Guernsey Trusts in 2026: Structural Innovation and Case Law

This webinar will examine the future of Guernsey trusts in 2026, with a focus on structural innovation and key judicial developments. Participants will review the latest trust designs being adopted to meet evolving client needs, particularly in cross-border wealth structuring and succession planning. The session will also assess recent case law shaping the interpretation of trustee duties, beneficiaries’ rights, and the role of protectors. Through practical examples, speakers will highlight how trust structures are adapting to address challenges such as increased transparency, tax information exchange, and regulatory oversight. The programme will also cover dispute trends and the implications for drafting and administration. Attendees will leave with an enhanced understanding of the opportunities and risks arising from both legislative change and judicial guidance. This webinar will be particularly valuable for trustees, lawyers, and private client professionals operating in or through Guernsey.

This webinar provides one-hour of CPD and offers insights and updates from a leading industry-expert speaker. 

Delegates places are interchangeable with colleagues from the same organisation.

Content

• Emerging trust structures and their practical uses in 2026

• Recent case law developments impacting trustees and beneficiaries

• Drafting considerations to manage disputes and protect trustees

• Adapting trust administration to increased regulatory oversight

• Practical guidance on balancing client needs with legal risk

Presenter

TBC .

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