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Michael Absell

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Outlook 2025: Bermuda

With the New Year underway, there is a wide range of regulatory updates to reflect on and prepare for. While navigating these changes may seem complex, the Regulatory & Risk Advisory team is here to assist. The Outlook outlines… more

Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Compliance, Data Protection, Employees

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Ben Adamson

Successful Defense of Contentious Special General Meeting Dispute: the Nan Hai Judgment

In Ho Kwok Leung Glen, Hau Kai Ling and Ge Jun v Nan Hai Corporation Limited [2024] SC (Bda) 2 Civ, 31 January 2024, the Supreme Court of Bermuda (the “Court”) rejected the Plaintiffs’ application for a declaration that seven… more

Bermuda, Board of Directors, Bylaws, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Restructuring

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Piers Alexander

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Robert Alexander

Why Corporations Looking to Move from Delaware Should Consider Redomiciling to Bermuda: A Legal Perspective

Recent decisions in the Delaware courts have prompted many corporate groups to re-evaluate if Delaware is the best domicile for their operations. Delaware has been the first choice US jurisdiction for incorporating corporate… more

Bermuda, Board of Directors, Business Entities, Conflicts of Interest, Controlling Stockholders

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Michelle Au

The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.’s Withdrawal of Winding Up Petition and Sale of Material Assets

Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. (the “Company“) in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in… more

Acquisitions, Business Litigation, Cayman Islands, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Satjivan Aujla

Bermuda’s Economic Investment Residential Certificate

Prior to 31 March 2023 an application could be made for an “Economic Investment Certificate” by non-Bermudian individuals who invested at least BM$2.5 million in the island. The certificate was valid for a five years, after… more

Bermuda, Investment, Non-Residents, Qualified Investment Funds (QIFs), Regulatory Requirements

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Marcello Ausenda

Norway Bulletin 2025

We are pleased to present the Conyers Norway Bulletin for 2025. This edition highlights key developments impacting Bermuda-incorporated companies in the Norwegian market over the past year. The Euronext Oslo Børs demonstrated… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, Bond Markets, Bonds, Capital Markets

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Andrew Barnes

Bermuda SMS/MMS Marketing Guidance Note

Cross-border marketing of products or services by an overseas company (a body corporate incorporated outside of Bermuda) to customers in Bermuda could be construed as carrying on business in Bermuda and, if so, would be… more

Advertising, Bermuda, Consent, Data Protection, Marketing

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Ashley Bento

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Outlook 2025: Bermuda

With the New Year underway, there is a wide range of regulatory updates to reflect on and prepare for. While navigating these changes may seem complex, the Regulatory & Risk Advisory team is here to assist. The Outlook outlines… more

Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Compliance, Data Protection, Employees

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Ernest Bickley

Light Touch Provisional Liquidation Lives On: Cayman Court Offers Clarification After Introduction of the Restructuring Officer Regime

On August 31, 2022, Part V of the Cayman Islands Companies Act (the “Companies Act”) was amended to introduce the new role of a court-appointed “Restructuring Officer” and a dedicated “Restructuring Petition” (the “RO Regime”)… more

Bankruptcy Court, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Maddison Billinghurst

Conyers Coverage Summer 2023 – Issue 9 – Cayman Islands

A warm welcome to our latest edition of Conyers Coverage. It’s been a dizzying year to date for the Cayman Islands (re)insurance industry, so it’s time for some updates and insights. The momentum is real and the pipeline is… more

Acquisitions, AML/CFT, Beneficial Owner, Cayman Islands, CIMA

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Sarah Blair

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Outlook 2025: Bermuda

With the New Year underway, there is a wide range of regulatory updates to reflect on and prepare for. While navigating these changes may seem complex, the Regulatory & Risk Advisory team is here to assist. The Outlook outlines… more

Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Compliance, Data Protection, Employees

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Erik Bodden

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Clare Bradin

Regulatory Disputes Series: A Spotlight on Crypto

In the First Edition of our Regulatory Disputes Series, digital assets and fintech topped our list of hot topics to watch for the future of offshore regulatory disputes. In this Fourth Edition, we provide an update on relevant… more

Cayman Islands, Compliance, Corporate Governance, Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets

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Robert Briant

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Jacari Brimmer-Landy

Economic Substance Declaration Filings – May 2025

The Economic Substance Act 2018 (the “Act”) requires Bermuda-based entities that are carrying on a “relevant activity” in a relevant financial period and entities claiming “non-resident entity” status under the Act to file an… more

Banking Sector, Bermuda, Business Entities, Compliance, Corporate Governance

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Matthew Brown

Winding Up Proceedings Prevail: Privy Council Confirms No Stay of Liquidation in Favour of Arbitration

The Privy Council has recently upheld a BVI judgment refusing stay of a winding up petition in favour of arbitration. The recent Sian Participation Corp (In Liquidation) v Halimeda International Ltd1 Privy Council decision… more

Appeals, British Virgin Islands, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies, Creditors

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Nicola Bruce

Private Client & Trust Bulletin – Fall 2021

Welcome to the sixth edition of our Private Client Bulletin, bringing you the latest private client and trust news and insights from Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, BVI and Asia. This edition features articles on offshore trust… more

