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Statutory Hastings-Bass in the Cayman Islands: the Grand Court sets aside a deed of exclusion Background The issues The judgment Key takeaways
In the recent decision of The Trustees v AB and Ors (Re the D Trust) the Cayman Grand Court granted relief under section 64A of the Trusts Act (2021 Revision) (the Act) to set aside a deed of exclusion (Deed of Exclusion) executed by previous trustees in reliance on erroneous UK tax advice.
The decision adds to the growing body of authority on the statutory Hastings-Bass jurisdiction in the Cayman Islands, and includes guidance on the good faith requirement, standing by successor trustees, notification to tax authorities, and whether section 64A applications should be dealt with on the…
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