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The United States Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) of 2021
Fanny Evans, Senior Associate, Morgan & Morgan What is the CTA? The CTA was enacted on January 1st, 2021 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act to prevent the use of companies to evade anti-money laundering rules or to hide other illegal activities. Under the CTA companies will be required to report information regarding
- Published in 2020, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Fanny Evans, Publications
The philosophy behind the successful Economic Substance Regime of the BVI
Following the introduction in the British Virgin Islands (BVI) of the Economic Substance (Companies and Limited Partnerships) Act, 2018 (ESA), which became effective on January 1st, 2019, some questioned the sustainability of BVI’s position as a leading international financial centre. While we cannot underestimate those concerns, we believe that there is also evidence that ESA
- Published in 2020, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Fanny Evans, Publications
BVI Economic Substance (Podcast)
April 9, 2020. At Morgan & Morgan we continue to look for ways to provide our services and continuity to the flow of information on changes in legislation in the different jurisdictions we have presence. In light of the above, we are pleased to announce the launch of our podcast “Morgan Updates”. This effort will
- Published in Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Publications
Morgan & Morgan lawyers and practices recognized in The Legal 500 – Latin America guide
Panama, December 16, 2019. Morgan & Morgan repeated as a leading Panamanian firm in The Legal 500 – Latin America Guide. Banking and Finance, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, Offshore and Shipping earned the top-tier rankings. In addition, five lawyers of the firm received recommendations: Francisco Arias / “Leading Individual” Jazmina Rovi /
- Published in Banking and Finance_news, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Intellectual Property_news, Jazmina Rovi, Kharla Aizpurua, Litigation and Dispute Resolution_news, Mayte Sanchez, Mergers and Acquisitions_news, News, Ship Finance and Registration_news, Shipping and Admiralty Litigation_news
Regulations on Accounting Records for offshore companies
In order to comply with the international guidelines regarding corporate transparency, the government of Panama enacted Law 52 of October 27, 2016 in the Official Gazette, which establishes the obligation for Panamanian companies and other entities to maintain accounting records, financial records and supporting documentation of all transactions that took place during the last five
- Published in 2019, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, News
The Bahamas: Economic Substance Legislation
Fanny Evans, associate at Morgan & Morgan The Bahamas has passed legislation requiring that certain legal entities carrying on relevant activities have to demonstrate adequate economic substance in said jurisdiction. The beneficial owners of any company or limited partnership incorporated, registered or continued in The Bahamas should be aware of this legislation and consider how
- Published in 2019, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Fanny Evans, Press Room, Publications
Latin Lawyer highlighted Morgan & Morgan
Once again, Latin Lawyer 250 recommended Morgan & Morgan as the largest firm in Panama. “A large headcount and an established presence in the market gives Morgan & Morgan the manpower and experience required to guide some of Panama’s most significant transactions”, states the guide. This 2018 edition looks at each jurisdiction firm by firm
- Published in Banking and Finance_news, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Immigration Law_news, Juan David Morgan Jr, Labor Law_news, Litigation and Dispute Resolution_news, Mercedes Grimaldo, News, Projects_news, Ricardo Aleman, Securities and Capital Markets_news, Ship Finance and Registration_news, Shipping and Admiralty Litigation_news
Morgan & Morgan recognized in the Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide
For the second consecutive year, Morgan & Morgan was recognized as a leading firm-Band #1 in the second edition of Chambers & Partners High Net Worth Guide – Private Wealth Law section, a publication aimed at the international private wealth market and a key reference point of the world´s leading firms in terms of service
- Published in 2018, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, News, Roberto Lewis
MMG China participates in the China Offshore Summit Shanghai 2016
MMG China, a member of Morgan & Morgan Group, was one of the main sponsors of the sixth China Offshore Summit held in Shanghai with the purpose of educate Chinese financial intermediaries on the effective use of tax planning and asset management tools available in the offshore industry. The event had the participation of over
- Published in Alexis Medina, Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, News
BVI Private Trust Companies
By Fanny Evans, Executive Director and General Manager of MMG Trust (BVI) Corp. Since the introduction of the Private Trust Company (PTC) in the BVI, this vehicle has become attractive to act as the Trustee, Protector or Administrator of a trust without the need to apply for an exemption or to apply for a trust license
- Published in Corporate Services_news, Estate Planning_news, Fanny Evans, Publications