Asia, Beneficiaries, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands

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Anne Campbell

Why Choose Bermuda for Private Clients

Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory with a parliamentary legislature and has been largely self-governing since 1620. It has economic, legal and political stability which attracts international businesses and… more

Bermuda, Corporate Governance, Economic Development, Estate Planning, Family Offices

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Daniella Carrazana

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Jonathan Casey

Hidden Assets and Divorce

Disagreements are not uncommon in divorce. If a separation is acrimonious, one spouse may try to deprive the other of their share of assets. In some cases, a party may hide bank accounts or assets as part of an effort to evade… more

Bermuda, Disclosure, Division of Assets, Divorce, Family Law Courts

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Peter Ch'ng

Trustee's Duty and Anti-Bartlett Clauses - The Ivanishvilli Redux

Just when trustees are feeling safe to go back into the water after the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal spoke in Zhang Hong Li v. DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Ltd [2019] along comes Ivanishvilli v. Credit Suisse Trust Ltd [2023] where… more

Asset Management, Breach of Duty, Business Litigation, Corporate Governance, Fiduciary Duty

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Andrew Chen

Conyers BVI Quarterly Corporate Update – Q2 2023

Welcome to the latest edition of our Quarterly Corporate Update covering recent developments in the British Virgin Islands. Following the flurry of legislative amendments in the latter half of 2022 and Q1 2023, Q2 has been… more

British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, BVI Business Companies, Corporate Governance, Corporate Sales Transactions

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Beverly Cheung

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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Angie Chu

Key Advantages of Using Cayman Islands Exempted Companies

Cayman Islands companies are commonly used in structuring international transactions. The Cayman Islands has also established itself as the jurisdiction of choice for the listed issuers on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. As at May… more

Acquisitions, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Cross-Border Transactions, Hong Kong Stock Exchange

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Charlotte Cloete

Hard Deadline for Filing 2019 Economic Substance Return Upcoming on 30 April 2021

Relevant entities carrying on all types of relevant activity (except for those carrying on intellectual property business) under the International Tax Co-operation (Economic Substance) Act (2021 Revision) (“ES Act”) with a… more

Cayman Islands, Corporate Taxes, Economic Substance Doctrine, International Tax Issues, Offshore Funds

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Charles Collis

Bermuda Insurance Code of Conduct: Conduct of Business and Conflict of Interest Policy Compliance Deadline

Effective 1 September 2022, the Bermuda Monetary Authority (the “BMA”) issued a revised Insurance Code of Conduct (the “Code of Conduct”) which, among other things, expanded the duties, requirements, standards and principles… more

Bermuda, Code of Conduct, Conflicts of Interest, Insurance Acts, Insurance Industry

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Guy Cooper

Norway Bulletin 2025

We are pleased to present the Conyers Norway Bulletin for 2025. This edition highlights key developments impacting Bermuda-incorporated companies in the Norwegian market over the past year. The Euronext Oslo Børs demonstrated… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, Bond Markets, Bonds, Capital Markets

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Helen Cooper

Bermuda Philanthropic Structures Continue to Grow in Popularity

With its well-respected regulatory regime and highly regarded professional services industry, Bermuda continues to be an ideal location for the creation of an international philanthropic or charitable structure. Companies and… more

Bermuda, Companies Act, Corporate Governance, Philanthropy, Professional Services Companies

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William Cooper

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Outlook 2025: Bermuda

With the New Year underway, there is a wide range of regulatory updates to reflect on and prepare for. While navigating these changes may seem complex, the Regulatory & Risk Advisory team is here to assist. The Outlook outlines… more

Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Compliance, Data Protection, Employees

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Karen Corless

Family Wealth Management with Bermuda Trusts

Bermuda is a popular and highly regarded jurisdiction for managing the offshore family assets of wealthy, international families due to several favourable characteristics. As a high-quality international financial centre,… more

Asset Management, Bermuda, Investment, Investors, Jurisdiction

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Oliver Cross

British Virgin Islands: Special Purpose Vehicles for Luxury Assets

For family offices, high-net-worth individuals (HNWI) and ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWI) considering the purchase of luxury assets (in particular yachts, artworks and aircraft) there are multiple factors to consider,… more

Acquisitions, British Virgin Islands, BVI Business Companies, Companies Act, Corporate Governance

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Alex Davies

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Tameka Davis

Sunrise Radio Considered – Is a Debt-for-equity Swap Carried Out at an Undervalue Unfairly Prejudicial?

On 27 March 2025, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, sitting in the Territory of the Virgin Islands, handed down its decision in BVIHCMAP2024/0002 Amstel Investment Holdings Limited and others v AMS Holdings Limited and others… more

Appeals, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies

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Elizabeth Denman

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Alan Dickson

VASP FAQs: Key Information for Cayman Islands Virtual Asset Service Providers

The VASP Act defines “Virtual Assets” as digital representations of value that can be digitally traded or transferred and can be used for payment or investment purposes. Digital representations of fiat currencies (which is… more

Anti-Money Laundering, Blockchain, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Corporate Governance

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Lana Dixon

Cayman STAR Trusts: A Powerful Structure for Employee Benefit Trusts and Master Insurance Policies

The Cayman Islands is a premier jurisdiction for innovative trust structures, and its STAR trusts have gained prominence for their flexibility and utility in corporate settings. STAR Trusts are a form of trust that is unique to… more

Asset Protection, Cayman Islands, Employee Benefits, Financial Services Industry, Insurance Industry

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Alexander Doyle

Updates to the HKEX Paperless Listing Regime – Are You In Compliance?

