Managers of Wealth - Legal https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:59:57 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://legal.managersofwealth.com/ https://legal.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Legal KohanaPHP Ogier celebrates triple gold at Citywealth Future Leaders Awards 2025 News Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82692/ogier-celebrates-triple-gold-at-citywealth-future-leaders-awards-2025 The results mark a clean sweep for Ogier, recognising both the firm’s culture of professional growth and the exceptional achievements of its rising stars. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Wealth management consolidators advised to review practices News Team Tuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82563/wealth-management-consolidators-advised-to-review-practices Budd said the review could have an impact on how deals are done in future. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office FCA Review of UK Wealth Management M&A News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82401/fca-review-of-uk-wealth-management-mampampa The findings of the review will be of particular relevance to the PE industry where interest and investment in the wealth management sector has increased over recent years. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Family PIFs simplified: a new era News Team Wednesday, October 15, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82324/family-pifs-simplified-a-new-era This targeted reform supports Guernsey's reputation as a responsive and forward-thinking jurisdiction Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Anthony Partridge on two years of progress with STEP Cayman News Team Wednesday, September 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82005/anthony-partridge-on-two-years-of-progress-with-step-cayman The launch of the Cayman NextGen committee was undoubtedly one of the most significant milestones during my tenure as chair. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Mayer Brown represents BlackRock in landmark agreement to manage $80 billion of Citi Wealth client assets News Team Thursday, September 11, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81932/mayer-brown-represents-blackrock-in-landmark-agreement-to-manage-80-billion-of-citi-wealth-client-assets The agreement includes BlackRock managing approximately $80 billion in assets for thousands of Citi Wealth clients. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Macfarlanes advises Stonehage Fleming and Stanhope Capital on their combination with Corient News Team Monday, September 08, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81887/macfarlanes-advises-stonehage-fleming-and-stanhope-capital-on-their-combination-with-corient Regulatory advice was provided by Partner Alexandra Green Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Suitable structures and jurisdictions for setting up a family office News Team Wednesday, September 03, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81836/suitable-structures-and-jurisdictions-for-setting-up-a-family-office Each jurisdiction has a unique set of advantages and disadvantages for establishing an asset-holding vehicle. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Blandy & Blandy Ranked as a Top Tier Firm in Chambers High Net Worth Guide News Team Tuesday, September 02, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81829/blandy-ampamp-blandy-ranked-as-a-top-tier-firm-in-chambers-high-net-worth-guide Chambers and Partners has dedicated 35 years to researching and ranking the world’s best lawyers. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Advising Cavendish on acquisition of GlenQ Private Wealth Limited's trust company business News Team Thursday, August 21, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/81696/advising-cavendish-on-acquisition-of-glenq-private-wealth-limitedamp039s-trust-company-business Our team led by Corporate partner Kevin McQuillan, senior associate Luke Steele and associate Angharad Prescott, acted as lead counsel to Cavendish. Wealth, Trusts and Family Office Amendments to Cayman Islands company law coming into force News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82773/amendments-to-cayman-islands-company-law-coming-into-force The Amendment Act removes this requirement by allowing capital reductions without court approval, where permitted by the company’s articles of association. Government Regulation FCA to become sole AML supervisor for professional services firms News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82776/fca-to-become-sole-aml-supervisor-for-professional-services-firms The decision follows a 2023 HM Treasury consultation which considered four potential reform models for AML / CTF supervision. Government Regulation Courts and governments are still grappling with position of AI in litigation and arbitration News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82781/courts-and-governments-are-still-grappling-with-position-of-ai-in-litigation-and-arbitration Some courts and bodies have responded by issuing guidance to help practitioners and parties navigate the use of AI responsibly. Government Regulation UK Government consults on new employer duty to inform workers of union rights News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82783/uk-government-consults-on-new-employer-duty-to-inform-workers-of-union-rights