A litany of trust companies and banks, as well as high-net-worth individuals and families turn to Harneys for expertise in the establishment and restructuring of BVI trusts including VISTA trusts, private trust companies, purpose trusts, unit trusts and employee benefit trusts. The dedicated contentious sub-group is regularly involved in complex international trust disputes and cross-border succession cases. Cayman-based global head of the private wealth practice Henry Mander is noted for his experience in non-contentious advisory matters spanning succession planning, structuring and asset protection work, while co-head Ayana Hull‘s broad practice encompasses private and commercial property acquisitions and disposals, company structurings and incorporations, work permits, employment issues and immigration requirements. In London, newly promoted counsel Matthew Howson is regarded as a prolific adviser and specialist in BVI trust law.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Harneys are my go-to lawyers in the BVI. Their strength and depth in that jurisdiction on all issues is unique.'
  • 'Henry Mander is pragmatic and excellent. Together with Matthew Howson in London they have been fantastic.'

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Henry Mander, Ayana Hull

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Matthew Howson