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited published on 24 January 2025 its Conclusions on Further Paperless Listing Reforms. The proposals adopted include, among others, that issuers are to: - provide securities holders with… more

Compliance, Corporate Governance, Financial Services Industry, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Listing Rules

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Christopher Eakin

Navigating the Challenges of Complying with Immigration Requirements

Continued growth in the industry, confidence in the jurisdiction, and economic substance factors have seen a number of leading reinsurers establish or expand their physical presence in the Cayman Islands over the past year. For… more

Business Visitor, Cayman Islands, Employment Authorization Documents (EAD), Foreign Nationals, Foreign Workers

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Jeffrey Elkinson

In the Matter of the P Trusts: Court Ensures Public Trustee v Cooper Application Does Not Get Hijacked

By means of a category two Public Trustee v Cooper application, in which Jeffrey Elkinson and Britt Smith of Conyers, led by Brian Green KC, acted for the successful plaintiffs, the first plaintiff as trustee, and the second… more

Beneficiaries, Bermuda, Settlement Agreements, Trustees, Trusts

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Kiah Estwick

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Richard Evans

BVI Court of Appeal Upholds Directors' Right to Inspect Company Documents, Including Litigation Funding Details

In a recent decision, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Courts’ Court of Appeal reaffirmed the statutory rights of directors under the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 (the “BCA”) to inspect company documents, including unredacted… more

Appeals, Board of Directors, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Business Litigation

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Cristina Faro

ReConnect Recap: Key Takeaways from the 2025 Conference

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Capital Requirements, Cayman Islands, Government Agencies, Insurance Industry, Investment Funds

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Sarah Howie (Farquhar)

Understanding Outsourcing Obligations for Cayman Islands Funds

It has been two years since the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) introduced its Rule on Corporate Governance for Regulated Entities (the “Corporate Governance Rule”), and a year and a half since it came into force. This… more

Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence

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Frank Farrell

ReConnect Recap: Key Takeaways from the 2025 Conference

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Capital Requirements, Cayman Islands, Government Agencies, Insurance Industry, Investment Funds

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Dr. Jane Fedotova

BVI Court of Appeal Upholds Directors' Right to Inspect Company Documents, Including Litigation Funding Details

In a recent decision, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Courts’ Court of Appeal reaffirmed the statutory rights of directors under the BVI Business Companies Act, 2004 (the “BCA”) to inspect company documents, including unredacted… more

Appeals, Board of Directors, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Business Litigation

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Barnabas Finnigan

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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Wayne Flanagan

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Eric Flaye

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Mark Forte

Modified Universalism in the Context of Officeholder Sanction Applications

Russell Crumpler & Christopher Farmer (as Joint Liquidators of Three Arrows Capital Ltd (in Liquidation)) v Three Arrows Capital Ltd (in Liquidation) and BVIHC (Com) 2022/0119 (unreported 26 July 2023) The BVI liquidation of… more

Appeals, Bankruptcy Code, British Virgin Islands, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies

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Natalie Fung

Hong Kong Court Grants Recognition and Assistance to Official Liquidators Appointed in the British Virgin Islands

On 23 October 2024, Deputy High Court Judge Le Pichon of the Court of First Instance in the High Court of the Hong Kong SAR granted recognition and assistance to Chan Ho Yin (also known as Michael Chan) (“Mr Chan“) of Kroll (HK)… more

Asset Tracing, British Virgin Islands, Business Litigation, Corporate Governance, Creditors

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Chris Garrod

Insurance Bulletin - Spring 2021

What a year it has been since our last Insurance Bulletin in March 2020. Although the full impact of Covid-19 on the re/insurance industry remains unclear, the need to retain capital to meet potential losses has contributed to a… more

Acquisition Agreements, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Corporate Sales Transactions, Insurance Regulations

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Philippa Gilkes

ReConnect Recap: Key Takeaways from the 2025 Conference

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Capital Requirements, Cayman Islands, Government Agencies, Insurance Industry, Investment Funds

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Charles Goldblatt

Assisting Foreign Restructurings – BVI Expands List of Countries Able to Seek Assistance

The British Virgin Islands has, as of 18 September 2024, extended the list of ‘Relevant Foreign Countries’ for the purposes of Part XIX of the BVI Insolvency Act, which governs Orders in Aid of Foreign Proceedings. These… more

British Virgin Islands, BVI Business Companies, Commercial Bankruptcy, Corporate Restructuring, Cross-Border

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Anton Goldstein

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Nina Goodman

BVI Corporate Review – Q1 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our quarterly BVI Corporate Review. The first quarter of 2025 saw continued strong activity in the BVI. Our corporate legal team advised on key transactions in the jurisdiction while also… more

Acquisitions, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Financial Services Industry, Initial Public Offering (IPO)

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Oliver Goodwin

Navigating Property Disputes

Boundary disputes typically arise in situations where the apparent physical and legal (or “deeded”) boundaries of properties do not accord with one another leading to one owner asserting ownership and title to property, and use… more

