Conyers
High Net Worth Guide 2024
About
The Conyers Private Client & Trust teams in Bermuda, the Cayman Islands and BVI are by far the largest offshore Private Client teams in the Bermuda / Caribbean / Americas region. The Conyers Private Client team has a long-established reputation for providing intelligent and creative solution-driven advice to ultra-high net worth clients, particularly involving private trust companies and those owning businesses worth in excess of US$1 billion. The team's client base includes individuals, families, and corporate clients including trustees and private trust companies.
The team has wide expertise including:
- the establishment of trusts and related entities,
- the restructuring of trusts, inclusive of Court applications to effect such restructuring,
- thoughtful and considered advice on governance and on-going trust administration,
- the establishment and administration of private trust companies,
- cross border structuring using trusts, and
- the use of trusts in commercial applications.
Clients benefit from Conyers’ international scope with access to our global network through long-standing close relationships with leading onshore tax and legal advisers. Our lawyers possess high levels of problem-solving acumen and deliver top-tier technical advice. They are also known for adding value by sensitively providing creative solutions to the challenging dynamics of family relationship issues.
The private client team advises individuals, families and corporate clients, including trustees, on a broad range of issues including:
- Inheritance structuring,
- Private investment structures,
- Charitable and philanthropic structures,
- Inter-generational asset transfers,
- Regulatory laws affecting cross-border transactions, and
- Local and international pension plans
The Conyers Private Client and Trust team is complemented by a team of experienced trust litigators with a worldwide reputation. The trust litigation team is at the forefront of both contentious and non-contentious trust litigation in Bermuda. The Conyers Trust Litigation team regularly act for trustees, beneficiaries, settlors and third parties. The Cayman practice has a very strong contentious trusts and estates specialty which attracts notable instructions. The team is increasingly involved in multi-party court applications, many of which are associated with trust structuring and restructuring and have complex cross-border elements.
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- HamiltonClarendon House 2 Church Street , Hamilton, Pembroke, Bermuda, HM11
- Web: www.conyers.com
- Tel: +1 441 295 1422
- Fax: +1 441 292 4720
- HamiltonRichmond House 12 Par-la-ville Road PO Box HM 666 , Hamilton, Hamilton, Bermuda, HM CX
- Road TownPO Box 3140, Commerce House Wickhams Cay 1 , Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin IslandsTortolaPO Box 3140 Wickhams Cay 1 Road Town , Tortola, Tortola, British Virgin Islands, VG1110
- Grand CaymanSIX 2nd Floor, Cricket Square 171 Elgin Avenue KY1-111, Grand Cayman, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, PO Box 2681
- London10 Finsbury Square , London, Greater London, UK, EC2A 1AF
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Carnival Corporation US$1 Billion 5.875% Senior Unsecured Notes Offering
Conyers advised Carnival Corporation in respect of its private offering of US$1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.875% senior unsecured notes due 2031.
New Fortress Energy US$1.055 Billion Sale of its Jamaica Assets to Excelerate Energy
Conyers provided Bermuda law advice to New Fortress Energy Inc. (Nasdaq: NFE) (“NFE”) in connection with the sale of its assets and operations in Jamaica to Excelerate Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EE) for US$1.055 billion.
The Effect of Irregularities on the Validity of a Creditors’ Meeting
The courts are generally reluctant to interfere with the outcomes of creditors’ meetings at which resolutions are voted on and passed. After all, such resolutions are decided and voted on by the creditors, thereby representing the wants of the majority.
Despegar close US$1.7 billion acquisition by Prosus
Conyers has advised long-standing client, Despegar (NYSE:DESP), Latin America’s leading online travel company, on its acquisition by Prosus, a leading global technology company.
Head of Conyers Hong Kong Office Named on Asian Legal Business Offshore Client Choice 2025 List
Conyers is proud to announce that Christopher Bickley, Partner and Head of Hong Kong Office, has once again been recognised in the ALB Asia Offshore Client Choice 2025 in recognition of his contribution to offshore law in APAC.
The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.
Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in relation to the sale of the Company’s material underlying assets and business.
Gold Fields US$1 Billion Bonds Issuance
Conyers has advised Gold Fields (JSE, NYSE:GFI) in connection with its issuance of US$1 billion bonds.
Conyers is acting as Bermuda counsel to OKH Global Ltd. in connection with its proposed acquisition of 100% of the issued share capital of Chip Eng Seng Construction Pte. Ltd for approximately S$118.5 million, subject to adjustment in accordance with the terms of the sale and purchase agreement.
Eggriculture Foods Ltd. Privatisation and Delisting
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Eggriculture Foods Ltd. in connection with its privatisation by Betagro Foods Pte. Ltd. by way of a scheme of arrangement under section 86 of the Companies Act and its subsequent delisting from the GEM Board of Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Zhengye Biotechnology Holding Limited Nasdaq IPO
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Zhengye Biotechnology Holding Limited (“Zhengye Biotechnology”) in connection with its successful initial public offering on the Nasdaq exchange.
