Guernsey’s New Trust Law Makes Its Mark

Guernsey's new Trust Law is "well-crafted" and stands up well against international competition according to a leading academic.

Speaking at a masterclass in central London last night Professor Paul Matthews, visiting professor at King's College London and consultant to Withers, said: "It stands up pretty well internationally and we'll see just how much better the new Guernsey Trust Law is than most of the competition.

"This law strikes me as one of the most well-crafted trust laws that I have come across – and I have seen quite a few. There's an element of something for everyone and Guernsey has learned from mistakes learned elsewhere and has been rather cautious before making its mark. The wait has been worthwhile."