Bermuda, Dispute Resolution, Homeowners, Property Owners, Territorial Disputes

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Sophia Greaves

2025 Bermuda Insurance Bulletin

Welcome to the latest edition of the Conyers Bermuda Insurance Bulletin. It is hard to believe that the second quarter of the year is well underway! The Bermuda (re)insurance sector has had a strong start to 2025 following a… more

Artificial Intelligence, Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Climate Change, Insurance Industry

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Dawn Griffiths

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Richard Hall

Dividends out of Share Premium: A Brief Refresher

As Hong Kong listed Bermuda and Cayman Islands exempted companies approach their annual results season, many may be considering paying their shareholders a dividend, whether due to a profitable financial year or as a gesture of… more

Bermuda, Board of Directors, Capital Markets, Cayman Islands, Companies Act

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Davina Hargun

Purpose Trusts and Their Use in Special Purpose Insurance Vehicles

Background on Purpose Trusts - The private discretionary trust is the most widely known form of trust where trustees are given a fund of money to manage and distribute amongst certain named or described beneficiaries who are… more

Bermuda, Insurance Industry, Noncharitable Purpose Trusts, Special Purpose Vehicles, Trust Funds

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Matthew Harkness

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Norman Hau

The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.’s Withdrawal of Winding Up Petition and Sale of Material Assets

Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. (the “Company“) in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in… more

Acquisitions, Business Litigation, Cayman Islands, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Alexis Haynes

First Cruise Ship to Homeport in Bermuda

Royal Caribbean International is to homeport a cruise ship in Bermuda in the summer of 2021, which marks the first time the jurisdiction has been homeport for a major cruise line. From 26 June through August, the Vision of the… more

Bermuda, Cruise Ship Passengers, Cruise Ships, Maritime Transport, Ports

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Neil Henderson

Economic Substance Declaration Filings – May 2025

The Economic Substance Act 2018 (the “Act”) requires Bermuda-based entities that are carrying on a “relevant activity” in a relevant financial period and entities claiming “non-resident entity” status under the Act to file an… more

Banking Sector, Bermuda, Business Entities, Compliance, Corporate Governance

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Laura Hill

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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Sam Hudson

“Fair Value” In Appraisal Actions Under The Companies Act 1981 S 106(6)

On 4 February 2025, Martin J handed down judgment in Glendina Pty Limited & Ors v NKWE Platinum Ltd (2025) SC (Bda) 15 Civ. It is the first “fair value” appraisal claim on a merger or amalgamation under the Companies Act 1981… more

Appraisal, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Corporate Governance

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Gráinne Hussey

Sunrise Radio Considered – Is a Debt-for-equity Swap Carried Out at an Undervalue Unfairly Prejudicial?

On 27 March 2025, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, sitting in the Territory of the Virgin Islands, handed down its decision in BVIHCMAP2024/0002 Amstel Investment Holdings Limited and others v AMS Holdings Limited and others… more

Appeals, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies

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Jack Irwin

BVI Corporate Review – Q1 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our quarterly BVI Corporate Review. The first quarter of 2025 saw continued strong activity in the BVI. Our corporate legal team advised on key transactions in the jurisdiction while also… more

Acquisitions, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Financial Services Industry, Initial Public Offering (IPO)

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Alecia Johns

Light Touch Provisional Liquidation Lives On: Cayman Court Offers Clarification After Introduction of the Restructuring Officer Regime

On August 31, 2022, Part V of the Cayman Islands Companies Act (the “Companies Act”) was amended to introduce the new role of a court-appointed “Restructuring Officer” and a dedicated “Restructuring Petition” (the “RO Regime”)… more

Bankruptcy Court, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Allana-J Joseph

Winding Up Proceedings Prevail: Privy Council Confirms No Stay of Liquidation in Favour of Arbitration

The Privy Council has recently upheld a BVI judgment refusing stay of a winding up petition in favour of arbitration. The recent Sian Participation Corp (In Liquidation) v Halimeda International Ltd1 Privy Council decision… more

Appeals, British Virgin Islands, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies, Creditors

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Vida Kam

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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Jacqueline King

2025 Bermuda Insurance Bulletin

Welcome to the latest edition of the Conyers Bermuda Insurance Bulletin. It is hard to believe that the second quarter of the year is well underway! The Bermuda (re)insurance sector has had a strong start to 2025 following a… more

Artificial Intelligence, Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Climate Change, Insurance Industry

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Charmaine Ko

Too Radical For A Change? A Summary of Garofalo V Crisp And Ors

In Garofalo v Crisp and Ors [2024] EWHC 1737 (Ch), the English Court found that a higher evidential threshold should be applied when deciding whether or not to grant an exceptional interim relief for a change of management… more

Board of Directors, Change of Control, Corporate Governance, Dispute Resolution, Hong Kong

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Nicholas Kuria

BVI Corporate Review – Q1 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our quarterly BVI Corporate Review. The first quarter of 2025 saw continued strong activity in the BVI. Our corporate legal team advised on key transactions in the jurisdiction while also… more

Acquisitions, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Financial Services Industry, Initial Public Offering (IPO)

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David Lamb

Adapting the Machinery

The Case of Changyou.com Ltd v Fourworld Global Opportunities Fund Ltd and 7 others 2025 UKPC 12 - In a judgment handed down on 11 March 2025, the Privy Council has upheld the amendments made to sections 238(2)-(5) of the… more

Appeals, Business Entities, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Constitutional Challenges

