Clearing the obstacles: implementing schemes of arrangement
Corporate insolvencies in offshore jurisdictions can involve complex disputes over the rights of stakeholders with regards to company property, their statutory order of priority or the ranking of their claims. George Weru and Scott Andersen explain.
Avoiding conflicts of interest in director selection
It is important that a fund’s directors include individuals with no conflicts of interest, and there are pros and cons to selecting them from some of the more obvious sources of candidates. Philip Dickie and Greg Bennett explain.
Well positioned for the future of funds
Despite a global financial climate that continues to pose challenges, Cayman remains an excellent venue for funds. Dave Sims and David Walker of Caledonian Funds Services tell Cayman Funds how the company is positioning itself for the future.
Life settlement valuations: a US perspective
To be accurately assessed, life settlement contracts, like many other assets, require a nuanced approach. Muzaffar Soomro and Corwin Zass take a look.
Taking care of business
Fund administrators play a vital role in the smooth—and compliant—operation of offshore funds. Andrew Tyson and Rafael Elias outline the advantages of using a third party administrator.
Striking the right balance
The Cayman government explains how its innovative and flexible approach to business, regulation and technology has contributed to Cayman’s development into a leading financial services centre.
The World’s Favourite Hedge Fund Jurisdiction
Patricia Ward talks to hedge fund managers and allocators about their perception of Cayman as a fund domicile.
Determined to stay no. 1
The Cayman Islands leads the world in the domicile of hedge funds. Having worked hard to achieve this status, it is not about to become complacent.
Hedge Funds: Going Public
With the significant benefits of a hedge fund IPO come the obligations – including increased disclosure and stricter supervision – that go with being a public company. Michael J. DeStefano and Karen Vejseli explain.
When funds fail
Kenneth M. Krys explains the complicated business of liquidating a Cayman Islands hedge fund.
