ARTICLE · 27 AUGUST 2014

M&A Disputes In The Cayman Islands

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The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas Territory and a major global financial centre.

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The Cayman Islands are a British Overseas Territory and a major global financial centre. Over 40 of the top 50 major banks are licensed in the Cayman Islands and there are over 10,000 registered investment funds. The legal system is based on the English common law with the Privy Council in London being the ultimate court of appeal.

A significant number of M&A deals are governed by the law of the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands are also frequently chosen as a neutral forum for the resolution of disputes. The Cayman Islands have recently enacted modern arbitration laws which are loosely based on the UNCITRAL model law. There is also a bespoke division of the Court known as the Financial Services Division or FSD. The FSD's sole remit is to handle commercial disputes.

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