CM Hi-Tech Cleanroom Limited Privatisation
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to CM Hi-Tech Cleanroom Limited (“CM Hi-Tech”) in connection with its privatisation by Mayair HK Holdings Limited by way of a scheme of arrangement under section 86 of the Companies Act.
Bridge Street Re Ltd. US$250 Million Notes Issuance
Conyers acted as special Bermuda counsel advising on the establishment and licensing of special purpose insurer Bridge Street Re Ltd.
Numans Health Food Global Offering on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Numans Health Food Holdings Company Limited (“Numans Health Food”) in connection with its successful global offering on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Limited. (Stock code: 2530)
Yuexiu Transport Infrastructure Limited RMB 1.3 Billion Medium Term Notes (1st Tranche)
Conyers provided Bermuda legal advice to Yuexiu Transport Infrastructure Limited in connection with the issue of an aggregate amount of RMB 1.3 billion medium term notes and having a maturity of five years on the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors (1st Tranche).
SageSure Holdings, LLC Acquisition of GeoVera Advantage Insurance Services, LLC
Conyers advised SageSure Holdings, LLC (“SageSure”) on its acquisition of GeoVera Advantage Insurance Services, LLC. The transaction includes SageSure’s investment in GeoVera Nova Holdings, Inc. (“GeoVera Nova”).
Tibet Water Resources Ltd. 8% Convertible Bonds in the Aggregate Principal Amount of HK$165 Million
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Tibet Water Resources Ltd. in connection with its issue of 8% convertible bonds in the aggregate principal amount of HK$165 million due 2026.
Cayman Islands Virtual Asset Regulatory Services
Now that the Virtual Asset (Service Providers) Act (Commencement) Order, 2025 is in full force, our Regulatory & Risk Advisory (Cayman) team stands ready to deliver precise and proactive oversight of your company’s compliance needs.
CTF Services Limited HK$780 Million 4% Convertible Bonds Due 2025
Conyers advised CTF Services Limited (“CTF Services”) in connection with the issue of HK$780 million 4% convertible bonds due 2025 and convertible into ordinary shares of par value of HK$1.00 each of CTF Services. The bonds are to be listed on the Vienna MTF operated by the Vienna Stock Exchange.
Hong Kong Court Grants Recognition and Assistance to Official Liquidators in British Virgin Islands
Deputy High Court Judge Le Pichon of the Court of First Instance in the High Court of the Hong Kong SAR granted recognition and assistance to the joint official liquidators of Bull’s-Eye Limited following a letter of request issued by the British Virgin Islands Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
Beijing Capital Grand Limited Privatisation
Conyers acted as Cayman Islands legal counsel to Beijing Capital Grand Limited (“Beijing Capital”) in connection with its privatisation by BECL Investment Holding Limited by way of a scheme of arrangement and voluntary withdrawal of listing.
Regulatory Disputes Series: A Spotlight on Crypto
In this Fourth Edition of our Regulatory Disputes Series, we provide an update on relevant regulatory developments in Cayman and take a deeper dive into global enforcement trends in relation to crypto.
Luheng International Co., Ltd. RMB 343.5 Million 6.90% Guaranteed Bonds Due 2028
Conyers provided British Virgin Islands legal advice to Luheng International Co., Ltd., an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Zibo Zichuan Finance Holding Co., Ltd., (“Zibo Zichuan”) in connection with its issue of an aggregate amount of RMB 343.5 million 6.90% guaranteed bonds due 2028.
Recent Amendments to BVI Company Law: Key Changes
There have recently been a number of amendments to BVI company law. While many of these amendments are technical and will not have a material impact on clients, there are some key changes of which clients should be aware.
China Water Affairs Group Limited RMB 1 Billion 3.45% Guaranteed Blue Bonds Due 2030
Conyers provided Bermuda, Cayman Islands and BVI legal advice to China Water Affairs Group Limited (“China Water Affairs”) in connection with its issuance of RMB 1 billion 3.45% guaranteed blue bonds due 2030.
Light Touch Provisional Liquidation Lives On: Introduction of the Restructuring Officer Regime
The Restructuring Officer Regime was largely intended to replace the pre-existing restructuring framework by way of ‘light touch’ provisional liquidation. Under the revised framework, the Court may appoint joint provisional liquidators (JPLs) upon an application by a company if appropriate.
Golden Star Completes De-SPAC with Gamehaus
Conyers advised special purpose acquisition company Golden Star Acquisition Corporation (“Golden Star”) on the successful closing of its previously announced business combination with Gamehaus Inc. (“Gamehaus”), a mobile game publishing company.
