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🏆Spotlight on our Contentious Trusts and Estates Team of the Year: Managing Associates🏆 We're taking a moment to acknowledge the depth of talent across our award-winning team of contentious trusts private client lawyers, focusing this week on our excellent managing associates. Being named STEP Contentious Trusts and Estates Team of the Year in the large firm category placed us at the top of leading international firms, reinforcing our reputation on the global stage. That's why this accolade stands as a true testament to the team's commitment to innovation, client-centric service and legal prowess across multiple jurisdictions. If you've worked with our managing associates, whether as a client or colleague, please join us in celebrating their success by leaving them a comment below. Sarah Latham Rebecca Findlay Michael Rogers Heidi Sandy Louise Hargreaves Sam Hoare #ContentiousTrusts #STEPAwards #ClientCentric #ManagingAssociate

Changes to accessing #beneficialownership information are among a number of amendments to the British Virgin Islands beneficial ownership regulations, effective as of 2 July 2025. All users of BVI entities need to be aware of these changes. The amended regulations include expanding the categories of persons to whom disclosure of the beneficial ownership information may be made, as well as an expanded list of the types of entities exempt from the general obligation to file beneficial ownership information with the BVI Registrar of Corporate Affairs (the Registrar). There are also certain helpful clarifications to the terms of the existing exemptions. This article from BVI partners Michael Killourhy, Simon Schilder and Marie-Claire Fudge give a breakdown of the key changes to the beneficial ownership regulations and what you need to do next. 👇Check the comments below for the link to the full article🔗

Meaningful allyship is unwavering. It is being open and curious, asking questions, listening to important conversations and helping to build policies that bring positive change. In honour of Pride month, Ogier's LGBTQ+ and Allies employee network hosted an internal panel discussion which: 🌈 highlighted the harm of microaggressions disguised as throwaway comments 🌈 celebrated the positive power of support from colleagues and visible inclusion in the workplace 🌈 and suggested some small actions everyone can take to become a meaningful ally Pride is more than a celebration. It is a call to stand up for equal rights, foster greater understanding and build spaces where everyone feels safe and respected for who they are. By supporting Pride and the LGBTQ+ community throughout the year, Ogier contributes to building a culture of acceptance and belonging, fostering a workplace and society where everyone can thrive and be their authentic selves. Thank you to our panel for sharing their stories. #LGBTQ #Pride #InclusionInTheWorkplace #DEI

In any claim against a trustee involving an allegation of gross negligence before the Guernsey courts, an aggrieved beneficiary must plead, with clarity: ➡️which duty was breached ➡️how it was breached ➡️why the breach can be characterised as gross negligence In a new article, Mathew Newman, Heidi Sandy and Samuel Clarke share their insights on: 💡how the concept of gross negligence in Guernsey trust litigation has evolved over the past 20 years 💡the key cases that has shaped its definition, and 💡the legal test practitioners should use to determine gross negligence Read it now: https://loom.ly/ytsSxa4 #Guernsey #TrustDisputes #GrossNegligence

Want to know more about Ogier's newest Private Wealth partner Richard Laignel? Read here: https://loom.ly/jgbqi-g Recognised for his practical, relationship-driven approach, Richard was named a "Key Lawyer" by Legal 500 UK 2025. He brings strong technical expertise and a collaborative mindset to his new role, now leading the Jersey side of Ogier's pan-island employee incentives and pensions offering alongside Guernsey partner Chris Hards. In this short Q&A, Richard shares his perspective on building client relationships, cross-jurisdictional collaboration and what he enjoys most about life at Ogier. #PrivateWealth #Pensions #EmployeeIncentives #Partner #Promotion

Ogier's #IntellectualProperty expertise has earned a wave of recognition with rankings from several industry commentators👏 Both Ogier and Cayman partner Sophie Peat, who spearheads Ogier's global IP services, have been highly rated. Sophie said: "I am delighted that myself and the firm have been recognised in so many reputable publications for IP.We truly have a brilliant team at Ogier and it is exciting to see our reputation grow in the industry." Flick through to see the latest recognition for Sophie and the team. Need advice on trademarking your brand? Give our team a call or visit our website: https://loom.ly/ygFowME #TradeMarks #Patents ™️

📥The latest edition of Trust Essentials is available online. Read it now: https://loom.ly/wcH2exk 💼In this edition, we're showcasing the two leads of Ogier's pan-island employee incentives and pensions offering – partner Chris Hards and Ogier's newest Private Wealth partner, Richard Laignel. 💡The newsletter is packed full of insights from the whole Trusts Advisory Group, including: ➡️exploring the role of arbitration in Guernsey trust disputes ➡️balancing new-age private wealth ambitions with timeless family traditions ➡️the role of Ogier's Monaco-based private client director ➡️key things to know about Guernsey pensions ➡️and more... #Trusts #PrivateWealth #DisputeResolution #TrustDisputes

Regulatory frameworks in the BVI are evolving to meet the complex demands of #Web3, tokenized securities and permissionless financial systems without sacrificing regulatory credibility. 🌊This was one of several key takeaways from discussions at BVI Finance event #FintechOnTheSeas, held at Sir Richard Branson's Necker Island and Oil Nut Bay at the end of June. Ogier was proud to be a key sponsor of the conference, which brought together a curated group of innovators, professional service providers, regulators, and thought leaders to engage in high-impact discussions on the future of digital finance, particularly within the BVI’s fast-evolving legal and regulatory landscape. Ogier partner Michael Killourhy, who is also transactional head in the BVI as well as the co-head of the firm's global Technology and Web3 practice, took part in two panel sessions during the conference (joined by partner Nicholas Brookes and counsel Stuart Fee). He explores the key themes and discussions from those sessions in this article. Did you attend? What did you take away from the event? 👇See the comments below for the link 🔗 #DigitalAssets

Ogier Global supports Q Investment Partners and Gamuda Berhad on their expansion of student accommodation scheme in Woolwich, London. Our integrated legal and real estate fund administration teams in Jersey delivered a seamless solution, helping to add 120 beds to this flagship development and drive regeneration in London’s Royal Arsenal. Ogier's Jersey legal team, led by Investment Funds and Regulatory partner Matt McManus alongside senior associate Ryan Ripamonti, and Ogier Global's real estate fund administration team, led by associate director James Philpott alongside senior manager Matthew French, worked closely with QIP, Gamuda and their advisory teams to close the investment. Read more: https://loom.ly/tBPH4nI

Last month, an awesome group of 10 Ogier Cayman colleagues stepped up for the Turtle Crawl 5k Walk / Run, supporting the amazing work of the Cayman Turtle Centre. Starting and finishing at the Cayman Turtle Centre in West Bay, our team joined the community in a family-friendly event dedicated to conserving Green sea turtles. The money raised will help save these iconic creatures - an enduring national symbol for the Cayman Islands - and to fund essential medical equipment and other vital resources to support the centre's conservation work. Well done to everyone who crawled for a cause - your contribution supports the ongoing efforts to protect endangered Green sea turtles in the Cayman Islands: Andrew Armstrong, Brooke Fitzgerald, Jade Parker, Jasjit Grewal, Kelley Verwey, Mark Santangeli, Melissa Comparin, CHRL, MHRM, Rachel Adams, Raedean Simpson and Sarafina McField. #CSR #Cayman #TurtleCrawl #RunForACause #TeamOgier