European Union: Trusts

A Cyprus International Trust ("CIT") is a legal structure through which an individual or legal person, known as the settlor, transfers assets to a trustee, who then administers those assets...

Trust law is built on confidence. Trustees hold immense discretionary powers that can shape the lives of beneficiaries for generations.

You aren't alone in having concerns about the estate of a family member after they have passed. A spouse feeling cut out. A child left questioning a parent's intentions.

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Cyprus has established itself as a leading jurisdiction for the creation and administration of trusts, offering a robust legal framework, modern legislation, and an attractive tax environment.

A sham trust is a trust that, despite appearing legitimate on the surface, is created with the mutual intention of the parties (usually the settlor and trustee) to not be acted upon according to its stated terms.

A Trust is a legal relationship recognised by equity. It arises when property ("the Trust Fund") is transferred by a person ("the Settlor"), to another person or persons ("the Trustees").

Establishing a trust is a strategy for managing and protecting assets. However, the concept of a "sham trust" can undermine this goal...