courts of a Reciprocating Country (as defined in the various Ordinances specifying reciprocating jurisdictions) may be enforceable in Guernsey under the 1957 Law Court Cases Saudi Arabia takes steps to further strengthen arbitration practices News Team Wednesday, July 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81188/saudi-arabia-takes-steps-to-further-strengthen-arbitration-practices Amongst the initiatives announced is a review of the Saudi Arbitration Law Court Cases The cost of care: what the UK case of Rogers v Wills reveals about family, fairness, and inheritance News Team Wednesday, July 09, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81189/the-cost-of-care-what-the-uk-case-of-rogers-v-wills-reveals-about-family-fairness-and-inheritance Ultimately Bernadette was acquitted of the criminal charges. Court Cases From hospitality to hostility: a trust tale News Team Thursday, July 03, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81122/from-hospitality-to-hostility-a-trust-tale Although the application was brought by a beneficiary rather than the Trustee, the Court held that the same legal principles applied. Court Cases Nigerian oil spill case to proceed to UK trial as ‘nuisance’ law refined News Team Thursday, July 03, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81126/nigerian-oil-spill-case-to-proceed-to-uk-trial-as-amplsquonuisanceamprsquo-law-refined The UK Supreme Court previously determined that the courts of England and Wales had jurisdiction to consider the claims in this case Court Cases