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The X Trusts Decision – A Cayman Islands' Perspective
Protectors in the Cayman Islands Cayman Islands trusts are commonly established with provisions appointing one or more protectors. A protector derives their role and responsibilities from the terms of trust deed. There are many reasons for the creation of the office of protector. In particular, a settlor may wish to establish an office to exercise some degree of control over the trustees. We are seeing more and more settlors appoint professional fiduciary service providers as protectors.
Cayman Islands Foundation Companies Guide 2025 - Part 1
Foundation Companies are a flexible and unique vehicle in the Cayman Islands that were established in 2017 and are governed by the Foundation Companies Act (2017) (FC Act) as the primary legislation. Foundation Companies are also governed by the Cayman Islands Companies Act (2023 Revision) save where inconsistent with the FC Act.
The 150 Year Rule Falls - Cayman Perpetuities Act Changes
The Perpetuities (Amendment) Bill, 2024 (Bill) has been passed by the Cayman Islands Parliament and will come into force following royal assent on a date to be appointed by Order of Cabinet and will be known as The Perpetuities Act (2024 Revision) (Act). The Bill was published on 24 May, 2024 and is aimed at enhancing the trust and estate planning sector in the Cayman Islands.
A New 'Star' Is Born
The Grand Court's recent decision in the matter of AA v JTC (Cayman) Limited (FSD 12 of 2024 (IKJ))1 is of particular significance and interest to Cayman Islands trust practitioners and trust professionals further afield because it is believed to be the first time an enforcer of a Cayman Islands ‘STAR' trust has brought an application pursuant to section 48 and 102(b) of the Trusts Act (as amended) for directions and the ‘blessing' of a ‘momentous' decision.
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