Cayman Islands: Corporate/Commercial Law

When can a litigant obtain a proprietary injunction, and what proprietary interest is required to justify such relief?

The Churches Incorporation (Amendment) Act, 2025 is in force following the recent publication of the Commencement Order by Cabinet.

Non-profit organisations are regulated pursuant to the Non-Profit Organisations Act (2020 Revision) and associated regulations (the "Act").

In private equity and venture capital financings, considerable attention is given to transfer restrictions like rights of first refusal and tag-along provisions. However, the treatment of share transmission...

The Cayman Islands has established itself as a premier jurisdiction for private funds, with over 18,000 regulated closed-ended funds benefiting from tax neutrality, flexible regulatory frameworks, and proximity to the United States. This comprehensive guide examines the legal structures, registration requirements, ongoing compliance obligations, and regulatory landscape that make the Cayman Islands an attractive domicile for private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure and credit strategies.

The health tech investment landscape has fundamentally shifted from rewarding innovation to demanding provable ROI, as investors now prioritize workflow ownership, measurable value creation...

Under the Cayman Islands Directors Registration and Licensing Act (the “Act”), anyone named a director of certain entities (called “covered entities” in the Act) must register with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”). Such directors should understand and be familiar with the rules of registration as part of their role.

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 Cayman Islands has formally applied for Qualified Jurisdiction Status with the NAIC, marking a pivotal moment for its insurance sector. As regulators advance significant changes to risk-based capital requirements for offshore reinsurance and intensify scrutiny of private credit investments, stakeholders face a transforming regulatory landscape that will reshape capital treatment and competitive positioning.

The Cayman Islands has emerged as the world's premier offshore jurisdiction for venture capital fund formation and cross-border investment structuring, with over 30,900 alternative investment funds managing USD8.2 trillion in assets.

The health tech investment landscape has fundamentally shifted from rewarding innovation to demanding provable ROI, as investors now prioritize workflow ownership, measurable value creation...

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