The new duty will be enforced in the same way as the existing requirement to provide a statement of employment particulars. Government Regulation Trade union access agreements under the UK Employment Rights Bill – what to expect News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82785/trade-union-access-agreements-under-the-uk-employment-rights-bill-ampndash-what-to-expect The Government intends this new right to take effect by October 2026. Government Regulation Mauritania joins wave of local content regulation adopters News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82757/mauritania-joins-wave-of-local-content-regulation-adopters Last month Mali revoked more than 90 mining licence for gold, bauxite, uranium and other minerals, with some dating back a decade, that had been issued to international companies operating in the country. Government Regulation Russia's Designation of the IBO as 'undesirable' News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82769/russiaamp039s-designation-of-the-ibo-as-amp039undesirableamp039 The Russian designation creates a genuine risk for Russian nationals engaged in IB programmes. Government Regulation ECCTA Update News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82771/eccta-update The latest phase relates to the introduction of ID verification for directors. Government Regulation Landmark Ruling on Shareholders’ Misrepresentation Claims in Company Liquidations: The Houldsworth Rule Modified for the Cayman Islands News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82740/landmark-ruling-on-shareholdersamprsquo-misrepresentation-claims-in-company-liquidations-the-houldsworth-rule-modified-for-the-cayman-islands The rule in Houldsworth will therefore apply in the modified form which Segal J explained in Direct Lending in relation to liquidations of Cayman Islands companies Government Regulation The Singapore Restructuring and Insolvency Protocol – a cost and time efficient alternative for arbitrating insolvency disputes News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82751/the-singapore-restructuring-and-insolvency-protocol-ampndash-a-cost-and-time-efficient-alternative-for-arbitrating-insolvency-disputes It enables Insolvency Practitioners, who might otherwise face lengthy and expensive legal proceedings in national courts Government Regulation Planned Irish tax benefits offer boost to multinationals News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82746/planned-irish-tax-benefits-offer-boost-to-multinationals The Irish government has been keen to implement tax policies aimed at attracting and retaining inward investment in Ireland Tax HMRC breaks silence on UK VAT recovery rules for insurance intermediaries News Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82700/hmrc-breaks-silence-on-uk-vat-recovery-rules-for-insurance-intermediaries Bryn Reynolds, a tax expert at Pinsent Masons, said the long-awaited confirmation of HMRC’s position substantially changes the VAT recovery rights in the UK’s insurance intermediary sector. Tax DLA Piper named Tax Law Firm of the Year by International Tax Review News Team Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82509/dla-piper-named-tax-law-firm-of-the-year-by-international-tax-review Among the AmLaw 100, DLA Piper continues to stand apart in helping clients navigate the increasing complexities of both US and international tax. Tax Volatile Policy Stalls U.S. Aim to Lure Business Tax Refugees Back News Team Wednesday, October 29, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82503/volatile-policy-stalls-us-aim-to-lure-business-tax-refugees-back He highlighted recent "seismic changes" in tax and trade policy Tax Guide to tax on investment funds in Ireland News Team Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82474/guide-to-tax-on-investment-funds-in-ireland Non-resident and exempt Irish investors are not subject to Irish tax on their investment Tax Mayer Brown earns five awards at 2025 ITR Tax Awards News Team Monday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82457/mayer-brown-earns-five-awards-at-2025-itr-tax-awards The annual awards “highlight the most distinguished tax and transfer pricing teams across 15 jurisdictions Tax Baker McKenzie Earns Top Rankings in the 2026 ITR World Tax EMEA Directory News Team Monday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82460/baker-mckenzie-earns-top-rankings-in-the-2026-itr-world-tax-emea-directory This prestigious recognition reflects the firm’s unwavering commitment to excellence, strategic insight, and client-focused service across complex tax matters Tax Dentons Rodyk highly ranked in ITR World Tax 2026 rankings News Team Thursday, October 23, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82432/dentons-rodyk-highly-ranked-in-itr-world-tax-2026-rankings This recognition underscores the strength of our tax capabilities, driven by the leadership of Chun Ying and Edmund. Tax Amid Shutdown, Many Taxpayer Deadlines Still Apply News Team Tuesday, October 21, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82389/amid-shutdown-many-taxpayer-deadlines-still-apply Ms. Meyercord expressed concern about navigating the system without help from the government Tax Maples Group’s Multi-Jurisdictional Tax Teams Recognised by International Tax Review News Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82365/maples-groupamprsquos-multi-jurisdictional-tax-teams-recognised-by-international-tax-review