ArticleCayman Islands Roundup - January 2013A summary of recent legislative and industry news from the Cayman Islands.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawHarneys
ArticleCayman Islands STAR Trusts: Reinforcing The Role Of EnforcersOn 1 February 2024, Kawaley J handed down a judgment in the case of In re G Trust (Cause No. FSD 270 of 2023) in which he commented on some of the key features of Cayman Islands...Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers
ArticleChanges To The Cayman Islands Companies LawThe Companies Law (Amendment) Law, 2011 (the "Amendment Law") was brought into force in the Cayman Islands on April 27th, 2011.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawHarneys
ArticleCheck Your Privilege: Cayman Islands Companies And Disclosure ObligationsIn 58.com (an ongoing merger appraisal rights case where the Maples Group acts for the company), the Grand Court ("Court") has ruled that, in litigation against its shareholders...Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawMaples Group
ArticleChinese Take-privates: End Of A US Affair?Matt Roberts discusses privatization by Chinese listed companies in the July issue of China Business Law Journal.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawMaples Group
ArticleDeregistration Of Cayman Private Trust Companies And Controlled SubsidiariesIn November 2020, following an industry consultation process, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority issued a Regulatory Procedure on the deregistration of controlled subsidiaries registered pursuant to ...Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawConyers
ArticleFund Governance During Today's Global Travel ChallengesGlobal travel bans and lengthy quarantine periods in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic have created another challenge for operators of many investment funds. Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawMaples Group
ArticleGovernment Discusses Banking Requirements For CharitiesGeneral Registry and the Ministry of Financial Services have met with local banks to address concerns surrounding banking requirements for charitable organisations, specifically in relation to the opening of bank accounts by non-profit organisations. Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawCayman Islands Government
ArticleGuide On Comprehensive CRS Reviews In The Cayman IslandsThe Cayman Islands Department for International Tax Cooperation ("DITC") has announced the forthcoming commencement of CRS comprehensive reviews. Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawStuarts Humphries
ArticleInvestment Funds Observations 2017 - Part TwoFrom our vantage point as advisers to many of the world's top hedge fund managers, broad market forces flow through to our instructions, and ultimately drive many of the terms of the funds we advise. Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers
ArticleIt's Personal: Privy Council Confirms Cayman Islands Law On Shareholders' Personal Rights Against A CompanyThe Judicial Committee of the Privy Council (the "JCPC") has handed down its much-anticipated judgment in Tianrui (International) Holding Company Ltd v China Shanshui Cement Group Ltd [2024] UKPC 36...Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers
ArticleKey Dates And Preparations For Voluntary Liquidation In The Cayman IslandsCayman Islands-based companies considering a 2024 year-end voluntary liquidation should plan early to avoid stress and ensure timely filing as the firm nears the end of its lifecycle.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawStuarts Humphries
ArticleManaging And Resolving Hedge Fund And Private Equity Fund DisputesManaging and resolving hedge fund and private equity disputes continues to be a key area of focus, according to Corporate Disputes.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawHarneys
ArticleMentorship Matters: Megan Wright On Supporting Cayman YouthAs part of her ongoing commitment to building community and developing future talent, Megan Wright, Partner and Head of Corporate at Cayman Islands...Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawStuarts Humphries
ArticleNavigating The Shifts In US Deal MakingSponsors are targeting exits and exploring high-growth sectors like quantum computing, data centres, fintech and sports franchises to capture innovation-driven deal flow.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers
ArticleNPO Registrar Promotes Risk ManagementThe Registrar is part of the General Registry, under the Ministry of Financial Services and Commerce.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawCayman Islands Government
ArticleProtection Of Dissenters' RightsIn a recent case before the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands Walkers, along with Robert Levy QC as leading counsel, has successfully argued that a dissenting shareholder in proceedings...Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers
ArticleSegregated Portfolio CompaniesCayman Islands law permits the registration of segregated portfolio companies ("SPC"). Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawConyers
ArticleTerminating Your Cayman Company To Avoid 2025 Annual FeesIf you have a Cayman company which has no assets or liabilities and would like to terminate this entity to avoid 2025 annual fees, please contact our specialist full-service liquidations team in Dubai.Cayman IslandsCorporate/Commercial LawWalkers