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Wynne Lau

The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.’s Withdrawal of Winding Up Petition and Sale of Material Assets

Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. (the “Company“) in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in… more

Acquisitions, Business Litigation, Cayman Islands, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Theo Lefkos

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Rita Leung

South & Southeast Asia M&A Report

We are pleased to provide this twice-annual report summarising notable mergers and acquisitions activity in South and Southeast Asia, highlighting transactions over US$100 million in aggregate value. This edition features deal… more

Acquisitions, Asia Pacific, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Bermuda, Capital Markets

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Yan Li

Brief Overview of the Data Protection Regime in Bermuda, British Virgin Islands and Cayman Islands

Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands (“BVI”) and the Cayman Islands have each introduced data protection regimes in recent years which align with global data protection standards. It is therefore increasingly important for… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Compliance, Corporate Governance

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Anna Lin

The Effect of Irregularities on the Validity of a Creditors’ Meeting

The courts are generally reluctant to interfere with the outcomes of creditors’ meetings at which resolutions are voted on and passed. After all, such resolutions are decided and voted on by the creditors, thereby representing… more

Bankruptcy Court, Business Litigation, Commercial Bankruptcy, Corporate Restructuring, Creditors

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Robert Lindley

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Sarah Lusher

Know Your Ongoing Bermuda AML/ATF Compliance Requirements

Continued compliance with Bermuda’s anti-money laundering (AML) and anti-terrorist financing (ATF) legislation remains a hot topic for Bermuda regulated entities, especially those brought recently into scope by the Investment… more

Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing, ATF, Bermuda, Compliance

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Alexandra Macdonald

2025 Bermuda Insurance Bulletin

Welcome to the latest edition of the Conyers Bermuda Insurance Bulletin. It is hard to believe that the second quarter of the year is well underway! The Bermuda (re)insurance sector has had a strong start to 2025 following a… more

Artificial Intelligence, Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Climate Change, Insurance Industry

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Craig MacIntyre

Private Client & Trust Bulletin: Fall 2023

Welcome to the festive edition of the Conyers Private Client & Trust Bulletin, where we update on recent matters of interest from our jurisdictions of Bermuda, BVI and the Cayman Islands. This edition combines the practical… more

Beneficial Owner, Beneficiaries, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, BVI Business Companies

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Lucy Macris

Key Takeaways from Airline Economics Dublin 2025

The 2025 Airline Economics Conference in Dublin highlighted several key trends and challenges currently shaping the aviation industry, with a particular focus on the leasing sector, sustainability, profitability, and financial… more

Aerospace, Aircraft, Airlines, Aviation Industry, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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Katie Martin

Norway Practice Bulletin 2021

Welcome to Conyers’ 2021 Norway Practice Bulletin. Our annual publication underscores the importance of the Norwegian market to our Bermuda corporate practice. The 12 months since our last issue have been very different, to… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, Capital Raising, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Equity Transactions

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Kathleen McBeath

Bermuda Insurance Code of Conduct: Conduct of Business and Conflict of Interest Policy Compliance Deadline

Effective 1 September 2022, the Bermuda Monetary Authority (the “BMA”) issued a revised Insurance Code of Conduct (the “Code of Conduct”) which, among other things, expanded the duties, requirements, standards and principles… more

Bermuda, Code of Conduct, Conflicts of Interest, Insurance Acts, Insurance Industry

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Ryan McConvey

Updates to the HKEX Paperless Listing Regime – Are You In Compliance?

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited published on 24 January 2025 its Conclusions on Further Paperless Listing Reforms. The proposals adopted include, among others, that issuers are to: - provide securities holders with… more

Compliance, Corporate Governance, Financial Services Industry, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Listing Rules

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Jordan McErlean

The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.’s Withdrawal of Winding Up Petition and Sale of Material Assets

Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. (the “Company“) in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in… more

Acquisitions, Business Litigation, Cayman Islands, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Julie McLean

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Outlook 2025: Bermuda

With the New Year underway, there is a wide range of regulatory updates to reflect on and prepare for. While navigating these changes may seem complex, the Regulatory & Risk Advisory team is here to assist. The Outlook outlines… more

Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Compliance, Data Protection, Employees

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Cora Miller

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Farrah Miller

Conyers Coverage November 2022 – Issue 8 – Cayman Islands

A very warm welcome to our eighth edition of Conyers Coverage. As we start to wind down on 2022 #TeamConyers is already reflecting on what a hectic and exciting year it’s been for the Cayman Islands (re)insurance industry –… more

AML/CFT, Beneficial Owner, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Corporate Counsel

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Jonathon Milne

Holt the Press! Developments in SPC Restructuring

Appointment of Restructuring Officers - In late 2023, in the case of Holt Fund SPC, the Grand Court ordered the first appointment of Restructuring Officers over particular segregated portfolios of a segregated portfolio company… more

Bankruptcy Court, Cayman Islands, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Governance, Corporate Officers

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Mark Mugglestone

Conyers Coverage Summer 2023 – Issue 9 – Cayman Islands

A warm welcome to our latest edition of Conyers Coverage. It’s been a dizzying year to date for the Cayman Islands (re)insurance industry, so it’s time for some updates and insights. The momentum is real and the pipeline is… more

