Managers of Wealth - Legal https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:08:06 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ https://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP Ogier lawyers recognised as eprivateclient’s 2026 Crown Dependencies NextGen leaders News Team Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85298/ogier-lawyers-recognised-as-eprivateclientamprsquos-2026-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leaders The annual list is a collection of rising stars in the private client advisory profession. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Appleby’s James Glover shortlisted for citywealth future leaders award News Team Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85274/applebyamprsquos-james-glover-shortlisted-for-citywealth-future-leaders-award Citywealth recognition highlights emerging leaders in the international private wealth sector Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Jessica Bell recognised as a 2026 eprivateclient Crown Dependencies NextGen Leader News Team Tuesday, July 07, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85226/jessica-bell-recognised-as-a-2026-eprivateclient-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leader Jessica advises on both contentious and non-contentious trust matters Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Withers Italy recognised as 'European Private Client Team of the Year' at the Chambers High Net Worth Awards 2026 News Team Monday, July 06, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85215/withers-italy-recognised-as-amp039european-private-client-team-of-the-yearamp039-at-the-chambers-high-net-worth-awards-2026 Organized by Chambers and Partners, the High Net Worth Awards are based on the annual independent research conducted by the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, a benchmark for the international high-net-worth advisory market. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Mourant lawyer recognised in 2026 eprivateclient Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders list News Team Friday, July 03, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85199/mourant-lawyer-recognised-in-2026-eprivateclient-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leaders-list The eprivateclient Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders list is an initiative designed to identify, recognise, promote and introduce the rising stars who play a role in shaping the global private wealth sector. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Senior Associate Phillip Cronje named in eprivateclient Crown Dependencies NextGen Leaders News Team Friday, July 03, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85208/senior-associate-phillip-cronje-named-in-eprivateclient-crown-dependencies-nextgen-leaders Since joining Appleby, Phillip has worked on a range of complex contentious trust disputes. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Double Shortlisting for Appleby at STEP Private Client Awards 2026 News Team Tuesday, June 30, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85151/double-shortlisting-for-appleby-at-step-private-client-awards-2026 This year’s awards attracted a significant number of entries Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Ogier Global finalist in two categories at STEP Private Client Awards News Team Tuesday, June 30, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85152/ogier-global-finalist-in-two-categories-at-step-private-client-awards Ogier Global’s double shortlisting recognises its ongoing commitment to providing exceptional, innovative and multijurisdictional service for private wealth clients. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Global Wealth Report 2026: Global wealth rose over 10% in 2025 News Team Tuesday, June 30, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85157/global-wealth-report-2026-global-wealth-rose-over-10-in-2025 The latest edition of the UBS Global Wealth Report shows a broad-based increase in personal wealth, driven by strong financial markets and rising non‑financial assets, with average wealth growing faster than global economic output. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Connecticut’s evolving landscape for estate and trust planning News Team Friday, June 26, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85121/connecticutamprsquos-evolving-landscape-for-estate-and-trust-planning Connecticut does not permit electronic signing of wills or other core estate‑planning documents. