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The spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) has had a significant impact on – and sparked uncertainty in – the global economy.
Below you'll find our growing catalogue of advice and response. These aim to set out both the legal implications and practical considerations at this time.
Global Updates
Channel Islands Updates
5 May 2020: Practical tips on holding board and shareholder meetings during the pandemic restrictions
29 April 2020: Jersey wills and COVID 19 – witnessing wills by audio-visual link temporarily permitted
24 April 2020: Changes to Jersey court procedures in response to COVID-19
15 April 2020: ICSA Guidance on holding virtual board meetings
15 April 2020: Conducting Civil Litigation in Guernsey during the Covid-19 Pandemic
23 March 2020: Channel Islands Employment Update
19 March 2020: Key regulatory considerations for financial services businesses
19 March 2020: The potential implications for Jersey law contracts
17 March 2020: Guernsey measures to combat Coronavirus and complying with substance requirements
13 March 2020: Overcoming barriers to completion of transactions amidst COVID-19 challenges
12 March 2020: COVID-19: key questions for employers
11 March 2020: Coronavirus and board meetings of Jersey companies
Caribbean Updates
6 April 2020: What's in Store for Cayman Funds in 2020 - Pragmatic Considerations
1 April 2020: Litigating in the Cayman Islands during these unprecedented times
24 March 2020: Emergency guidelines for conducting court procedures in the BVI
9 March 2020: Overcoming barriers to completion of corporate transactions amidst COVID-19 challenges
Asia Updates
05 May 2020
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With containment measures, including compulsory measures prohibiting gatherings and meetings of more than two persons (subject to maintaining social distancing) and travel restrictions, this guide sets out the practical considerations that Guernsey companies should consider when holding meetings of their shareholders and directors during these disrupted times.
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29 April 2020
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Jersey's government has moved quickly to pass temporary, emergency legislation permitting the witnessing of Jersey wills by audio-visual link to ensure that people can continue to safely make Jersey wills during these unprecedented times.
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Changes to Jersey court procedures in response to COVID-19
24 April 2020
The Jersey courts have been swift to adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent challenges presented by social distancing requirements, and this action has enabled them to remain open and continue to operate. The courts have put various measures into place to facilitate the continuation of court proceedings during these times.
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About Mourant
Mourant is a law firm-led, professional services business with over 60 years' experience in the financial services sector. We advise on the laws of the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Jersey and Luxembourg and provide specialist entity management, governance, regulatory and consulting services.