Acquisitions, AML/CFT, Beneficial Owner, Cayman Islands, CIMA

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Sarah Bailey-Munroe

No-Fault Legislation Will Reduce Stress, Cost of Divorce

On 2 March 2022, the Senate passed legislation aimed at reducing the stress and cost of obtaining a divorce by introducing “no-fault divorce” to Bermuda. This legislation will be the first of a “raft” of reforms that aim to… more

Bermuda, Divorce, Legislative Agendas, Marriage, New Legislation

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Róisín Liddy-Murphy

Understanding Outsourcing Obligations for Cayman Islands Funds

It has been two years since the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) introduced its Rule on Corporate Governance for Regulated Entities (the “Corporate Governance Rule”), and a year and a half since it came into force. This… more

Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance, Corporate Governance, Due Diligence

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Chiara Nannini

2025 Bermuda Insurance Bulletin

Welcome to the latest edition of the Conyers Bermuda Insurance Bulletin. It is hard to believe that the second quarter of the year is well underway! The Bermuda (re)insurance sector has had a strong start to 2025 following a… more

Artificial Intelligence, Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Climate Change, Insurance Industry

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Noel Ng

Cayman Islands Funds’ Corporate Governance and Internal Controls Measures

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority’s (CIMA) Rule on Corporate Governance for Regulated Entities, Statement of Guidance on Corporate Governance for Mutual Funds and Private Funds, and Rule and Statement of Guidance on Internal… more

Cayman Islands, CIMA, Corporate Governance, Financial Regulatory Reform, Internal Controls

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Wesley O'Brien

Disapplication of the Rule Against Perpetuities Takes Effect in the Cayman Islands

The Perpetuities (Amendment) Act, 2024 (the “Act”) has taken effect in the Cayman Islands, providing for the disapplication of the rule against perpetuities for Cayman Islands ordinary trusts. This legislative development aims… more

Cayman Islands, Charitable Organizations, Financial Regulatory Reform, Legislative Agendas, Rule Against Perpetuities

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Claire O'Flynn

Conyers Coverage November 2022 – Issue 8 – Cayman Islands

A very warm welcome to our eighth edition of Conyers Coverage. As we start to wind down on 2022 #TeamConyers is already reflecting on what a hectic and exciting year it’s been for the Cayman Islands (re)insurance industry –… more

AML/CFT, Beneficial Owner, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Corporate Counsel

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Jonathan O'Mahony

“Fair Value” In Appraisal Actions Under The Companies Act 1981 S 106(6)

On 4 February 2025, Martin J handed down judgment in Glendina Pty Limited & Ors v NKWE Platinum Ltd (2025) SC (Bda) 15 Civ. It is the first “fair value” appraisal claim on a merger or amalgamation under the Companies Act 1981… more

Appraisal, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Corporate Governance

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Christopher Page

Why Set Up a Tokenised Investment Fund with an Approved Manager in the BVI?

Setting up a tokenized investment fund with an approved manager in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) offers many strategic advantages by combining the innovative benefits of blockchain technology with cost-effectiveness and the… more

Anti-Bribery, Asset Management, Blockchain, British Virgin Islands, BVI Business Companies

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Jennifer Panchaud

2025 Bermuda Insurance Bulletin

Welcome to the latest edition of the Conyers Bermuda Insurance Bulletin. It is hard to believe that the second quarter of the year is well underway! The Bermuda (re)insurance sector has had a strong start to 2025 following a… more

Artificial Intelligence, Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Climate Change, Insurance Industry

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Rachael Pape

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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Nicholas Pattman

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Peter Pearman

Private Client & Trust Bulletin – Fall 2021

Welcome to the sixth edition of our Private Client Bulletin, bringing you the latest private client and trust news and insights from Bermuda, the Cayman Islands, BVI and Asia. This edition features articles on offshore trust… more

Asia, Beneficiaries, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands

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Rebecca Peck

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Lauren Pereira

Captive Insurance in Bermuda

Bermuda is the world’s leading domicile for captive insurance companies, with over 600 active captive licences on its register generating over US$24 billion in gross written premium. Having formed the first modern captive in… more

Bermuda, Captive Insurance Company, Code of Conduct, Commercial Insurance Policies, Economic Substance Doctrine

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Naomi Pickard

Bermuda’s New Trade Marks Legislation

The Bermuda Government passed a new trade marks legislation, the Trade Marks Act 2023 which is expected to be enacted in early 2025. The new Act closely mirrors the UK Trade Marks Act 1994 (as amended), and seeks to standardise… more

Bermuda, Intellectual Property Protection, New Legislation, Registration Requirement, Trade Marks Act

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Donna Pilgrim

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Outlook 2025: Bermuda

With the New Year underway, there is a wide range of regulatory updates to reflect on and prepare for. While navigating these changes may seem complex, the Regulatory & Risk Advisory team is here to assist. The Outlook outlines… more

Beneficial Owner, Bermuda, Compliance, Data Protection, Employees

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Preetha Pillai

Conyers Investment Funds Report | Q1 2025

This inaugural edition of the Conyers Investment Funds Report presents a variety of updates and insights relevant to the investment funds space in the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, and Bermuda. The report provides… more

Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Digital Assets, Fund Managers

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Jason Piney

Economic Substance Declaration Filings – May 2025

The Economic Substance Act 2018 (the “Act”) requires Bermuda-based entities that are carrying on a “relevant activity” in a relevant financial period and entities claiming “non-resident entity” status under the Act to file an… more

