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AML Compliance Cheat Sheet For RIAs
For RIAs and others trying to make sense of new US anti-money laundering rules, this publication
How RIAs Are Reacting To – And Preparing For – New AML Rule
This article examines the ways RIAs, multi-family offices and others in the wealth management space
Post-Separation Accrual And The Separation Test
The date on which parties separate in divorce cases is significant in establishing how assets are
RIAs Face "Added Burdens" As Deadline For New AML Rule Looms
Delving into the details, we report that forthcoming and formidable US regulatory requirements mean
Every HNW Couple Should Get a Prenup: Lessons from Standish v Standish
The author of this article argues that the "best advice" for HNW individuals is to agree to a pre-
What's Matrimonial Wealth And What's Not – Implications From The Standish Case
In one of the most anticipated divorce law rulings in the UK for many years, lawyers consider the
The Two Frameworks That Could Determine Your Financial Future In Divorce
Examining ways of dividing pre-marital assets in divorce and the financial impact, the author
Standard Chartered Says 1MDB Lawsuit "Without Merit"
A legal case in Singapore has been brought against the UK banking group over a case linked to the
Advisors Cautiously Welcome US Accredited Investor Rule Change
At a time when alternative investment access is all the rage – not always without skeptical
Bad Romance: Protecting Vulnerable Family Members From Love Scammers
With data showing a significant rise in cases of such "romance fraud," advisors need to be aware of
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The Case For Pre-Nups, Post-Nups
This year marks the 15th anniversary of a landmark court case affecting pre- and post-nuptial
How And Why To Contest A Will
With wills proving to be sources of legal disputes among inheritors/non-inheritors, the author of
Family Court Statistics – A True Reflection?
The author examines different trends within family law, such as the number of divorce cases, the
How Wealth Planning Landscape Could Have Been Upended
The authors contend that had the arguments of the heirs in this case succeeded, a will would have
HNW Immigration – Addressing Clients' Challenges
HNW individuals, contrary to certain media narratives, still want to relocate to the UK. What
The Price of Wealth: Valuing Assets, Businesses In HNW Divorce
Divorce cases often raise important questions over how assets are valued, divided and structured.
No-Fault Divorce – The Verdict
The author talks about developments in the no-fault divorce process, such as how alternatives such
Chinese Businessman Reportedly Sues Ex-Staff At Singapore Family Office
Reports said the businessman discovered the alleged misappropriation of funds from his family
US Corporate Transparency Act: Compliance Reinstated, Enhanced Enforcement – New Deadline
One of our regular columnists and expert on legal matters writes about new developments affecting
The Use Of Arbitration In Trusts Dispute – A Response
We value readers' reactions to our guest articles, and here is an example about the use of