Guernsey: Trusts

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Disclosure Of Trust Documents To Non-beneficiaries: Latest Guidance From Guernsey

Trustees holding confidential and commercially sensitive information and documents sometimes face claims for disclosure by third parties who are not within the beneficial class.

Guernsey Litigation

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Macfarlanes LLP

This Isn't Just A Trustee… It's A Guernsey Private Trust Company

Granted, the Marks & Spencer reference may have worked slightly better prior to their recent cyber difficulties but, when is a trustee not just a trustee? When it's a private trust company (PTC)...

Guernsey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Structuring Options For Holding Wealth

Since written records began, we know people have used various structures to hold or own their wealth. In Europe, these were initially aimed at maintaining economically viable parcels of land...

Guernsey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Trustees, ESG And Investments – Key Considerations

As global attention sharpens on climate change and social justice issues, sustainability and responsible governance are increasingly becoming higher priorities for 'Millennial' and 'Gen Z' Beneficiaries.

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

The Future Of Family Offices: Evolving Needs, Enduring Structures

Guernsey Wealth Mgt

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Walkers

The Alphabet Trust And Its Benefits For South African Families

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

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

Guernsey Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

The Doctrine Of Mistake In Guernsey

CC

Collas Crill

Guernsey Family Investment Companies: A Flexible Wealth Management Solution

Worldwide Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

The Murdoch Family Trust Dispute - A Timely Reminder Of The Power Of Discretion And The Role Of A Letter Of Wishes

Guernsey Commercial

Praxis

Practical Considerations For Outgoing Trustees

Guernsey Commercial

CC

Collas Crill

Employee Benefit Trusts – Advantages Of Structuring In Guernsey And Jersey

European Union Employment

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Walkers

An Introduction To Guernsey Foundations: Key Features And Benefits

Worldwide Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

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

Guernsey Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Guernsey Private Wealth Forum 2025 - Panel 2 (Video)

Guernsey Wealth Mgt

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Guernsey Finance

Due Capacity And Enforceability Opinions - Avoiding Unnecessary Completion Confusion

Guernsey Commercial

CO

Carey Olsen

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

European Union Commercial

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Walkers

Guernsey Employment Frequently Asked Questions (International Employment Lawyer)

Guernsey Employment

CO

Carey Olsen

Cayman Islands Investment Funds - Autumn 2025 Update

Guernsey Finance

CO

Carey Olsen

Guernsey Foundations: A Brief Guide

Guernsey, a picturesque island located in the English Channel, is renowned for its robust and innovative financial services sector.

Guernsey Wealth Mgt

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Verfides

Understanding Guernsey Trust Structures: A Guide By Dixcart Guernsey

Guernsey has long been recognised as a leading jurisdiction for Trust structures, offering a stable, well-regulated environment ideal for wealth management and succession planning.

Guernsey Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

The Proceeds Of Crime Law And Unregulated Trustees

The Criminal Justice (Proceeds of Crime) (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 1999 ("Proceeds of Crime Law") has been extended to cover unregulated trustees and partners. This extension took effect on 16 October 2023...

Guernsey Criminal

CO

Carey Olsen

Building Bridges, Not Barriers: Setting Up Cayman Trusts To Minimise Conflicts

Despite inherent risks, conflicts in family trusts can be minimized through careful planning. Cayman Islands trusts offer strong legal frameworks and protections, making them ideal for preserving assets and managing intergenerational wealth.

Guernsey Wealth Mgt

CO

Carey Olsen

Family Offices: Steps, Stages And Structures – Private Trust Companies And The Guernsey Private Foundation

Worldwide Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

7 Key Factors To Consider When Navigating Trust Administration

Guernsey Commercial

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Ocorian

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

Worldwide Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

A Common Purpose – The DAO Opportunity For Guernsey Trustees

Guernsey Technology

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Walkers

Case Studies – How Our Five Law Offering Adds Value To Private Clients

Worldwide Commercial

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Walkers

A Trustee's Fiduciary Duty To Act En Bon Père De Famille: The Guernsey Royal Court Finds A Dishonest Breach Of Trust