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office The clock is ticking: Belgium's banking oath has entered its second phase on 15 July 2026 News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85359/the-clock-is-ticking-belgiumamp039s-banking-oath-has-entered-its-second-phase-on-15-july-2026 With an oath deadline of 15 January 2027 for those already in service, preparation cannot wait. Government Regulation UK employers left wondering after tipping code of practice withdrawn News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85360/uk-employers-left-wondering-after-tipping-code-of-practice-withdrawn The draft revised code of practice on tipping was intended to replace the 2024 version, reflecting changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act 2025. Government Regulation The Bahamas Immigration Reforms 2026: Key Legislative and Regulatory Changes News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85337/the-bahamas-immigration-reforms-2026-key-legislative-and-regulatory-changes The Immigration Act is significant because it introduces measures aimed at facilitating business travel. Government Regulation Qatar expands foreign real estate ownership News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85340/qatar-expands-foreign-real-estate-ownership Under the rules, non-Qatari owners or usufructuaries – non-owners who have legal rights to use and benefit from the property – may obtain a residence permit, provided they stay in the country for at least 90 days per year Government Regulation Bank regulators issue guidance on credit risk for unauthorized workers News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85343/bank-regulators-issue-guidance-on-credit-risk-for-unauthorized-workers Kully noted that an addition in the interagency statement is the discussion of portfolio and concentration risk. Government Regulation Winding up a solvent Jersey company News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85345/winding-up-a-solvent-jersey-company A Jersey company may only be placed in a summary winding up if it is solvent. Government Regulation Public rights of way: protecting your land News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85323/public-rights-of-way-protecting-your-land Landowners should be aware of a recent development concerning what constitutes an 'interruption' to public use for the purposes of section 31. Government Regulation CAT can decide copyright issues in competition claims, court confirms News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85334/cat-can-decide-copyright-issues-in-competition-claims-court-confirms The court also agreed with the CAT that exhaustion takes effect at the point of first sale and operates by law. Government Regulation Central Bank UCITS Regulations – CP161 Final Position News Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85306/central-bank-ucits-regulations-ampndash-cp161-final-position The Central Bank has not provided any transitional period for existing UCITS to comply with the new requirements Government Regulation Jersey Wills, Succession and Probate reforms: what they mean in practice News Team Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85301/jersey-wills-succession-and-probate-reforms-what-they-mean-in-practice The reforms introduced by the 2026 Amendment are focused rather than far-reaching, but they are significant in practice. Government Regulation Brazil's oil industry weighs fresh legal challenge to export tax News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85322/brazilamp039s-oil-industry-weighs-fresh-legal-challenge-to-export-tax According to the sources, extending the tax through an administrative act gave it a regulatory character and weakened the government’s argument Tax Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises Aware Super on tax aspects of its acquisition of Moorabbin Airport News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85332/herbert-smith-freehills-kramer-advises-aware-super-on-tax-aspects-of-its-acquisition-of-moorabbin-airport Melbourne’s Moorabbin Airport is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country, supporting flight training, charter and maintenance operations. Tax Guernsey corporate tax reform 2026: key proposals, impacts and strategic insights for Guernsey's international financial sector News Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85308/guernsey-corporate-tax-reform-2026-key-proposals-impacts-and-strategic-insights-for-guernseyamp039s-international-financial-sector Guernsey Registry currently collects fees on an annual basis from companies registered in Guernsey. Tax Firms should take practical measures in line with HMRC proposed customs revamp News Team Thursday, July 09, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85273/firms-should-take-practical-measures-in-line-with-hmrc-proposed-customs-revamp The proposals broadly align with HMRC’s wider objective of encouraging taxpayers to ‘get it right first time’ and engage proactively where issues arise. Tax Andy Burnham's Property Tax Reform: What High Net Worth Individuals Need to Know News Team Friday, July 03, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85198/andy-burnhamamp039s-property-tax-reform-what-high-net-worth-individuals-need-to-know His long-standing commitment to overhauling property and land taxation could have material consequences for those at the upper end of the market. Tax UK consults on VAT rule changes for online marketplaces News Team Monday, June 29, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85133/uk-consults-on-vat-rule-changes-for-online-marketplaces Those reforms