The ITR World Tax guide provides a comprehensive analysis of the world’s leading tax firms Tax Baker McKenzie Moves to New Flagship Johannesburg Office at Oxford Parks News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82778/baker-mckenzie-moves-to-new-flagship-johannesburg-office-at-oxford-parks Beyond the physical move, the relocation embodies Baker McKenzie’s forward-looking vision for law and business in Africa. Comment, Analysis & Research Maples Group Maintains Tier 1 Ranking in The Legal 500 Greater China Guide 2026 News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82780/maples-group-maintains-tier-1-ranking-in-the-legal-500-greater-china-guide-2026 Maples and Calder, the Maples Group’s law firm, is delighted to announce that its Hong Kong office has once again ranked as a Tier 1 offshore law firm Comment, Analysis & Research Norton Rose Fulbright Global Head of Litigation and Disputes recognized on D CEO's 2026 Dallas 500 list News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82786/norton-rose-fulbright-global-head-of-litigation-and-disputes-recognized-on-d-ceoamp039s-2026-dallas-500-list Richard is profiled for his leadership of Norton Rose Fulbright’s litigation practice Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons' excellence in Central Asia celebrated with top IFLR1000 2025 rankings News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82756/dentonsamp039-excellence-in-central-asia-celebrated-with-top-iflr1000-2025-rankings Earlier this autumn, IFLR1000 also recognized Dentons with quality rankings across key financial and corporate transactional practices in Western Europe Comment, Analysis & Research Crain’s Chicago Business again names Mayer Brown Chair Jon Van Gorp to 2026 “Who’s Who” list for the fourth consecutive year News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82742/crainamprsquos-chicago-business-again-names-mayer-brown-chair-jon-van-gorp-to-2026-ampldquowhoamprsquos-whoamprdquo-list-for-the-fourth-consecutive-year Since beginning his tenure in 2021, Jon has sharpened Mayer Brown’s strategic focus and strengthened the firm’s market leadership. Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons celebrates its fourth consecutive recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82747/dentons-celebrates-its-fourth-consecutive-recognition-as-one-of-canadaamprsquos-top-100-employers Canada's Top 100 Employers evaluates organizations on a range of criteria Comment, Analysis & Research Gilbert K.S. Liu named a 2025 Complex Financial Instruments MVP by Law360 News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82748/gilbert-ks-liu-named-a-2025-complex-financial-instruments-mvp-by-law360 Gil was lauded for his involvement in a number of high-profile securitization deals Comment, Analysis & Research Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2026 recognizes Mayer Brown with 11 practice area rankings and seven individual accolades (Hong Kong & China) News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82749/legal-500-asia-pacific-2026-recognizes-mayer-brown-with-11-practice-area-rankings-and-seven-individual-accolades-hong-kong-ampamp-china The guide also honored seven Mayer Brown lawyers with a total of 19 individual distinctions Comment, Analysis & Research Legal 500 Greater China guide recognizes Withers as leading firm in five practice areas News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82750/legal-500-greater-china-guide-recognizes-withers-as-leading-firm-in-five-practice-areas We are truly honoured to receive these accolades, made possible by the thoughtful feedback from our clients and business partners. Comment, Analysis & Research Dentons launches capabilities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82732/dentons-launches-capabilities-in-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo For 20 years, the members of Pathy Liongo & Associates have delivered exceptional legal services across all areas of business law. 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 Global Investment Funds practice bolstered by new Singapore hire News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82779/global-investment-funds-practice-bolstered-by-new-singapore-hire Mariana advises on a broad range of multi-jurisdictional transactions People Moves Eversheds Sutherland accelerates growth in the Middle East with a strategic double hire from King & Spalding News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82787/eversheds-sutherland-accelerates-growth-in-the-middle-east-with-a-strategic-double-hire-from-king-ampamp-spalding A record year for Eversheds Sutherland (International) with 27 lateral partners joining the firm since 1 January 2025 People Moves Mayer Brown promotes 57 lawyers to partners and counse News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82788/mayer-brown-promotes-57-lawyers-to-partners-and-counse The promoted lawyers represent seven practices and 16 offices across Mayer Brown’s international footprint. People Moves Latham & Watkins to Add Leading Real Estate Private Equity Partner in London News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82759/latham-ampamp-watkins-to-add-leading-real-estate-private-equity-partner-in-london Jeremy Kenley's arrival will further enhance the firm's global leadership for sophisticated real estate transactions. People Moves Private Equity and M&A Partner to Join Paul, Weiss