Guernsey Litigation

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Ogier

Estate And Succession Planning: Guernsey Trusts And Foundations

Guernsey Wealth Mgt

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Private Client Guide 2023 - Guernsey (Legal 500)

CO

Carey Olsen

Trusts: Comparison Between The Crown Dependencies

Worldwide Commercial

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Appleby

Dixcart Security Trustee Services And Corporate Lending Arrangements

Guernsey Finance

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Estate And Succession Planning: Guernsey Trusts And Foundations

The Dixcart Group has remained privately owned by the Dixcart Family Office since it's foundation over fifty years ago in 1972.

Guernsey Wealth Mgt

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Private Client Guide 2023 - Guernsey (Legal 500)

This guide to Guernsey's private client sector includes commentary on tax, trusts, foundations and private wealth structures used within the jurisdiction, including charitable...

CO

Carey Olsen

Trusts: Comparison Between The Crown Dependencies

Our private client and trusts lawyers in Guernsey, Isle of Man and Jersey outline some of the key similarities and differences in trusts law across the three jurisdictions.

Worldwide Commercial

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Appleby

Dixcart Security Trustee Services And Corporate Lending Arrangements

As a reminder, a Security Trustee is a person or entity who holds security on behalf of lenders.

Guernsey Finance

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Types Of Fund Vehicles Used In Guernsey

Guernsey Commercial

CO

Carey Olsen

Guernsey STEP Lecture

Ogier is delighted to sponsor the Guernsey STEP lecture series.

Guernsey Commercial

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Ogier

The Implications Butler-Sloss Has For Trustees' Investment Policies

People seem split on whether the decision of Mr. Justice Michael Green in the Butler-Sloss case should be restricted to its charitable context, or whether it has wider implications for trustees...

Guernsey Commercial

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Ocorian

Asian Family Office Surge Shows No Sign Of Slowing Down As Singapore Attracts New Business

The growing number of high net worth individuals (HNWIs) in Asia, particularly in China, is leading to Singapore's continuing emergence as a jurisdiction...

Worldwide Wealth Mgt

CO

Carey Olsen

Guernsey Private Trust Companies And Foundations

Private trust companies ("PTCs") have been widely used in international structured finance transactions for many years and they are now increasingly being used by high net-worth private clients...

Guernsey Commercial

CO

Carey Olsen

An Overview Of The Types And Uses Of Guernsey Law Trusts

Guernsey Commercial

CO

Carey Olsen

Lasting Powers Of Attorney In Guernsey

Guernsey Finance

CO

Carey Olsen

In The Matter Of The K Trust [2020 GLR 312]

Guernsey Litigation

CO

Carey Olsen

A Practical Guide To Employee Benefit Trusts (EBTS) In Guernsey

Guernsey Commercial

CC

Collas Crill

Guernsey Foundations – Key Features And A Unique Point Of Difference

Worldwide Commercial

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Private Client Guide 2022 - Guernsey

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

Collas Crill Explains... Termination Of A Trust

Guernsey Commercial

CC

Collas Crill

At A Glance Guide To Guernsey Blessing Applications

Guernsey Commercial

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Ogier

Guernsey Property Unit Trusts (GPUTs)

Guernsey Commercial

CO

Carey Olsen

Reflective Loss And Trusts – Some Clarity At Last

Guernsey Commercial

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Ocorian

I've Got The Power: Saunders V Vautier In The Context Of Massively Discretionary Trusts

Guernsey Commercial

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Walkers

Are There Threats To Offshore Trusts? A Guernsey Perspective

Guernsey Commercial

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Ogier

Collas Crill Explains... Trustee Liens

Guernsey Commercial

CC

Collas Crill

Private Wealth – The Potential For Impact

Guernsey Commercial

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Ogier

Collas Crill Explains… Changing The Proper Law Of A Guernsey Trust

Guernsey Commercial

CC

Collas Crill

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Ocorian

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Berg Kaprow Lewis

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Being An Effective Trustee (Video)

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Russell-Cooke Solicitors

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