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Investing trust or foundation assets: a detailed comparison and risk analysis
In the continuing economic turmoil, trustees and foundation councils have to be more mindful than ever of the manner in which they invest assets. Collas Crill outline why it is so essential for trustees and foundations councils to understand their investment powers, duties, and investment policies.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 15 May 2012 | Practice Area: Sales and Asset Finance
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Green shoots at last? A snapshot of the global funds industry
Following a boost in US investor confidence, the metrics for the global funds industry are now better than they have been for a long time. This briefing reports on the current state of global markets; and outlines some of the opportunities and risks a funds resurgence brings.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 08 May 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Compliance
Please Mr Postman: are letters of wishes enforceable?
Letters of wishes are typically used in relation to discretionary trusts in order to guide a trustee as to how the settlor would wish them to exercise their discretions. This briefing discusses two Jersey cases to discuss some of the issues surrounding letters of wishes in general.
Law Firm: Mourant Ozannes | Published: 02 May 2012 | Practice Area: Succession Planning and Trusts
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How a dramatic increase in private lending is helping Jersey's property sector to weather the recession
Jersey's property finance market has changed significantly since the downturn of the property market. This article considers the current state of the market for both individuals and corporates and asks whether the private loan is increasingly being seen as an alternative to mainstream lending.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 19 April 2012 | Practice Area: Property Finance
Using a "cash box" company in Jersey - how and why it works
This briefing from Collas Crill summarises the ways in which a UK public company listed on the London Stock Exchange or AIM may raise money using a Jersey company ‘cash box' company, either by a placing of its shares or through the use of a convertible bond.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 13 April 2012 | Practice Area: Corporate Financing
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FATCA rules ok? The implications for financial institutions in the Channel Islands
From 1 January 2013, the US Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act will require foreign financial institutions to enter into an agreement with the US Internal Revenue Service to send certain information on their US account holders. This briefing outlines in detail the impact of the new rules.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 03 April 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Compliance
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An overview of Jersey's new Private Placement Funds regime
In January 2012, the Jersey Financial Services Commission launched a new private placement funds regime in order to facilitate close-ended funds, including property funds and private equity funds, for offer to not more than 50 professional investors or sophisticated investors.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 15 March 2012 | Practice Area: Collective Investment Schemes
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How do you improve access to justice in a recession? Jersey might just have the answer...
The Royal Court’s approval of third party funding has given businesses and individuals improved access to justice in the Jersey Courts. Collas Crill provides an overview of the Valetta case, third-party funding and how the move is likely to affect litigation parties in Jersey.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 02 March 2012 | Practice Area: Litigation
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A guide to Sharia compliant foundations and trusts in the Channel Islands
A foundation or a trust can be modified to form an important part of a client's lifetime tax planning strategy. Collas Crill look in detail at succession under Sharia law, the benefits of a Sharia compliant foundation or trust, and ensuring that the foundation or trust is Sharia compliant.
Law Firm: Collas Crill | Published: 27 February 2012 | Practice Area: Private Client
Regulation of Jersey's private placement funds - a new regime
From January 2012, a new regulatory authorisation process for the establishment of privately placed funds is available in Jersey. This briefing provides a general overview of the new PPF regime, how it will be managed and administrated, permitted investors and promoter requirements.
Law Firm: Mourant Ozannes | Published: 24 January 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Compliance
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