in London News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82760/private-equity-and-mampampa-partner-to-join-paul-weiss-in-london Storey-Harris advises private equity sponsors and corporate clients across a broad range of transactions People Moves DLA Piper adds Sarah Chambless to Emerging Growth and Venture Capital practice News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82762/dla-piper-adds-sarah-chambless-to-emerging-growth-and-venture-capital-practice Sarah is adept at guiding companies through complex challenges in the technology and life sciences sectors People Moves Sebastian Wülbeck joins Dentons as a partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Düsseldorf News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82767/sebastian-wampuumllbeck-joins-dentons-as-a-partner-in-the-litigation-and-dispute-resolution-practice-in-dampuumlsseldorf As of December 1, 2025, he will strengthen the 20-strong Disputes group in Germany, led by Dr. Matthias Hadding. People Moves Norton Rose Fulbright further expands international capital markets team with partner hire in Amsterdam News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82745/norton-rose-fulbright-further-expands-international-capital-markets-team-with-partner-hire-in-amsterdam Peter has been recognised in various legal guides People Moves Baker McKenzie boosts Tax practice with addition of Sebastian Ma’ilei in London News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82753/baker-mckenzie-boosts-tax-practice-with-addition-of-sebastian-maamprsquoilei-in-london Prior to joining the Firm, Sebastian (Seb) worked, most recently, as a Transfer Pricing Partner in the London office of Deloitte People Moves Antitrust Partner John Carroll Returns to King & Spalding in Washington, D.C. News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82754/antitrust-partner-john-carroll-returns-to-king-ampamp-spalding-in-washington-dc Carroll returns to King & Spalding from Sheppard Mullin People Moves Addleshaw Goddard advises Baltic Storage Platform News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82772/addleshaw-goddard-advises-baltic-storage-platform This groundbreaking transaction represents the first project financing in the Baltic countries that is exclusively structured around the revenues generated by energy storage assets. Legal Advice Stephenson Harwood advises facility agent and lenders in US$250 million loan restructuring News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82774/stephenson-harwood-advises-facility-agent-and-lenders-in-us250-million-loan-restructuring This transaction was particularly challenging given the need to manage a large syndicate comprising of more than 10 lenders Legal Advice Kirkland Advises GTCR on Acquisition of Fiduciary Trust Company News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82775/kirkland-advises-gtcr-on-acquisition-of-fiduciary-trust-company The Kirkland team included corporate lawyers Ted Frankel, Chris Thomas, Edward Brennan, Dominic Adduci and Thomas Ricchio Legal Advice Advising StrideUp on £300m Shariah-compliant public securitisation News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82777/advising-strideup-on-amppound300m-shariah-compliant-public-securitisation This deal represents the first public securitisation of Shariah-compliant home purchase plan assets Legal Advice Paul, Weiss Launches Dedicated Sports Practice; Named Official Law Firm of the New York New Jersey World Cup 2026 Host Committee News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82761/paul-weiss-launches-dedicated-sports-practice-named-official-law-firm-of-the-new-york-new-jersey-world-cup-2026-host-committee The announcement comes as Paul, Weiss has been named the Official Law Firm of the New York New Jersey World Cup 2026 Host Committee. Legal Advice Dechert Advises Grant Thornton Luxembourg on Acquisition by Grant Thornton Advisors LLC News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82764/dechert-advises-grant-thornton-luxembourg-on-acquisition-by-grant-thornton-advisors-llc This acquisition expands Grant Thornton’s multinational platform by adding Grant Thornton Luxembourg, Grant Thornton UAE and Grant Thornton (Cayman) Legal Advice Appleby Advises Tether on Strategic Investment in Ledn News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82765/appleby-advises-tether-on-strategic-investment-in-ledn The Appleby team was led by Partner Dean Bennett and Senior Associate Marsha Williamson Legal Advice Addleshaw Goddard advises SEP on exit from car finance fintech Zuto News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82766/addleshaw-goddard-advises-sep-on-exit-from-car-finance-fintech-zuto SEP is a long-term investor in Zuto Legal Advice Dentons advises UniCredit on US$1.1 billion financing for Neumann Group News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82768/dentons-advises-unicredit-on-us11-billion-financing-for-neumann-group An international team from 10 jurisdictions advised UniCredit Legal Advice A&O Shearman advises on the first public Tier 1 capital issuance by a Bermudian insurer News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82770/aampampo-shearman-advises-on-the-first-public-tier-1-capital-issuance-by-a-bermudian-insurer A&O Shearman previously advised the joint lead managers on Resolution Life’s inaugural Tier 2 issuance in its debut listed bond offering. Legal Advice EU digital simplification