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From Fara'id to firewalls: Islamic succession and offshore structures in Jersey, Guernsey and the Cayman Islands

This article examines how Jersey, Guernsey and Cayman's trust legislation interacts with Islamic rules on inheritance (Fara'id) and lifetime gifts (Hibah).

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Collas Crill

Born This Way: The End Of Illegitimacy In Jersey Law And Key Changes For Jersey Trusts

The Civil Status (Abolition of Legitimacy Etc) (Jersey) Law 2025 (the Law), which came into force on 24 November 2025 has abolished the concept of illegitimacy in Jersey.

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Carey Olsen

Varying Trusts In Jersey

Jersey is one of the world's leading jurisdictions in which to establish and manage private wealth through trusts.

Jersey Commercial

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Collas Crill

New Years Resolution – Protecting Your Future With Estate Planning

As we come into 2026, it is the ideal time to review your estate plan and ensure that your affairs are in order.

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Carey Olsen

Wills For Jersey Residents

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Carey Olsen

Probate And Estate Administration For Non-Jersey Domiciliaries

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Carey Olsen

Jersey Fast-track Procedure To Obtain Jersey Grant

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Carey Olsen

Jersey Wills For Non-Jersey Domiciled Clients

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Carey Olsen

Family Asset Protection: Divorce, Finance And The Media

European Union Family

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Collas Crill

Selling Inherited Property In Jersey

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Collas Crill

From Deference To Dialogue: Why Transparency Is Now A Trustee's Strongest Defence

Jersey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Stepchildren And Wills: Is Blood Thicker Than Water?

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Viberts

Offshore 'Lifeboat' Trusts For US Persons

Jersey Wealth Mgt

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Collas Crill

Trust Briefing: When The Child Was A Child

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Collas Crill

Amendments To The Jersey Trust And Companies Law Provide More Certainty For Lenders

Jersey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Guide To Workplace Investigations In Jersey (International Employment Lawyer)

Jersey Employment

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Carey Olsen

The Shareholder Rule – The Demise Of An Exception To Legal Advice Privilege?

Jersey Commercial

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Baker & Partners

New Jersey Tribunal Costs Regime Tested: Lessons From December Decisions

Jersey Employment

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Walkers

A Practical Guide To Trustee Blessing Applications For 'Momentous' Decisions

Jersey Litigation

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Collas Crill

Protectors In A Jersey Trust

Jersey trusts are a popular and flexible vehicle for asset protection, estate planning, and wealth management for UHNW...

Jersey Commercial

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Collas Crill

Why It Matters Who Died When - Gene Hackman's Estate

Many of us were shocked when reports first came out that Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, had tragically and suddenly been discovered dead at their home. At the time it was thought it was in one incident.

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Viberts

Love Is Blind – Is Your Estate Planning Too?

Love is in the air this week and some of you may be catching up on the dating show "Love is Blind UK" where couples decide whether to get married after getting to know each other for 3 weeks.

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Viberts

Implications Of The Finance (2025 Budget) (Jersey) Law 202- For Property Transactions

The Finance (2025 Budget) (Jersey) Law 202- (the "Law") was adopted by the States of Jersey on 29 November 2024.

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Carey Olsen

Lasting Powers Of Attorney In Jersey

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Collas Crill

The Importance Of Estate Planning For Business Assets In Jersey

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Carey Olsen

The Importance Of Estate Planning For Business Assets

Jersey Commercial

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Carey Olsen

Registering A British Lasting Power Of Attorney (LPA) In Jersey

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Carey Olsen

Jersey Wills For Non-Jersey Domiciled Clients

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Carey Olsen

Jersey Fast-Track Procedure To Obtain Jersey Grant

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Carey Olsen

Beware: Greeks Receiving Gifts! Representation Of Equiom Trust (ci) Limited, In Re Mattas [2024] JRC 068

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Appleby

What Became Of Forever? The Rule Against Perpetuities' Last Stand In Jersey

Jersey Commercial

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Walkers

Private Client Comparative Guide

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Preston Legal

Executor Removal In Jersey: Insights From Lakeman Case

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Ogier

Beware: Greeks Receiving Gifts! Representation Of Equiom Trust (ci) Limited, In Re Mattas [2024] JRC 068

Significantly for Jersey law trusts established prior to the introduction of the Trusts (Jersey) Law 1984, the Court held that the English law rules on perpetuities...