helped clamp down on widespread avoidance of VAT by overseas sellers selling to consumers in the UK. Tax Travers Smith wins at The Drawdown Awards 2026 News Team Friday, June 26, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85119/travers-smith-wins-at-the-drawdown-awards-2026 The Drawdown Awards 2026 celebrates achievements for advisers and solution providers supporting European private fund operations during the previous calendar year. Tax Hong Kong Poised to Modernize Tax Framework to Attract Global Fund Managers News Team Thursday, June 25, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85101/hong-kong-poised-to-modernize-tax-framework-to-attract-global-fund-managers This comprehensive legislation cements Hong Kong’s position as Asia’s premier asset management hub. Tax New NYC 'Pied-à-Terre' Tax on High-Value Non Primary Residences News Team Monday, June 22, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85053/new-nyc-amp039pied-ampagrave-terreamp039-tax-on-high-value-non-primary-residences The New Tax applies to owners of certain high-value residential properties in NYC Tax New HMRC guidance ‘reduces uncertainty’ over tax treatment of share reorganisations News Team Wednesday, June 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85005/new-hmrc-guidance-amplsquoreduces-uncertaintyamprsquo-over-tax-treatment-of-share-reorganisations Businesses can apply for a clearance from HMRC that tax relief would be available on a share reorganisation. Tax Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer celebrates first anniversary of Luxembourg office News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85342/herbert-smith-freehills-kramer-celebrates-first-anniversary-of-luxembourg-office Home to one of the world's leading investment fund industries and many key European institutions, Luxembourg occupies a unique position at the heart of European and global capital flows. Comment, Analysis & Research Esha Goel Named a Rising Star in Singapore News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85350/esha-goel-named-a-rising-star-in-singapore The Capital Markets counsel was recognized for her work advising on record-setting IPOs in India. Comment, Analysis & Research Brad Resnikoff named to Lawdragon’s 2026 “500 Leading Global Investigations Lawyers” guide News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85324/brad-resnikoff-named-to-lawdragonamprsquos-2026-ampldquo500-leading-global-investigations-lawyersamprdquo-guide Based in Washington, DC, Brad represents non-US and domestic financial institutions on regulatory compliance, enforcement, and strategic matters. Comment, Analysis & Research UK Register of Overseas Entities – private trust information now accessible to the public News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85329/uk-register-of-overseas-entities-ampndash-private-trust-information-now-accessible-to-the-public Information about trusts held by the ROE was to remain private under the original rules and not appear on the public facing register. Comment, Analysis & Research Baker McKenzie Named an Iconic Partner of The Valuable 500 News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85336/baker-mckenzie-named-an-iconic-partner-of-the-valuable-500 The partnership reflects Baker McKenzie’s pro bono work on the Global Disability Legislation Index Comment, Analysis & Research 13 Carey Olsen lawyers recognised in Lexology Index: Asset Recovery 2026 News Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85314/13-carey-olsen-lawyers-recognised-in-lexology-index-asset-recovery-2026 The guide compiles in-depth analysis, research and client feedback to identify lawyers who stand out for their market-leading work advising and representing stakeholders in matters across the space. Comment, Analysis & Research Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer tops Australian M&A league tables for H1 2026 News Team Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85292/herbert-smith-freehills-kramer-tops-australian-mampampa-league-tables-for-h1-2026 Andrew Rich, Corporate M&A partner, said it has been a busy year for dealmaking so far despite the uncertainty that marked the early months of 2026. Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons Lee Senior Attorney Sang-Yeol Cha and Foreign Senior Associate Jielle P. Han Recognized by POSCO International with Plaques of Appreciation News Team Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85285/dentons-lee-senior-attorney-sang-yeol-cha-and-foreign-senior-associate-jielle-p-han-recognized-by-posco-international-with-plaques-of-appreciation All of the sale transactions were successfully completed. Comment, Analysis & Research Gabrielle Levin and Katie Gray recognized in Profiles in Leadership Journal News Team Thursday, July 09, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85265/gabrielle-levin-and-katie-gray-recognized-in-profiles-in-leadership-journal This esteemed accolade is a testament to their exceptional leadership skills and unwavering commitment to their professional roles and the broader community. Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons Hong Kong named Client Choice Award – Firm of the Year: Hong Kong SAR at Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific & China Awards 2026 News Team Tuesday, July 07, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85235/dentons-hong-kong-named-client-choice-award-ampndash-firm-of-the-year-hong-kong-sar-at-benchmark-litigation-asia-pacific-ampamp-china-awards-2026 This prestigious recognition reflects the trust and confidence that our clients place in us Comment, Analysis & Research Charity Commission issues new grant making guidance News Team Wednesday, July 01, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85172/charity-commission-issues-new-grant-making-guidance This new guidance replaces and expands upon previous guidance to now cover all grant-making (rather than just grants to non-charities). Charity & Philanthropy Leading law firm for philanthropy and DEI in Asia Pacific News Team Thursday, June 18, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85023/leading-law-firm-for-philanthropy-and-dei-in-asia-pacific As global interest in philanthropy, diversity, equity and inclusion, and sustainability increases, Withers remains committed to supporting businesses and families in achieving their ambitions to drive positive, meaningful change. Charity & Philanthropy 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 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 Norton Rose Fulbright South Africa achieves strong recognition in the 2025 IFLR1000 rankings News Team Friday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82875/norton-rose-fulbright-south-africa-achieves-strong-recognition-in-the-2025-iflr1000-rankings These rankings underscore the firm’s strength in complex finance, regulatory, energy, infrastructure, and corporate matters across the continent. Offshore and IFC Offshore wind in Ireland: ORESS Tonn Nua scheme launches, with differences for developers News Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am 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 Oliver Byrne promoted to Senior Associate in Bedell Cristin's Cayman Property team News Aggregation Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85354/oliver-byrne-promoted-to-senior-associate-in-bedell-cristinamp039s-cayman-property-team Oliver advises clients on an array of transactions including financings, developments and leasing in the Cayman Islands. People Moves Dentons strengthens Prague Corporate/M&A practice with the arrival of partner Jan Stejskal News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85339/dentons-strengthens-prague-corporatemampampa-practice-with-the-arrival-of-partner-jan-stejskal Jan Stejskal advises private equity funds, family offices, financial institutions, founders and corporations on fundraising, joint ventures, and acquisitions. People Moves DLA Piper welcomes Mitchell Weiss to its Investment Funds practice in Chicago News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85344/dla-piper-welcomes-mitchell-weiss-to-its-investment-funds-practice-in-chicago Weiss’ practice includes fund structuring, inbound investment planning, cross-border acquisition structuring, inbound financing, and tax opinions. People Moves White collar and investigations partner joins Dentons´ Litigation practice in Belgium News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85347/white-collar-and-investigations-partner-joins-dentonsampacute-litigation-practice-in-belgium She leads cross-border internal investigations and risk assessments, advises clients on anti-corruption frameworks People Moves Greenberg Traurig Continues Expansion of Corporate Practice with Capital Markets Attorney News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85352/greenberg-traurig-continues-expansion-of-corporate-practice-with-capital-markets-attorney Hasaj, who joins from O’Melveny, focuses his practice on capital markets transactions People Moves Linklaters Strengthens Litigation & Sports Offering with Leading New York Team News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85325/linklaters-strengthens-litigation-ampamp-sports-offering-with-leading-new-york-team The team, which joined from Paul Weiss, brings world-class commercial disputes expertise for clients People Moves DLA Piper promotes three senior associates across corporate, construction and real estate News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85326/dla-piper-promotes-three-senior-associates-across-corporate-construction-and-real-estate Together with the promotions of Wendy Smith and Jacob Nutt to special counsel People Moves Sidley Adds Marissa Gluck to Global Finance Practice in New York News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85328/sidley-adds-marissa-gluck-to-global-finance-practice-in-new-york Marissa has built an impressive sponsor-side practice in affordable housing securitization People Moves Mayer Brown continues strategic real estate expansion with Los Angeles partner News Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85310/mayer-brown-continues-strategic-real-estate-expansion-with-los-angeles-partner