Guernsey Litigation Guide 2022 (Chambers)

In December 2025 the Guernsey Court of Appeal handed down its decision in Pilatus (PTC) Ltd v RBC Trustees Ltd. The judgment provides important guidance on what constitutes trust property...

Briefing Summary:The new guides provide the latest legal information on litigation funding, initiating a lawsuit, pre-trial proceedings, discovery, injunctive relief, trials...

The new guides provide the latest legal information on litigation funding, initiating a lawsuit, pre-trial proceedings, discovery, injunctive relief, trials and hearings...

On the back of that decision the Court of Appeal has now handed down its interesting and, in part, novel judgment dealing with the question of the Trustee's costs.

Recent Court of Appeal decisions in Guernsey have exposed fundamental concerns about the independence and fairness of the regulatory enforcement process used by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission. Three landmark cases reveal systemic issues with how career-ending sanctions are determined, raising questions about whether the current system meets basic standards of natural justice and whether it remains fit for purpose in a leading international finance centre.

Carey Olsen has bolstered its dispute resolution and litigation team in Guernsey with the appointment of senior associate Robin Gist.

The Carey Olsen team has authored litigation guides for the five offshore law jurisdictions we advise on for the Chambers Global Practice Guides 2025.

This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of litigation laws and regulations applicable in Guernsey.

Interim freezing injunctions serve as a critical mechanism in Guernsey for preventing respondents from dissipating or transferring assets during legal proceedings. The Royal Court's flexible approach to granting these orders, whether in support of domestic or international proceedings, demonstrates Guernsey's commitment to maintaining its reputation as a reputable international financial centre while balancing the rights of both applicants and respondents.

This article considers a recent Guernsey Court of Appeal judgment regarding the interpretation of a trust instrument.

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 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.

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

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

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 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...