Portfolio Insurance Companies and the Updated Beneficial Ownership Regime
As we count down to the January deadline, we take a closer look at how the updated beneficial ownership regime applies to the nearly 60 portfolio insurance companies (PICs) registered pursuant to the Insurance Act, 2010 (as amended).
GeoPark Limited US$550 Million Senior Notes Issuance
Conyers provided Bermuda law advice to GeoPark Limited (“GeoPark”) in connection with its offering of US$550 million aggregate principal amount of 8.750% Senior Notes due 2030.
New Regulatory Policy on Recognition and Approval of an Actuary
In October 2024, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) issued an updated Regulatory Policy on the Recognition and Approval of an Actuary, setting out its minimum criteria and process for determining whether to recognise and approve an actuary to be appointed by a (re)insurer.
Bacardi Ltd. US$1 Billion Notes Offering
Conyers advised Bacardi Limited as the guarantor in connection with Bacardi-Martini B.V.’s US$1 billion notes offering. The notes include US$600 million aggregate amount of 5.550% notes due 2030 and US$400 million aggregate amount of 6.000% notes due 2035.
Carnival Corporation US$1 Billion 5.875% Senior Unsecured Notes Offering
Conyers advised Carnival Corporation in respect of its private offering of US$1 billion aggregate principal amount of 5.875% senior unsecured notes due 2031.
New Fortress Energy US$1.055 Billion Sale of its Jamaica Assets to Excelerate Energy
Conyers provided Bermuda law advice to New Fortress Energy Inc. (Nasdaq: NFE) (“NFE”) in connection with the sale of its assets and operations in Jamaica to Excelerate Energy, Inc. (NYSE: EE) for US$1.055 billion.
The Effect of Irregularities on the Validity of a Creditors’ Meeting
The courts are generally reluctant to interfere with the outcomes of creditors’ meetings at which resolutions are voted on and passed. After all, such resolutions are decided and voted on by the creditors, thereby representing the wants of the majority.
Despegar close US$1.7 billion acquisition by Prosus
Conyers has advised long-standing client, Despegar (NYSE:DESP), Latin America’s leading online travel company, on its acquisition by Prosus, a leading global technology company.
Head of Conyers Hong Kong Office Named on Asian Legal Business Offshore Client Choice 2025 List
Conyers is proud to announce that Christopher Bickley, Partner and Head of Hong Kong Office, has once again been recognised in the ALB Asia Offshore Client Choice 2025 in recognition of his contribution to offshore law in APAC.
The Importance of Collaborative Legal Strategy: China Medonline Inc.
Conyers’ litigation and corporate teams were recently pleased to assist China Medonline Inc. in relation to the withdrawal of a winding-up petition against the Company in the Cayman Islands Grand Court, and in relation to the sale of the Company’s material underlying assets and business.
Gold Fields US$1 Billion Bonds Issuance
Conyers has advised Gold Fields (JSE, NYSE:GFI) in connection with its issuance of US$1 billion bonds.
Conyers is acting as Bermuda counsel to OKH Global Ltd. in connection with its proposed acquisition of 100% of the issued share capital of Chip Eng Seng Construction Pte. Ltd for approximately S$118.5 million, subject to adjustment in accordance with the terms of the sale and purchase agreement.
Eggriculture Foods Ltd. Privatisation and Delisting
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Eggriculture Foods Ltd. in connection with its privatisation by Betagro Foods Pte. Ltd. by way of a scheme of arrangement under section 86 of the Companies Act and its subsequent delisting from the GEM Board of Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Zhengye Biotechnology Holding Limited Nasdaq IPO
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Zhengye Biotechnology Holding Limited (“Zhengye Biotechnology”) in connection with its successful initial public offering on the Nasdaq exchange.
CM Hi-Tech Cleanroom Limited Privatisation
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to CM Hi-Tech Cleanroom Limited (“CM Hi-Tech”) in connection with its privatisation by Mayair HK Holdings Limited by way of a scheme of arrangement under section 86 of the Companies Act.
Bridge Street Re Ltd. US$250 Million Notes Issuance
Conyers acted as special Bermuda counsel advising on the establishment and licensing of special purpose insurer Bridge Street Re Ltd.
Numans Health Food Global Offering on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Numans Health Food Holdings Company Limited (“Numans Health Food”) in connection with its successful global offering on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange Limited. (Stock code: 2530)
Yuexiu Transport Infrastructure Limited RMB 1.3 Billion Medium Term Notes (1st Tranche)
Conyers provided Bermuda legal advice to Yuexiu Transport Infrastructure Limited in connection with the issue of an aggregate amount of RMB 1.3 billion medium term notes and having a maturity of five years on the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors (1st Tranche).
