Jersey Divorce Reform

In 2011, 40% of Jersey's population were married, 8% were remarried and 10% of the population were divorced. Whilst we eagerly await the results of the recent 2021 census...

Jersey's succession and probate laws have undergone significant modernization through the 2026 Amendment Law, fundamentally changing how surviving spouses inherit property and clarifying inheritance rights for blended families. How will these reforms to dower rights, collateral succession rules, and the gender-neutral principal heir concept affect your estate planning strategy?

Modern trust structures face unprecedented challenges from aging populations, evolving family dynamics, and changing investment expectations. How can trustees navigate mental capacity issues...

Previously in the case of "In the matter of the representation of the Sanne Trust Company Limited", the Royal Court held that steps may be taken to protect the identity of minors and the privacy of the trust arrangements.

Many practitioners will appreciate that Jersey is a self-governing Crown Dependency with constitutional rights of self-government and judicial independence.

Unmarried couples frequently buy property to be their joint home.

The Civil Status (Abolition of Legitimacy Etc) (Jersey) Law 2025 (the Law), which came into force on 24 November 2025 has abolished the concept of illegitimacy in Jersey.

Parental responsibility is sometimes referred to by its previous guises of "custody" or "parental rights".

Jersey has achieved a groundbreaking legal development by securing Royal Assent for the Assisted Dying (Jersey) Law 2026, positioning itself as the first jurisdiction in the British Isles to legalise assisted dying. The legislation establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework with multiple safeguards, independent medical assessments, and voluntary healthcare professional participation for terminally ill adults seeking medical assistance to end their lives.

Where a person holds assets in Jersey, they should consider whether they wish to appoint someone who can manage those assets in the event that they should lose capacity to do so themselves.

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

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 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.

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 ...

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

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.