to soften data, AI rules News Team Friday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82782/eu-digital-simplification-to-soften-data-ai-rules The proposals are subject to the usual EU law-making process FinTech Law firms like DLA Piper are embracing AI to help clients navigate compliance News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82763/law-firms-like-dla-piper-are-embracing-ai-to-help-clients-navigate-compliance Tobey also notes that AI provides a strategic advantage by offering predictive insights and proactive compliance solutions for highly regulated industries. FinTech The UK's Crypto ETN Revolution: A New Era for Digital Asset Investment News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82738/the-ukamp039s-crypto-etn-revolution-a-new-era-for-digital-asset-investment Major platforms like Hargreaves Lansdown won't offer cETNs until 2026, whilst others have adopted extensive due diligence processes. FinTech Stephenson Harwood named ‘Law Firm of the Year’ at PICCASO Privacy Awards 2025 News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82734/stephenson-harwood-named-amplsquolaw-firm-of-the-yearamprsquo-at-piccaso-privacy-awards-2025 The firm’s data protection and cybersecurity team was recognised for its work at the forefront of UK data protection law. FinTech HKSAR government’s multi-currency, digitally native notes issuance with the deployment of tokenized central bank money News Team Monday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82717/hksar-governmentamprsquos-multi-currency-digitally-native-notes-issuance-with-the-deployment-of-tokenized-central-bank-money This issuance marks the HKSAR Government’s third consecutive year of digital bond issuance FinTech New cyber obligations for tech suppliers and data centres as UK ramps up cyber security scrutiny News Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82698/new-cyber-obligations-for-tech-suppliers-and-data-centres-as-uk-ramps-up-cyber-security-scrutiny The bill comes in the wake of warnings from the NCSC in October that companies needed to step up their preparations after a rise in significant attacks. FinTech OpenAI loses copyright case in Germany News Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82699/openai-loses-copyright-case-in-germany Central to the court’s ruling was its finding that the copyrighted lyrics were memorised within ChatGPT. FinTech New dashboard offers insight into Australian data breaches News Team Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82675/new-dashboard-offers-insight-into-australian-data-breaches The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) launched the interactive Notifiable Data Breach (NDB) statistics dashboard, with a mobile version in development, as a new way to publish its bi-annual NDB reports. FinTech A guide to blockchain and cryptocurrency laws and regulations 2026: Cayman Islands (GLI chapter) News Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82625/a-guide-to-blockchain-and-cryptocurrency-laws-and-regulations-2026-cayman-islands-gli-chapter The Cayman Islands is a leading global financial centre and has developed a reputation as one of the world’s most innovative and business-friendly places to operate. FinTech Getty’s copyright case against Stability AI fails News Team Wednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82583/gettyamprsquos-copyright-case-against-stability-ai-fails The UK government is not formulating its policy on AI and copyright in a vacuum. FinTech New UK standard for sustainability assurance launched News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82724/new-uk-standard-for-sustainability-assurance-launched The new standard has been drawn up after consultations with stakeholders, professional bodies and investors, who backed it as a voluntary measure. Planet SOS Government eyes change from RPI to CPI for green energy schemes News Team Monday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82710/government-eyes-change-from-rpi-to-cpi-for-green-energy-schemes “Any adverse impact on forecasted revenues could be difficult to forget among the generator and investor communities.” Planet SOS A&O Shearman research finds closing the global USD6 trillion net zero financing gap achievable by 2029 News Team Monday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82711/aampampo-shearman-research-finds-closing-the-global-usd6-trillion-net-zero-financing-gap-achievable-by-2029 Across all major sectors , the average gap between climate investment in 2023 and the sums required between 2024 and 2030 to align to a net zero pathway was USD5.9tn (a range of USD4.5tn to USD7.8tn). Planet SOS Targets, transition and tree protection among issues to watch for at COP30 News Team Wednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82581/targets-transition-and-tree-protection-among-issues-to-watch-for-at-cop30 The data-driven monitor looks at the ambitiousness of net zero policy around the world Planet SOS Singapore’s Jurong Island green energy plans ‘an opportunity’ for tech, infrastructure and energy firms News Team Wednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82584/singaporeamprsquos-jurong-island-green-energy-plans-amplsquoan-opportunityamprsquo-for-tech-infrastructure-and-energy-firms With recent assessments highlighting the sector’s economic contribution, this move is a welcome boost for Singapore’s digital and green ambitions. Planet SOS Australian