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This guide outlines the legal issues related to the appointment of a nominee director, subsequent to nomination pursuant to a shareholders agreement or otherwise, and the extent to which such director may be regarded as subject to the wishes of the nominator in addition to or in the place of his fiduciary duties.

In the constantly evolving regulatory, political, and economic landscape of Latin America, high net-worth (HNW) families face unique challenges in the preservation and intergenerational transfer of wealth...

This client note is the first in a series of regular briefings providing an update on recent developments relevant to organisations based in the Channel Islands and Cayman Islands who have Russian clients...

Both the Bailiwick of Guernsey and Bailiwick of Jersey are British Crown Dependencies and do not form part of England, the UK or the EU.

The starting point, in Guernsey, is that every person is entitled to the peaceful enjoyment of their property. This right is not absolute but any infringement by the State must be proportionate...

The case of Sevilleja v Marex Financial Ltd (Marex) cast the spotlight firmly on what remedies are available to creditors and shareholders of a company.

The Royal Court's latest judgment on an application to approve liquidators' fees demonstrates a strong and thorough approach to protecting creditors.

Generative AI is already part of how many organisations work, and staff will increasingly turn to it to assist with their work, even in businesses that have not officially addressed its use.

This guide outlines the legal and regulatory issues related to the carrying on of investment advisory or management business in or from within Jersey.

Judgment was recently given in the first shareholder class action claim in England, Sharp v Blank [2019] EWHC 3078 (Ch).

Corporate applications ('CAs') are formal proceedings (such as winding-up petitions and unfair prejudice claims) filed pursuant to specific legislation in order to resolve corporate disputes or compel action involving or relating to a company.

The Cayman Islands has developed a framework for the enforcement of foreign judgments, including arbitral awards, which has long been recognised as friendly to those wishing to enforce judgments or awards...

It is no secret that the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (the Law) is in need of review and reform. Various attempts have been made to encourage reform by both practitioners and the Justice Minister...

Companies can change their nationality through a process called migration, continuation, or redomiciliation. This comprehensive guide examines the eligibility requirements, procedural steps...

In December 2019 the Guernsey Court of Appeal handed down its decision in Molard International (PTC) Limited and Pullborough Int. Corp v Rusnano Capital AG (in liquidation)

It is no secret that the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (the Law) is in need of review and reform. Various attempts have been made to encourage reform by both practitioners...

An increasing number of people have sought to make Wills during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given restrictions on social interaction and physical distancing

The Channel Islands Securities Exchange offers a personalised approach and fast track processing of listing applications within a well regulated marketplace.