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Passion Assets: Challenges, Structures, And Trends

Passion assets such as art, yachts, and fine wine present unique challenges for high-net-worth individuals, requiring careful balance between personal enjoyment and prudent wealth management. This article explores how ownership structures like trusts and foundations can address the complexities of storage, insurance, cross-border movement, and succession planning while preserving both financial value and family legacy. As generational wealth transfer accelerates and digital innovation reshapes luxury asset

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Supporting Families And Clients In The Middle East (Video)

Aaron Russell-Davison examines the resurgence of activity across the Middle East and its implications for Guernsey's established regional partnerships. As families navigate evolving wealth dynamics, he analyzes emerging patterns in succession planning, governance frameworks, and the restructuring of international wealth arrangements.

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Trusts: When Protectors Fail

Protectors of discretionary trusts sometimes find themselves in the unfortunate position of being asked by a beneficiary, or class of beneficiaries, to resign for reasons that are not always justified.

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A V C [2026] UKPC 11: Privy Council Clarifies Protector Consent Powers

The X Trusts were discretionary trusts governed by English, Bermudian, and Jersey law. The trustees were prohibited from exercising certain powers without the "prior written consent” of the protectors.

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Protecting The Vulnerable Beneficiary: Guernsey’s Toolkit Beyond Discretionary Trusts

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Pillar Two In Guernsey

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Powers Of Advancement And Appointment Under Guernsey Law: Choosing The Right Dispositive Tool

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An Overview Of The Types And Uses Of Guernsey Law Trusts

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Carey Olsen

Proposed Amendments To The Trusts (Guernsey) Law, 2007

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Carey Olsen

Termination Of A Trust: A Practical Guide For Trustees

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Collas Crill

Trustees' Duties To Notify Discretionary Beneficiaries: Balancing Settlor Wishes Against Disclosure Obligations

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Walkers

Trustee Gross Negligence And Trust Assets: Guernsey Court Of Appeal Considers The Scope Of Gross Negligence For A Trustee And Whether A Chose In Action Is Trust Property

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Collas Crill

Structuring Options For Holding Wealth In Guernsey

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Carey Olsen

Why Guernsey Trusts Continue To Matter: Practical Uses For Families, Entrepreneurs And Businesses

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Passion Assets: Challenges, Structures, And Trends

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Guernsey Funds Forum 2026 Panel 1: Flexible Fund Structuring (Video)

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Guernsey Finance

Guernsey Corporate Tax Reform 2026: Key Proposals, Impacts And Strategic Insights For Guernsey's International Financial Sector

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Carey Olsen

Guernsey SPVs As Useful Structuring Tools In Aviation Transactions

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Carey Olsen

A Look Back At The Guernsey Funds Forum 2026 (Video)

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Guernsey Finance

Guernsey Foundations: A Brief Guide

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

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Verfides

Guernsey Foundations: A Flexible Alternative For Wealth And Family Governance

Guernsey foundations blend hallmarks of both companies and trusts to create a highly adaptable vehicle for wealth structuring, philanthropy and long-term governance.

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Walkers

Guernsey Private Trust Companies Now Require A Full Fiduciary Licence Or 'Limited Permission'

Guernsey law provides for the establishment and regulation of private trust companies (PTCs). In September 2025, the Guernsey Financial Services Commission...

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Collas Crill

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.

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Macfarlanes LLP

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

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Collas Crill

Structuring Options For Holding Wealth

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Carey Olsen

Trustees, ESG And Investments – Key Considerations

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Walkers

The Future Of Family Offices: Evolving Needs, Enduring Structures

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The Alphabet Trust And Its Benefits For South African Families

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Walkers

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

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The Doctrine Of Mistake In Guernsey

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Collas Crill

Guernsey Family Investment Companies: A Flexible Wealth Management Solution

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

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Practical Considerations For Outgoing Trustees

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Collas Crill

Guernsey Foundations: A Brief Guide

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

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Guernsey Family Investment Companies: A Flexible Wealth Management Solution

Guernsey is a renowned jurisdiction for wealth management, offering various structures for individuals and families seeking to manage and protect their assets.

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Dixcart Group Limited

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

The recent high-profile case of the Murdoch Family Trust has brought renewed attention to an age-old tension in trust law, that of balancing the discretion of trustees with the wishes of a settlor.

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Practical Considerations For Outgoing Trustees

Whether at the request of beneficiaries, or through their own choice, trustees will often know when the time is right to pass the baton. This guide highlights a few practical considerations...

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Collas Crill

Employee Benefit Trusts – Advantages Of Structuring In Guernsey And Jersey

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Guernsey Foundations: A Brief Guide

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

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

There are a variety of structures and arrangements available to Individuals and their families both for estate and succession planning and to protect their assets from uncertainty and volatility.

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7 Key Factors To Consider When Navigating Trust Administration

In the intricate world of trust administration, poor management can have serious consequences. When contemplating the establishment of a trust or the replacement of an existing trustee...

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Ocorian

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

Guernsey, as an independent, self-governing jurisdiction, is a premier international financial centre, with an enviable reputation and excellent standards.

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A Common Purpose – The DAO Opportunity For Guernsey Trustees

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

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

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Estate And Succession Planning: Guernsey Trusts And Foundations

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Private Client Guide 2023 - Guernsey (Legal 500)

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Trusts: Comparison Between The Crown Dependencies

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Dixcart Security Trustee Services And Corporate Lending Arrangements

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Types Of Fund Vehicles Used In Guernsey

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Carey Olsen

Private Trust Company (PTC) Structures In Guernsey

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Butler-Sloss: A Most Charitable Interpretation

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Guernsey Property Unit Trusts: Uses And Benefits

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Pre Initial Public Offering (IPO) Planning And Trusts

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Guernsey STEP Lecture

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The Implications Butler-Sloss Has For Trustees' Investment Policies

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

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