environmental reforms set to introduce new watchdog, faster approvals News Team Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82504/australian-environmental-reforms-set-to-introduce-new-watchdog-faster-approvals The legislation will also strengthen the environment minister’s ability to override the standard process Planet SOS Latham Advises on Transaction Named ESG Deal of the Year News Team Tuesday, October 28, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82481/latham-advises-on-transaction-named-esg-deal-of-the-year Firm advises on winning deal at 2025 SCI Risk Sharing Awards. Planet SOS Employers urged to prepare as UK government ramps up clean energy jobs plan News Team Wednesday, October 22, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82416/employers-urged-to-prepare-as-uk-government-ramps-up-clean-energy-jobs-plan The plan also covers extending employment rights to certain offshore workers Planet SOS Caroline May, Partner and EMEA Head of Environment, Health & Safety, recognised as a 'UK Green Ambassador' by The Legal 500 News Team Monday, October 20, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82378/caroline-may-partner-and-emea-head-of-environment-health-ampamp-safety-recognised-as-a-amp039uk-green-ambassadoramp039-by-the-legal-500 Caroline already plays a pivotal role in driving our firm's sustainability agenda Planet SOS Groundbreaking housing retrofit pilot ‘shows actual data should inform works’ News Team Friday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82361/groundbreaking-housing-retrofit-pilot-amplsquoshows-actual-data-should-inform-worksamprsquo Despite the findings from the pilot, Daniels acknowledged that there are challenges for Senze in persuading portfolio owners to adopt a measured data approach to improving the energy performance of their assets. Planet SOS UK Supreme Court overrules 'Deemed Fulfilment' Principle – What does this mean for Hong Kong contractual obligations News Team Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82758/uk-supreme-court-overrules-amp039deemed-fulfilmentamp039-principle-ampndash-what-does-this-mean-for-hong-kong-contractual-obligations Parties contracting under Hong Kong law should be aware that the outcome may depend on the specific facts and the Hong Kong court’s approach to the prevention principle. Court Cases BVI Court Appoints Liquidators to Foreign Dissolved Company News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82739/bvi-court-appoints-liquidators-to-foreign-dissolved-company The Claimants’ position was that AICO Bahrain had a clear and compelling connection to the BVI Court Cases High stakes, higher standards: Navigating duty of care in financial services News Team Wednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82752/high-stakes-higher-standards-navigating-duty-of-care-in-financial-services In order to facilitate Madam Xu's investment, the Plaintiff sought the assistance of the 1st Defendant Court Cases Ruling confirms English contract law governs debt claims News Team Tuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82720/ruling-confirms-english-contract-law-governs-debt-claims The court went on to consider – notwithstanding the fact that the Mackay v Dick principle was ruled not to apply Court Cases “Truly Extraordinary”: Flexibility In Granting Winding Up Orders News Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82693/ampldquotruly-extraordinaryamprdquo-flexibility-in-granting-winding-up-orders This judgment demonstrates the Court’s extensive power to wind up companies, and provides a helpful reminder that creditors can petition Court Cases Drawing the Boundaries: Cayman Court of Appeal Rules on Shareholder Misrep Claims News Team Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82695/drawing-the-boundaries-cayman-court-of-appeal-rules-on-shareholder-misrep-claims The rule in Houldsworth2 establishes that a shareholder cannot bring a Shareholder Misrep Claim. Court Cases Hogan Lovells secures another major victory for PrivatBank as English High Court orders former owners to pay over US$3 billion News Team Thursday, November 13, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82685/hogan-lovells-secures-another-major-victory-for-privatbank-as-english-high-court-orders-former-owners-to-pay-over-us3-billion The Hogan Lovells team advising PrivatBank was led by Hogan Lovells partners Richard Lewis Court Cases GDPR Non-Material Damages Claims in Ireland: Procedure Clarified, Expectations Lowered News Team Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82643/gdpr-non-material-damages-claims-in-ireland-procedure-clarified-expectations-lowered The decision provides welcome clarity for organisations and individuals on the appropriate procedural route for such data breach compensation claims Court Cases Helping families in times of need News Team Tuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82648/helping-families-in-times-of-need Individuals and families come to us with wide ranging situations Court Cases Cost awards currency question answered by UK Supreme Court News Team Monday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am https://legal.managersofwealth.com/article/82633/cost-awards-currency-question-answered-by-uk-supreme-court The court rejected arguments that decisions on which currency to award costs should factor in currency fluctuations or who funded the litigation. 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