Banking Sector, Bermuda, Business Entities, Compliance, Corporate Governance

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Juan Quezada

Changes to Economic Substance Filing for Entities Carrying on Holding Business

BVI legal entities are required to make an annual economic substance filing. A large number of BVI entities carry on passive holding business. As a result of recent changes to the Economic Substance Guidance Notes, the questions… more

Beneficial Owner, British Virgin Islands, Brokers, Business Entities, BVI Business Companies

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Grace Quinn

Why Choose Bermuda for Private Clients

Bermuda is a British Overseas Territory with a parliamentary legislature and has been largely self-governing since 1620. It has economic, legal and political stability which attracts international businesses and… more

Bermuda, Corporate Governance, Economic Development, Estate Planning, Family Offices

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Edward Rance

Bermuda Public Companies Update, Winter 2025

This edition of the Bermuda Public Companies Update summarises significant transactions involving Bermuda companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq in the second half of 2024. Global Market Update - In the… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, Capital Markets, Corporate Governance, Corporate Taxes

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Victor Richards

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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Audrey Robertson

10 Things Lawyers Should Know About BVI Transactions

The British Virgin Islands is one of the world’s leading international financial centres and is well known for its flexible commercial legislation and English-based legal system. BVI companies feature prominently in all types… more

Board of Directors, British Virgin Islands, Business Assets, Business Taxes, Corporate Finance

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Mauricio Da Rocha

Update to the Adler High Court Decision: The UK’s Court of Appeal Overturns the High Court’s Approval of the Adler Restructuring Plan

Following the English High Court’s written reasons for sanctioning the Adler Group restructuring plan on 21 April 2023, the English Court of Appeal has overturned the High Court’s decision and sent a strong message regarding… more

Appeals, Cayman Islands, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Jerry Samuel

BVI Commercial Court Dismisses Judgment Debtors’ Attempt to Set Aside US$97 Million Judgment

In a recent decision of the BVI Commercial Court, the Honourable Mr Justice Wallbank dismissed an application by the Defendants in King Bun Limited & Ors v Lau Man Sang James & Ors to set aside a previous order granting… more

Asset Tracing, Breach of Duty, British Virgin Islands, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies

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Paul Scrivener

Conyers Coverage November 2022 – Issue 8 – Cayman Islands

A very warm welcome to our eighth edition of Conyers Coverage. As we start to wind down on 2022 #TeamConyers is already reflecting on what a hectic and exciting year it’s been for the Cayman Islands (re)insurance industry –… more

AML/CFT, Beneficial Owner, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Corporate Counsel

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Stacie Seetho

South & Southeast Asia M&A Report

We are pleased to provide this twice-annual report summarising notable mergers and acquisitions activity in South and Southeast Asia, highlighting transactions over US$100 million in aggregate value. This edition features deal… more

Acquisitions, Asia Pacific, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Bermuda, Capital Markets

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André Sheckleford

Sunrise Radio Considered – Is a Debt-for-equity Swap Carried Out at an Undervalue Unfairly Prejudicial?

On 27 March 2025, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, sitting in the Territory of the Virgin Islands, handed down its decision in BVIHCMAP2024/0002 Amstel Investment Holdings Limited and others v AMS Holdings Limited and others… more

Appeals, British Virgin Islands, Business Entities, Business Litigation, BVI Business Companies

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Anna Bruce-Smith

Bermuda’s Economic Investment Residential Certificate

Prior to 31 March 2023 an application could be made for an “Economic Investment Certificate” by non-Bermudian individuals who invested at least BM$2.5 million in the island. The certificate was valid for a five years, after… more

Bermuda, Investment, Non-Residents, Qualified Investment Funds (QIFs), Regulatory Requirements

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Britt Smith

In the Matter of the P Trusts: Court Ensures Public Trustee v Cooper Application Does Not Get Hijacked

By means of a category two Public Trustee v Cooper application, in which Jeffrey Elkinson and Britt Smith of Conyers, led by Brian Green KC, acted for the successful plaintiffs, the first plaintiff as trustee, and the second… more

Beneficiaries, Bermuda, Settlement Agreements, Trustees, Trusts

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Christopher Smith

Offshore SPACs

The resurgence of special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) as an alternative to traditional IPOs was one of the major talking points of 2020. SPACs enjoyed somewhat of a renaissance in 2020, particularly in the United… more

British Virgin Islands, BVI Business Companies, Cayman Islands, Initial Public Offering (IPO), Interest Rates

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Emily So

Getting Ready for the Big Day – Keys for Planning a Successful Virtual Trial

British Virgin Islands (“BVI”) companies are widely used as corporate vehicles for joint ventures in Asia, especially at their pre-listing stage. There are over 450,000 active BVI companies set-up by users around the world. From… more

Arbitration, Asia, British Virgin Islands, Business Disputes, Business Litigation

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Derek Stenson

ReConnect Recap: Key Takeaways from the 2025 Conference

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Capital Requirements, Cayman Islands, Government Agencies, Insurance Industry, Investment Funds

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Matthew Stocker

2025 Global Shipping Digest

If last year’s first ReConnect conference embodied a successful proof of concept, the second iteration has not only maintained momentum, but leveraged last year’s foundation to propel towards greater success. The total number of… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Financial Services Industry

