Guernsey: Corporate/Commercial Law

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The Shareholder Rule And Privilege In Company Disputes

The application of the rules in relation to legal advice privilege, in the context of company disputes, has long given rise to interesting questions. Companies do, of course...

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

An Overview Of The Types And Uses Of Guernsey Law Trusts

A trust is created when the legal ownership of property is transferred to or vested in a trustee who thereafter is required by law to manage and administer the property for the benefit of beneficiaries...

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Guide To Offshore Opinions In Guernsey

This guide explains what Guernsey legal opinions are and how they provide assurance that a Guernsey party has the legal capacity to enter into a transaction and that the relevant documents are valid, properly executed, and enforceable.

Guernsey Commercial

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Appleby

Termination Of A Trust: A Practical Guide For Trustees

Trusts are intended to endure, often across generations. However, circumstances change: family dynamics evolve, assets are sold, restructured or decrease in value, beneficiary needs shift, tax regimes change.

Guernsey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Trustees' Duties To Notify Discretionary Beneficiaries: Balancing Settlor Wishes Against Disclosure Obligations

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

Guernsey Companies Listing In The UK

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Directors Duties In Guernsey

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Acquisition And Investment Holding Structures – Why Guernsey?

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

The Role Of Corporate Governance In Private Wealth Structures

Guernsey Commercial

Praxis

Trustee Gross Negligence And Trust Assets: Guernsey Court Of Appeal Considers The Scope Of Gross Negligence For A Trustee And Whether A Chose In Action Is Trust Property

Guernsey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Structuring Options For Holding Wealth In Guernsey

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Why Guernsey Trusts Continue To Matter: Practical Uses For Families, Entrepreneurs And Businesses

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

Guernsey Foundations: A Flexible Alternative For Wealth And Family Governance

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

In Conversation With Hassan Zawawi: Structuring For Saudi Business Owners

Guernsey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Banking Trends For Private Clients, Funds And Insurance Entities - And The Role Of Digital Innovation (Podcast)

Guernsey Finance

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Guernsey Finance

Royal Court Upholds ODPA Reprimand In Landmark Appeal

Guernsey Litigation

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Walkers

AIFMD II Makes Guernsey Even More Attractive As A Fund Domicile

Guernsey Finance

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Carey Olsen

Landmark Decision Of The Guernsey Employment Tribunal – Joinder Of Claims And Compensation Caps Confirmed

Guernsey Employment

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Carey Olsen

Guernsey Reinforces UK Growth Ties With TheCityUK

Guernsey Finance

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Guernsey Finance

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Recent Changes To Charities Law In Guernsey

On 31 October 2025 a new regulation will come into force introducing an important change for certain charities and non-profit organisations (NPOs) operating in Guernsey and Alderney.

Guernsey Commercial

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Collas Crill

What Benefits Do Guernsey Companies Offer For Family Offices And HNWI's?

Guernsey, as an independent, self-governing jurisdiction, is a premier international financial centre, with an enviable reputation and excellent standards.

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

Puffins On Parade In Guernsey

Demonstrating its commitment to community engagement and sustainability, Ogier has partnered with the GSPCA, Autism Guernsey and St Sampson's High School for the colourful Guernsey Puffin Parade.

Guernsey Commercial

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Ogier

Changes To The Requirements For Individuals Acting As A Director

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Private Client Guide 2023 - Guernsey (Legal 500)

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Carey Olsen

Data Protection Registrations And Renewals In Guernsey – Don't Miss The Deadline

Guernsey Privacy

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Ogier

New Online Portal For Guernsey Charities And NPOs - Important Deadline

Guernsey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Butler-Sloss: A Most Charitable Interpretation

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Reflections On Cape Town

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M&A/Private Equity

Guide To Offshore Opinions In Guernsey

This guide explains what Guernsey legal opinions are and how they provide assurance that a Guernsey party has the legal capacity to enter into a transaction and that the relevant documents are valid, properly executed, and enforceable.

Guernsey Commercial

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Appleby

Acquisition And Investment Holding Structures – Why Guernsey?

Guernsey company law is founded on the same core principles as English company law.

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Investing In UK Real Estate

Guernsey remains a popular jurisdiction for offshore investment in UK real estate...

Worldwide Real Estate

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Walkers

Navigating PE Secondaries: Structures, Strategies And Guernsey's Role

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

Due Capacity And Enforceability Opinions - Avoiding Unnecessary Completion Confusion

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Mid-Year Update: Increasing Number Of Corporate Migrations Into Guernsey

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

The Channel Islands: A Strategic Hub For Employee Share Incentive Plans

Guernsey Employment

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Walkers

Guernsey Funds Forum Outlines Roadmap For Future Funds

Guernsey Finance

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Guernsey Finance

Changes In Fundraising Trends: Considerations For Guernsey Funds

Guernsey Finance

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Walkers

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Compliance

Guernsey Foundations: A Flexible Alternative For Wealth And Family Governance

Guernsey foundations blend hallmarks of both companies and trusts to create a highly adaptable vehicle for wealth structuring, philanthropy and long-term governance.

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

Guernsey Family Investment Companies: A Flexible Wealth Management Solution

Guernsey is a renowned jurisdiction for wealth management, offering various structures for individuals and families seeking to manage and protect their assets.

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

An Introduction To Guernsey Foundations: Key Features And Benefits

Guernsey has long been a reputable jurisdiction for wealth management, and in recent years, its offering has expanded beyond trusts to include Foundations.

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

Alternative Investment Funds Comparative Guide

Guernsey Finance

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Collas Crill

Guernsey Trusts – Trust Creation And Practical Uses For Estate And Succession Planning

Guernsey Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

The Importance Of Culture

Guernsey Commercial

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Grant Thornton

What Benefits Do Guernsey Companies Offer For Family Offices And HNWI's?

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

Listed Company Services Provided By Dixcart In Guernsey

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

Preparing For The Guernsey MONEYVAL Assessment In 2024

Guernsey Government

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Ocorian

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Venture Capital

From London To The Channel Islands: Guernsey And Jersey's Role In Building A Stronger VC Ecosystem

Attending the Sifted Summit in London last week was a reminder that the UK and Europe have no shortage of creativity, intellect or ambition in the venture capital and start-up space.

European Union Commercial

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Walkers

The Rising Prominence Of AI And MedTech In Venture Capital

Within the venture capital investment universe, artificial intelligence (AI) and medical technology (MedTech) stand out as transformative asset classes.

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Guernsey Finance

Guernsey Funds Forum Outlines Roadmap For Future Funds

In case you weren't able to join us at the 2025 Guernsey Funds Forum, we've recapped some of the key discussion points during a stimulating and informative session exploring the future direction of the funds industry, under the central theme of "Venture to the Future".

Guernsey Finance

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Guernsey Finance

Private Trust Foundation Structure: A Tailored Solution For Middle Eastern High Net Worth Families

Guernsey Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

From Sifted Summit 2024 To The Future: Key Takeaways For Startups, Scaleups And Venture Capitalists Looking To Do Business From The Channel Islands

Guernsey Finance

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Walkers

Guernsey Investment Funds – Autumn 2024 Update

Guernsey Finance

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Carey Olsen

Global Venture Capital Trends With Seonaid Mackenzie (Podcast)

Guernsey Finance

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Guernsey Finance

The Choice For Venture Capital Funds

Guernsey Finance

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Carey Olsen

Incorporating A Guernsey Company

Guernsey Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

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