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Dive into the latest Offshore Litigation Blog posts featuring case law updates across multiple jurisdictions. Our blog houses our remit's latest case law, guides, and related developments. All our blogs are available in audio. So whether you like to 📰 or 🎧, we’ve got you covered. ✒️ The Court’s power to overcome “impracticability” and convening general meetings → https://lnkd.in/eurv-9ja ✒️ An Offer They Could Refuse – Grand Court refuses to discharge worldwide freezer → https://lnkd.in/eKkf4wUH ✒️ Baking the office a batter place with Joey Wong → https://lnkd.in/e5qAgXKe 👇 Don’t want to miss out on our blogs? Sign up for our newsletter via the link in the comments to get new content delivered directly to your inbox. #offshorelitigationblog #litigationupdates #litigationinsights

Partner Josh Mangeot, and Associate Myles Chingara contributed the BVI chapter in the Crypto Assets in Trusts and Foundations comprehensive guide, which is now available in hard copy. It offers unparalleled insights into the legal landscapes affecting crypto holdings. From legal definitions to compliance and tax implications, key topics are covered in a format to encourage comparison and informed decision-making. Topics covered include: - The legal status of crypto assets - Pertinent laws - Legal aspects of acquisition and custody - Anti-money laundering obligations - Tax implications - Documentation requirements The book was written by leading experts across 20 key trust and foundation jurisdictions, edited by Niklas J.R.M. Schmidt and Ross Belhomme at Wolf Theiss, and co-published by Globe Law and Business Ltd and STEP – Advising Families Across Generations. Get your copy here: https://lnkd.in/dhmbzCGB #crypto #trust #foundation

On 31 July 2024, the UK government published the Russia Regulations 2024, under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018. Laid before Parliament on 30 July 2024 and effective from 31 July 2024, these regulations amend the Russia Regulations 2019. Read this blog post here: https://lnkd.in/eSZstqxW Also, catch up on our other recent posts: ✒️ Progress and challenges in implementing FATF standards on Virtual Assets - https://lnkd.in/ebHhkjz6 ✒️ Bermuda Monetary Authority and Abu Dhabi Global Market sign digital assets agreement - https://lnkd.in/eY_nKjby ✒️ EDPB issues opinion on main establishment rules for data controllers - https://lnkd.in/eGkjfB74 ✒️ Luxembourg Tax Authorities provide clarifications on the tax treatment for dissolutions of companies without liquidation - https://lnkd.in/eau9T7Pf ✒️ UK toughens sanctions against Russian “shadow fleet” and issues call to action on maritime safety - https://lnkd.in/enR3KSTa Don't want to miss out on our posts? Sign up to our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eshfpYCr #RegulatoryBlog #Regulatory #VirtualAssets

The Companies Law of the Republic of Cyprus was amended on 26 July 2024 to introduce additional powers for the Registrar of Companies to correct, delete or include additional information in the registers in an effort to enhance the integrity and accuracy of their records.   Read more in this update by Partner Sonia Hamshaw here: https://lnkd.in/gSi4kHKs   #Cyprus #CompaniesLaw 

We are excited to announce that we have bolstered our Cayman Islands Litigation & Insolvency and Restructuring practice groups with the appointment of James Eggleton, who re-joins the firm as a partner. James brings a wealth of expertise in cross-border insolvency and contentious commercial matters. He specialises in financial services, investment funds, and shareholder disputes, and his practice typically involves complex, high-value litigation. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eJ2eGwju #Litigation #CaymanIslands

We are excited to announce Mike Belshe as keynote speaker at CoinAlts 2024. Mike Belshe is the co-founder and CEO of BitGo and an internet pioneer. At BitGo, Mike drives product and business strategy for delivering security, compliance, and custodial solutions for blockchain-based currencies. Attendance is complimentary for clients of our firm, and those of fellow premier sponsors: Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP, MG Stover LLC, and KPMG. Interested in attending? Register now: https://lnkd.in/gsRB4BXy #Web3 #DigitalAssets #Crypto

Our Global Head of Trusts and Private Wealth, Henry Mander, was interviewed by eprivateclient after our recent win in the Offshore Law Firm (Multi-jurisdictional) category at the 2024 eprivateclient Excellence Awards.   The discussion examined our journey as a standalone law firm after the sale of Harneys Fiduciary, our Private Wealth offering, our commitment to increasing diversity and our innovative approach to embracing technology.   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eRMFrS5b

We have been shortlisted for Law Firm of the Year - Caribbean in the Citywealth IFC Awards 2025!   The awards highlight the excellence of the advisers and managers in the private wealth sector in the major international financial centres.   Voting closes on 27 September.  To find out more and cast your vote, visit: https://lnkd.in/enWFi3uY   #PrivateWealth #Caribbean #LawFirmOfTheYear

Following the entry into effect of the provisions on Asset-Referenced Tokens and Electronic Money Tokens under Regulation (EU) 2023/1114 (MiCA) on 30 June 2024, July was packed with a number of significant MiCA-related developments. Read this blog post here: https://lnkd.in/eCkpbaEG Also, catch up on our other recent posts: ✒️ CySEC launches Regulatory Sandbox for FinTech and RegTech innovations - https://lnkd.in/eeNRRipS ✒️ Key guidelines of CSSF Circular 24/856 on Investor Protection (NAV errors/breach of investment restrictions and other errors) - https://lnkd.in/eTnzJw5W ✒️ EBA issues Travel Rule Guidelines for crypto asset and fund transfers - https://lnkd.in/ea3aDHTX ✒️ CySEC announces new requirement for Crypto-Asset Service Providers - https://lnkd.in/ebmydDiX ✒️ A comprehensive overview of the Luxembourg Non Performing Loans Law: A new legal framework - https://lnkd.in/enaYWtkM Don't want to miss out on our posts? Sign up to our newsletter: https://lnkd.in/eshfpYCr

We have won Best Offshore Law Firm at the China Business Law Journal Awards for the sixth consecutive year. We were also recognised in three other categories: restructuring & insolvency, structured finance & securitisation, and family wealth management. Shanghai Managing Partner Vicky Lord said: “We are delighted to be recognised once again by China Business Law Journal. Our commitment to client service is reflected in these accolades, underscoring our dedication to professionalism, responsiveness, and innovation. Thank you to those who nominated us." Find out more: https://lnkd.in/eWFhn88k #China #Restructuring #WealthManagement