SageSure Holdings, LLC Acquisition of GeoVera Advantage Insurance Services, LLC
Conyers advised SageSure Holdings, LLC (“SageSure”) on its acquisition of GeoVera Advantage Insurance Services, LLC. The transaction includes SageSure’s investment in GeoVera Nova Holdings, Inc. (“GeoVera Nova”).
Tibet Water Resources Ltd. 8% Convertible Bonds in the Aggregate Principal Amount of HK$165 Million
Conyers provided Cayman Islands legal advice to Tibet Water Resources Ltd. in connection with its issue of 8% convertible bonds in the aggregate principal amount of HK$165 million due 2026.
Cayman Islands Virtual Asset Regulatory Services
Now that the Virtual Asset (Service Providers) Act (Commencement) Order, 2025 is in full force, our Regulatory & Risk Advisory (Cayman) team stands ready to deliver precise and proactive oversight of your company’s compliance needs.
CTF Services Limited HK$780 Million 4% Convertible Bonds Due 2025
Conyers advised CTF Services Limited (“CTF Services”) in connection with the issue of HK$780 million 4% convertible bonds due 2025 and convertible into ordinary shares of par value of HK$1.00 each of CTF Services. The bonds are to be listed on the Vienna MTF operated by the Vienna Stock Exchange.
Hong Kong Court Grants Recognition and Assistance to Official Liquidators in British Virgin Islands
Deputy High Court Judge Le Pichon of the Court of First Instance in the High Court of the Hong Kong SAR granted recognition and assistance to the joint official liquidators of Bull’s-Eye Limited following a letter of request issued by the British Virgin Islands Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
Beijing Capital Grand Limited Privatisation
Conyers acted as Cayman Islands legal counsel to Beijing Capital Grand Limited (“Beijing Capital”) in connection with its privatisation by BECL Investment Holding Limited by way of a scheme of arrangement and voluntary withdrawal of listing.
Regulatory Disputes Series: A Spotlight on Crypto
In this Fourth Edition of our Regulatory Disputes Series, we provide an update on relevant regulatory developments in Cayman and take a deeper dive into global enforcement trends in relation to crypto.
Luheng International Co., Ltd. RMB 343.5 Million 6.90% Guaranteed Bonds Due 2028
Conyers provided British Virgin Islands legal advice to Luheng International Co., Ltd., an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Zibo Zichuan Finance Holding Co., Ltd., (“Zibo Zichuan”) in connection with its issue of an aggregate amount of RMB 343.5 million 6.90% guaranteed bonds due 2028.
Recent Amendments to BVI Company Law: Key Changes
There have recently been a number of amendments to BVI company law. While many of these amendments are technical and will not have a material impact on clients, there are some key changes of which clients should be aware.
China Water Affairs Group Limited RMB 1 Billion 3.45% Guaranteed Blue Bonds Due 2030
Conyers provided Bermuda, Cayman Islands and BVI legal advice to China Water Affairs Group Limited (“China Water Affairs”) in connection with its issuance of RMB 1 billion 3.45% guaranteed blue bonds due 2030.
Light Touch Provisional Liquidation Lives On: Introduction of the Restructuring Officer Regime
The Restructuring Officer Regime was largely intended to replace the pre-existing restructuring framework by way of ‘light touch’ provisional liquidation. Under the revised framework, the Court may appoint joint provisional liquidators (JPLs) upon an application by a company if appropriate.
Golden Star Completes De-SPAC with Gamehaus
Conyers advised special purpose acquisition company Golden Star Acquisition Corporation (“Golden Star”) on the successful closing of its previously announced business combination with Gamehaus Inc. (“Gamehaus”), a mobile game publishing company.
Portfolio Insurance Companies and the Updated Beneficial Ownership Regime
As we count down to the January deadline, we take a closer look at how the updated beneficial ownership regime applies to the nearly 60 portfolio insurance companies (PICs) registered pursuant to the Insurance Act, 2010 (as amended).
GeoPark Limited US$550 Million Senior Notes Issuance
Conyers provided Bermuda law advice to GeoPark Limited (“GeoPark”) in connection with its offering of US$550 million aggregate principal amount of 8.750% Senior Notes due 2030.
New Regulatory Policy on Recognition and Approval of an Actuary
In October 2024, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) issued an updated Regulatory Policy on the Recognition and Approval of an Actuary, setting out its minimum criteria and process for determining whether to recognise and approve an actuary to be appointed by a (re)insurer.
Bacardi Ltd. US$1 Billion Notes Offering
Conyers advised Bacardi Limited as the guarantor in connection with Bacardi-Martini B.V.’s US$1 billion notes offering. The notes include US$600 million aggregate amount of 5.550% notes due 2030 and US$400 million aggregate amount of 6.000% notes due 2035.