Daniel has built a distinguished reputation advising investors and other stakeholders on complex real estate and real estate financing projects People Moves Dentons strengthens its Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice in Hong Kong News Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85312/dentons-strengthens-its-litigation-and-dispute-resolution-practice-in-hong-kong Benjamin advises on complex commercial, financial and banking disputes, particularly those involving cross-border issues People Moves Maples Group Advises Edge Capital on Cayman Islands Tokenised Fund News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85353/maples-group-advises-edge-capital-on-cayman-islands-tokenised-fund Maples Group advised Edge Capital on the tokenisation of one of the first regulated Cayman Islands investment funds to be brought on-chain under the jurisdiction’s new statutory framework for tokenised funds. Legal Advice Personal Information Protection Act: Bermuda Fund Compliance News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85355/personal-information-protection-act-bermuda-fund-compliance PIPA also imposes a range of administrative and operational requirements on organisations. Legal Advice Mourant to support The Intertidal showcasing Jersey’s unique coastline News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85356/mourant-to-support-the-intertidal-showcasing-jerseyamprsquos-unique-coastline Unlike traditional races, The Intertidal requires participants to make their own strategic route choices between checkpoints as conditions evolve throughout the event. Legal Advice Baker McKenzie Advised BizAway on the Acquisition of Uniglobe Alliance Travel News Team Friday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85358/baker-mckenzie-advised-bizaway-on-the-acquisition-of-uniglobe-alliance-travel The acquisition expands BizAway's footprint in the Netherlands, and strengthens its ability to support medium and large organizations with increasingly complex travel needs. Legal Advice Appleby Advises Osprey Acquisition Corp. III in Its USD300.15M Initial Public Offering News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85338/appleby-advises-osprey-acquisition-corp-iii-in-its-usd30015m-initial-public-offering Units began trading on the Nasdaq Global Market on July 1, 2026 Legal Advice Linklaters advises Resolution Life on two strategic reinsurance transactions in Hong Kong SAR and Japan News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85348/linklaters-advises-resolution-life-on-two-strategic-reinsurance-transactions-in-hong-kong-sar-and-japan The Linklaters team was led by Tokyo-based corporate partner and global co-head of the insurance sector Tracy Whiriskey Legal Advice Cooley named an Official legal services provider of LA28 Olympic and Paralympic games News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85349/cooley-named-an-official-legal-services-provider-of-la28-olympic-and-paralympic-games Cooley’s work will span the breadth of LA28’s legal needs Legal Advice Freshfields advises ABB on recommended £4.1 billion cash offer for Rotork News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85351/freshfields-advises-abb-on-recommended-amppound41-billion-cash-offer-for-rotork Rotork is a market-leading global provider of mission-critical intelligent flow control solutions. Legal Advice Latham & Watkins Advises Inflexion on the Acquisition of Primed Group News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85327/latham-ampamp-watkins-advises-inflexion-on-the-acquisition-of-primed-group Private Equity team represents leading European mid-market private equity firm on the transaction. Legal Advice Appleby Bermuda Advises Mercury Insurance on USD150 Million Catastrophe Bond Transaction News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85330/appleby-bermuda-advises-mercury-insurance-on-usd150-million-catastrophe-bond-transaction The transaction was led by Bermuda Managing Partner Brad Adderley, with support from Senior Associate Melinda Mayne. Legal Advice UK social media restrictions for under-18s confirmed News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85341/uk-social-media-restrictions-for-under-18s-confirmed Under those measures, providers will be required to ensure under-18s take regular breaks in using their AI chatbots FinTech United Arab Emirates: Legislation Issued Banning Under-15s from Social Media News Team Tuesday, July 14, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85311/united-arab-emirates-legislation-issued-banning-under-15s-from-social-media The UAE’s new legislation on the regulation of children's access to social media platforms will impose a number of restrictions on digital providers FinTech AI developer liability for harms linked to autonomy of their systems News Team Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85291/ai-developer-liability-for-harms-linked-to-autonomy-of-their-systems The UKJT considered the autonomy of an AI system to be relevant to a developer’s liability for related harms. FinTech A&O