Caribbean - British Virgin Islands
Carey Olsen
Carey Olsen is the go-to choice for a host hedge fund groups, asset managers and institutional investors seeking advice on fund launches and regulatory applications, anti-money laundering and terrorist financing requirements, economic substance issues and digital assets. Practice head Clinton Hempel notably focuses on BVI financings and investment structures, takeovers, joint ventures, M&A and public and private equity transactions. With specialist expertise in economic substance advice, licence applications and virtual assets, Elizabeth Killeen is also highly recommended, while counsel Jude Hodge is sought out by a litany of leading arrangers, financial institutions, corporates, borrower groups and investment managers for advice on BVI investment and regulatory vehicles, CRS and FATCA requirements, and data protection regimes. Counsel Katrina Lindsay is noted for her expertise in virtual assets.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
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- 'Carey Olsen is renowned for its exceptional legal services and unwavering commitment to its clients. With a distinguished team of attorneys, the firm consistently demonstrates a profound understanding of complex legal matters. Their proactive and insightful approach to legal challenges sets them apart, ensuring that clients receive tailored solutions that address even the most intricate issues.'
- 'Carey Olsen's reputation for professionalism, expertise, and client-centred advocacy is a testament to their dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes. Whether in transactional work, dispute resolution, or regulatory affairs, Carey Olsen attorneys exhibit a remarkable blend of academic rigour and practical acumen, making them a top choice for individuals and businesses seeking legal representation.'
- 'Carey Olsen distinguishes itself from its competitors through a combination of rigorous expertise, a client-centric approach, and a proven track record of delivering exceptional legal solutions. What truly sets them apart is their commitment to in-depth research and thorough analysis, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of each case's nuances. This meticulous attention to detail allows them to offer innovative and effective strategies that stand out in the legal landscape.'
Key clients
- Platform Investment Partners
- Haramos Technologies Inc.
- Invisto
- i-Vision Fund Limited & Dame Fund Limited
- Storm Partners & DBS Fund Ltd.
- Nickel Digital Asset Management & Cleveland Digital Ltd.
- FXAQ Ltd.
- Brainwin Investment Management Company Limited
- Zonff Partners Management Ltd.
- AlphalO (BVI) Limited
- Cumulus Capital Ltd
- IDEG Asset Management (BVI) Limited
- Caprilla Asset Management Limited
- SNebula Limited
- Manifold Trading & Manifold Capital Partners Fund I Ltd.
- Signa Equity Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Platform Investment Partners, Fiber Manager Limited & U.S. Fiber Investments Limited on the preparation and review of the required offering documentation for each of U.S. Fiber Investments Limited (which is now recognised as a BVI private investment fund) as well as Fiber Manager Limited (which is now recognised as a BVI approved investment manager).
- Advised Haramos Technologies on fund structures with the preparation of its fund documents to achieve its commercial aspirations in the digital asset space.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Clinton Hempel