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David Stubbs

Bermuda Public Companies Update, Winter 2025

This edition of the Bermuda Public Companies Update summarises significant transactions involving Bermuda companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq in the second half of 2024. Global Market Update - In the… more

Acquisitions, Bermuda, Capital Markets, Corporate Governance, Corporate Taxes

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Andrew Swapp

Changes to Economic Substance Filing for Entities Carrying on Holding Business

BVI legal entities are required to make an annual economic substance filing. A large number of BVI entities carry on passive holding business. As a result of recent changes to the Economic Substance Guidance Notes, the questions… more

Beneficial Owner, British Virgin Islands, Brokers, Business Entities, BVI Business Companies

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Sean-Anna Thompson

Cayman Islands Litigation: Reflecting on the Year 2024

As the Grand Court of the Cayman Islands is set to close for 2024, we reflect on some of the large-scale cross-border insolvency and restructuring proceedings and complex commercial disputes dealt with in the jurisdiction during… more

BVI Business Companies, Cayman Islands, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Jarladth Travers

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Spencer Vickers

The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.’s Withdrawal of Winding Up Petition and Sale of Material Assets

Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. (the “Company“) in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in… more

Acquisitions, Business Litigation, Cayman Islands, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Nicholas Ward

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Anthony Whaley

Economic Substance Declaration Filings – May 2025

The Economic Substance Act 2018 (the “Act”) requires Bermuda-based entities that are carrying on a “relevant activity” in a relevant financial period and entities claiming “non-resident entity” status under the Act to file an… more

Banking Sector, Bermuda, Business Entities, Compliance, Corporate Governance

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Rhys Williams

Bermuda Supreme Court Sanctions Pre-Winding Up Asset Sale Despite Creditor Opposition

In a significant decision from the Commercial Division of the Supreme Court of Bermuda, Justice Shade Subair Williams has provided important clarification on the standards applicable when courts are asked to sanction “momentous”… more

Asset Purchase Agreements, Bermuda, Business Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Contract Disputes

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Tonicia Williams

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Anna-Lise Wisdom

Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review: Cayman Islands – January to March 2025

Welcome to the first 2025 edition of our Regulatory & Risk Advisory Review. In this instalment, we provide a comprehensive overview of the latest regulatory developments to ensure you have the most up-to-date insights into the… more

AML/CFT, Anti-Money Laundering, Cayman Islands, CIMA, Compliance

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Catherine Wong

The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.’s Withdrawal of Winding Up Petition and Sale of Material Assets

Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. (the “Company“) in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in… more

Acquisitions, Business Litigation, Cayman Islands, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Lilian Woo

Estate in the BVI and other Offshore Jurisdictions: Your Family Business

Many high-net-worth individuals have used companies incorporated in offshore financial centres, such as the British Virgin Islands (“BVI”) to hold their assets and business. When they plan their estate or distribute the estate… more

British Virgin Islands, Business Assets, Estate Planning, Forgery, Fraud

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Rowan Wu

Updates to the HKEX Paperless Listing Regime – Are You In Compliance?

The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited published on 24 January 2025 its Conclusions on Further Paperless Listing Reforms. The proposals adopted include, among others, that issuers are to: - provide securities holders with… more

Compliance, Corporate Governance, Financial Services Industry, Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Listing Rules

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Nicole Yearwood

Country Update - Bermuda: AML

Bermuda is a leading international financial centre and maintains a comprehensive body of primary legislation relating to money laundering and terrorist financing, supported by a range of general and sector specific guidance… more

Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing, ATF, Bermuda, Disclosure Requirements

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Manwa Yip

Successful Defense of Contentious Special General Meeting Dispute: the Nan Hai Judgment

In Ho Kwok Leung Glen, Hau Kai Ling and Ge Jun v Nan Hai Corporation Limited [2024] SC (Bda) 2 Civ, 31 January 2024, the Supreme Court of Bermuda (the “Court”) rejected the Plaintiffs’ application for a declaration that seven… more

Bermuda, Board of Directors, Bylaws, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Restructuring

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Michael Yu

Dividends out of Share Premium: A Brief Refresher

As Hong Kong listed Bermuda and Cayman Islands exempted companies approach their annual results season, many may be considering paying their shareholders a dividend, whether due to a profitable financial year or as a gesture of… more

Bermuda, Board of Directors, Capital Markets, Cayman Islands, Companies Act

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Jasamine Yung

Light Touch Provisional Liquidation Lives On: Cayman Court Offers Clarification After Introduction of the Restructuring Officer Regime

On August 31, 2022, Part V of the Cayman Islands Companies Act (the “Companies Act”) was amended to introduce the new role of a court-appointed “Restructuring Officer” and a dedicated “Restructuring Petition” (the “RO Regime”)… more

Bankruptcy Court, Cayman Islands, Companies Act, Corporate Governance, Corporate Restructuring

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Flora Zeng

Listing Investment Funds on the Cayman Islands Stock Exchange

The Cayman Islands Stock Exchange (CSX) facilitates the trading of diverse securities, including investment funds (both open-ended and closed-ended), corporate and retail debt, eurobonds, equities (domestic and international),… more

Capital Markets, Cayman Islands, Disclosure Requirements, Financial Markets, Fund Managers

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