Fraud, Asset Tracing And Recovery 2026 - Bermuda (Commercial Dispute Resolution, CDR)

This case has been keenly discussed across major international private client and trust common law jurisdictions.

Managing High‑Value Reinsurance Disputes in Bermuda’s Evolving Arbitration Landscape

On 18 August 2025, the Supreme Court of Bermuda delivered its judgment in the case of Annuity & Life Re Ltd and Pope Asset Management LLC v Kingboard Copper Foil Holdings Ltd and Others...

The Court of Appeal strongly disagreed with this logic and ordered that the appeal should in any event be public.

The intersection between the court's power to bless the decision of a trustee and the impact of a settlor's wishes on trustee

Mr Ivanishvili initiated litigation proceedings against various Credit Suisse entities across the world: in Switzerland (criminal proceedings against the banker and civil proceedings against the Bank), in Singapore (a claim against the trustee for breach of fiduciary duties) and in Bermuda.

In a judgment dated 25 January 2021, the Supreme Court has exercised the jurisdiction arising under section 47A of the Trustee Act 1975 to set aside a variation of a trust (which itself had followed a successful application ...

Welcome to the Collas Crill Caribbean and Bermudian Brief – a concise round-up of significant recent decisions and legal developments affecting offshore and cross-border litigation.

The optimists among us look for "silver-linings" in these challenging times. One of these is affirmation of our capacity for innovation and adaptation as individuals and businesses

In order for a foreign judgment to be enforced in the BVI, it must either be: (1) registered and recognised as enforceable under the Reciprocal Enforcement of Judgments Act 1922; or ...

Briefing Summary:This document summarises certain key aspects of Guernsey taxation law for the calendar years 2025 and 2026.

The Cayman Islands investment funds sector continues to evolve with significant regulatory updates affecting reporting requirements and the introduction of a new framework for tokenised funds. Key changes include modifications to Common Reporting Standards and Economic Substance filing procedures, alongside the implementation of legislation enabling digital token representation of fund interests.

The Cayman Islands has introduced significant regulatory developments for digital assets, including a dedicated framework for tokenised funds, enhanced AML and sanctions rules, and strengthened market conduct requirements for virtual asset service providers. These changes provide greater regulatory certainty while reinforcing the jurisdiction's position as a leading hub for digital assets and fintech innovation.

The British Virgin Islands is advancing its position in the digital assets space through the implementation of CRS 2.0 and progress towards CARF, while single-asset, closed-ended vehicles are gaining traction for tokenised funds and blockchain projects. These regulatory developments and structural innovations are reshaping how crypto assets and real world asset tokenisation projects can be efficiently structured in this jurisdiction.

The Population Management Law, 2016 is to come into force on 3 April 2017.

Jeremy Garrood, a Partner in Carey Olsen's Dispute resolution team appeared in the Royal Court of Jersey on Friday 26 January 2018 instructed by the UK Official Receiver to apply for the appointment of Jersey liquidators ...

The British Virgin Islands investment funds sector demonstrates continued resilience with sustained growth in Approved Funds and Private Investment Funds, while the Approved Investment Manager regime maintains strong momentum with 1,337 active managers as of Q1 2026.

New CIMA Rules effective September 2026 will transform anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance for Cayman Islands investment funds, elevating previous guidance to directly enforceable requirements. Fund governing bodies face enhanced responsibilities including mandatory annual AML training, independent audit requirements, and stricter AMLCO independence standards. Understanding these practical implications and preparing appropriate compliance frameworks will be essential for funds and their service p

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has introduced new enforceable Rules on anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance, effective September 18, 2026. These Rules transform previous guidance into directly enforceable requirements, establishing clear obligations for regulated entities including mandatory annual training for governing bodies, independent audit requirements, and enhanced AMLCO independence standards.

The Population Management (Guernsey) Law, 2016 (the Law) requires everyone who lives and/or works in Guernsey (and who is aged 16 or over...