Shearman unveils tenth Fuse cohort spanning digital assets and LegalTech News Team Monday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85295/aampampo-shearman-unveils-tenth-fuse-cohort-spanning-digital-assets-and-legaltech Fuse’s LegalTech stream of nine companies was chosen from 315 applicants across 53 countries, the highest number and greatest geographic spread so far. FinTech The future of virtual assets and blockchain in the British Virgin Islands News Team Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85284/the-future-of-virtual-assets-and-blockchain-in-the-british-virgin-islands It is common to hear the phrase "crypto years are like dog years" given the speed of the evolutionary cycle, and it is an apt comparison. FinTech Supporting future tech entrepreneurs in France News Team Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85287/supporting-future-tech-entrepreneurs-in-france Technology and AI are so important to the work we do at Stephenson Harwood FinTech Irish law for enforcing the EU AI Act set to be finalised News Team Thursday, July 09, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85264/irish-law-for-enforcing-the-eu-ai-act-set-to-be-finalised The ‘high-risk’ AI regime was due to take effect on 2 August 2026 FinTech AI-related disruption foreshadowed for UK financial services News Team Thursday, July 09, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85272/ai-related-disruption-foreshadowed-for-uk-financial-services Fintech specialist Luke Scanlon of Pinsent Masons said there are actions firms can take immediately in response to the evolving AI risk environment. FinTech AI in the Cayman Islands: Part one - data protection News Team Wednesday, July 08, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85252/ai-in-the-cayman-islands-part-one-data-protection A person that is solely a data processor does not have any primary obligations under the DPA. FinTech UK looks to reshape public service media as tech platforms face demand to showcase ’trusted’ news News Team Wednesday, July 08, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85255/uk-looks-to-reshape-public-service-media-as-tech-platforms-face-demand-to-showcase-amprsquotrustedamprsquo-news This proposal comes at a critical juncture, as the competitive dynamics within the PSM market are being reshaped following Comcast’s acquisition of ITV. FinTech Scale of UK real estate emissions reduction challenge highlighted in CCC report News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85335/scale-of-uk-real-estate-emissions-reduction-challenge-highlighted-in-ccc-report Cross said the CCC’s report underlined that success in decarbonising the real estate sector is intimately connected both with action to reduce electricity prices and improve grid capacity. Planet SOS Dentons earns global recognition for ESG and Crisis Management excellence News Team Thursday, June 25, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85114/dentons-earns-global-recognition-for-esg-and-crisis-management-excellence This year, Dentons earned a new global-wide ranking for Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Risk and climbed to a Band 2 ranking for Crisis Management globally. Planet SOS Renewable Energy Comparative Guide Bermuda (Legal 500) News Team Tuesday, June 23, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85079/renewable-energy-comparative-guide-bermuda-legal-500 The Country’s current energy mix relies heavily on fossil fuels Planet SOS Bird & Bird recognised as most active clean energy M&A adviser for ninth consecutive year News Team Thursday, June 04, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84863/bird-ampamp-bird-recognised-as-most-active-clean-energy-mampampa-adviser-for-ninth-consecutive-year Clean Energy Pipeline's ranking system assesses the work of legal advisers on project finance and M&A transactions across the renewable energy sector globally Planet SOS Northern Ireland advances hydrogen policy News Team Friday, May 29, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84801/northern-ireland-advances-hydrogen-policy The report also noted that the UK’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) carried out a separate consultation on hydrogen blending into Great Britain’s transmission network in late 2025 Planet SOS UK government set to limit judicial review challenges to key energy and infrastructure projects News Team Thursday, May 21, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84716/uk-government-set-to-limit-judicial-review-challenges-to-key-energy-and-infrastructure-projects The proposal would see essential clean energy ventures designated as being of ‘critical national importance’, which would limit exposure to judicial review on all but human rights grounds. Planet SOS Stability and security underpin low-carbon investment needs, finds new report News Team Wednesday, May 06, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84557/stability-and-security-underpin-low-carbon-investment-needs-finds-new-report More than 20% of investors and energy developers have targeted Germany as where they expect