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Appleby

What Became Of Forever? The Rule Against Perpetuities' Last Stand In Jersey

Despite the Trusts (Jersey) Law 1984 ("Trusts Law") expressly providing against the rule against perpetuities currently applying in Jersey...

Jersey Commercial

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Walkers

Private Client Comparative Guide

Private Client Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Jersey, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

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Preston Legal

Executor Removal In Jersey: Insights From Lakeman Case

An executor (or administrator) is key to the probate process. They are responsible for administering the estate of the deceased and distributing to beneficiaries.

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Ogier

The States Makes A Major Change To Jersey Intestate Collateral Succession Rules

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Carey Olsen

Update To The Probate (Jersey) Law 1998 – Probate (Amendment) (Jersey) Law (The PJL)

On May 23 2023 the States debated and approved an amendment to the Probate (Jersey) Law 1998 (the Amendment) and this came into force on 27 October 2023.

Jersey Wealth Mgt

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Collas Crill

Sustaining Successful Family Enterprises: Challenges & Strategies

Succession planning in family businesses is a complex endeavour. It involves identifying and nurturing potential successors, creating a clear roadmap for leadership transition, and ensuring...

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Ocorian

Three Top Tips For Gifting Digital Assets To Charities

In today's digital age, a significant amount of our lives is stored online. It's important to ensure these digital assets can be dealt with in the event that we're unable to do so.

Worldwide Family

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Ogier

Watch: Victoria Grogan In The PCD Hot Seat (Video)

Group Partner in our Jersey International Private Client and Funds team Victoria Grogan found herself in the PCD Hot Seat when she sat down with Group Founder David Bell.

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Collas Crill

Succession Planning For Middle Eastern Families – Solutions That Are Fit For A King

Worldwide Wealth Mgt

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Collas Crill

Clarity For Third Parties Claiming Against A Jersey Estate – Just What The Doctor Prescribed

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Walkers

Jersey 'Fast Track' Fact Sheet

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Collas Crill

Lasting Powers Of Attorney In Jersey

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Collas Crill

Family Asset Protection Law Over Borders Comparative Guide 2023

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Baker & Partners

Why Appleby For Wills And Probate - John Bisson, Part 2 (Podcast)

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Appleby

A Charitable Bequest By Will?

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Benest & Syvret

How Careful Estate Planning Can Save Your Loved Ones Money

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Benest & Syvret

What Happens To Your Internet Data When You Die?

Jersey Technology

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Benest & Syvret

The Importance Of Reviewing Your Will And Estate Planning

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Collas Crill

Lasting Legacy? Disclaiming A Gift Of Immovable Property In Jersey

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Collas Crill

Jersey's International Private Client And Trusts Team Welcomes New Members

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Collas Crill

Private Client Trends In Asia

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Ocorian

At A Glance Guide To BVI And Cayman Wills, Probate And Estate Services (Simplified Chinese) BVI和开曼遗嘱、遗嘱认证和遗产管理服务

Worldwide Family

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Ogier

Dealing With The Estate Of A Non-Jersey Domiciled Deceased Investor Or Carried Interest Participant

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Ogier

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Who Can Inherit If There's No Will: The Rules Of Intestacy (Video)

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Higgs LLP

Understanding Contested Probate: What You Need To Know (Video)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Challenging Lifetime Gifts And Lasting Powers Of Attorney (Video)

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DMH Stallard

Watch: Victoria Grogan In The PCD Hot Seat (Video)

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Collas Crill

The Importance Of A Letter Of Wishes (Video)

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Ocorian

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