to launch or expand Planet SOS Investment in low-carbon tech to diversify, global study finds News Team Tuesday, May 05, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84547/investment-in-low-carbon-tech-to-diversify-global-study-finds According to the study, 22% of VC investors and technology developers intend to invest in tidal or ocean power technology over the next year Planet SOS Baker McKenzie and World Economic Forum Publish New Report on Climate Litigation as Strategic Business Risk News Team Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84479/baker-mckenzie-and-world-economic-forum-publish-new-report-on-climate-litigation-as-strategic-business-risk The report identifies five global trends that are fundamentally changing how climate risk translates into legal exposure for businesses Planet SOS Taiwan announces new offshore wind auction News Team Wednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84191/taiwan-announces-new-offshore-wind-auction “This move supports project financing and reduces development risk.” Planet SOS The Security Interests (Jersey) Law 2012: what Rassmal v ASG means for security enforcement and valuation News Team Thursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85346/the-security-interests-jersey-law-2012-what-rassmal-v-asg-means-for-security-enforcement-and-valuation The Court's decision in Rassmal Investments LLC v Mubarak Abdullah Al Suwaiket & Sons [2025] JRC 220 (Rassmal v ASG) builds on and refines the approach taken in earlier Jersey cases. Court Cases Directors Cannot Delay Shareholder Votes: Cayman Court Limits Postponement Powers News Team Wednesday, July 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85321/directors-cannot-delay-shareholder-votes-cayman-court-limits-postponement-powers The decision provides several practical lessons for practitioners and boards alike. Court Cases A Warning to Litigants Seeking Funding: English High Court Clarifies the Limits of Litigation Privilege News Team Friday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85283/a-warning-to-litigants-seeking-funding-english-high-court-clarifies-the-limits-of-litigation-privilege The most significant aspect of the judgment concerns litigation privilege. Court Cases Cayman Islands Court of Appeal decides the costs of unadmitted foreign lawyers are unrecoverable News Team Wednesday, July 08, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85251/cayman-islands-court-of-appeal-decides-the-costs-of-unadmitted-foreign-lawyers-are-unrecoverable A number of earlier Grand Court decisions had proceeded on the assumption that a dispensation power of the court existed in regard to the strict application of the Order. Court Cases Lukes & Others v Sovereign Trust: expert evidence and the limits of case management appeals in Guernsey  News Team Tuesday, July 07, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85227/lukes-ampamp-others-v-sovereign-trust-expert-evidence-and-the-limits-of-case-management-appeals-in-guernsey By establishing clear guidance on these principles, the decision has set a benchmark for future civil claims.  Court Cases Your injunction's reach is only as wide as its words – The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal clarifies the limits of contempt liability News Team Tuesday, July 07, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85233/your-injunctionamp039s-reach-is-only-as-wide-as-its-words-ampndash-the-hong-kong-court-of-final-appeal-clarifies-the-limits-of-contempt-liability A defendant may be responsible for another person’s acts Court Cases New research finds Saudi courts reject almost 90% of arbitration annulment bids News Team Wednesday, July 01, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85178/new-research-finds-saudi-courts-reject-almost-90-of-arbitration-annulment-bids The report characterises Saudi courts' approach to Sharia and public policy annulment as "highly restrictive" Court Cases JPLs, Directors and Arbitration: Grand Court Clarifies the Scope of Provisional Liquidators' Powers News Team Friday, June 19, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85037/jpls-directors-and-arbitration-grand-court-clarifies-the-scope-of-provisional-liquidatorsamp039-powers The Court has now handed down a further judgment in the same proceedings Court Cases Property, Fairness and the Constitution: The Grand Court Marks the Boundaries of Freedom of Information News Team Thursday, June 18, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/85021/property-fairness-and-the-constitution-the-grand-court-marks-the-boundaries-of-freedom-of-information The judgment clarifies the rights of third parties Court Cases Holding the firewall: Court confirms BVI law governs trusts of BVI company shares News Team Monday, June 15, 2026 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/84980/holding-the-firewall-court-confirms-bvi-law-governs-trusts-of-bvi-company-shares In reaching this conclusion, the Court applied the ‘firewall’ provisions set out in section 83A of the Trustee Act 1961 (the Act). 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