Wills & Estates

We advise both local and international clients on succession planning matters to ensure that BVI assets (including BVI real estate and shares in BVI companies) are effectively and efficiently passed on to the next generation.

The rules of succession relating to BVI assets are governed by BVI law, irrespective of the domicile of the owner. A BVI Grant of Representation is therefore a relevant consideration whenever an owner of BVI assets passes away.

We can assist with the following:

Drafting a valid BVI will
Preparing and submitting applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
Preparing and submitting applications to reseal a foreign Grant of Representation
Advising on effective succession planning strategies

Our Professionals

Johann E Henry

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Priscilla Donovan-Bobb

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Our Other Practice Areas

Employment

We work with employers and employees in a wide range of business sectors and provide comprehensive and commercial labour-related advice in various contexts including contract, tax, pensions and immigration.

Real Estate

We routinely advise on acquisition, development, operation, and disposal of a broad range of real estate asset types including private islands, hotels and resorts, luxury villas, marinas, restaurants, and commercial buildings.

Corporate & Commercial

Our corporate and commercial practice provides astute and timely advice to local and international clients on a wide variety of matters relating to BVI companies including incorporation, structuring, governance, and operation.

Shipping & Aircraft

Our lawyers have an excellent reputation for providing commercially sensible legal advice on all aspects of the acquisition, registration, financing, disposal, and operation of ships in the context of the tax neutral registry of the BVI.

Immigration

We provide comprehensive advice regarding applications for emergency, temporary, periodic, and standard long-term work permits, permission to reside, and for permanent residence and Belongership.

Intellectual Property

We are able to assist with all aspects of BVI intellectual property law including the preparation and submission of applications for the registration of trademarks and patents in the BVI.

Banking & Finance

Our domestic banking and finance practice supports our local and international clients with complex commercial transactions and regulatory matters as well as with real estate transactions in the BVI.

Regulatory & Tax

We provide advice and support in connection with obtaining, renewing or modifying trade and other appropriate licences and regulatory approvals to support new and existing businesses.

Infrastructure & Energy

Our lawyers advises local and international clients throughout every stage of development, construction, financing, acquisition, ownership and operation of public infrastructure projects, and the acquisition and financing of project companies.

Government & Public Bodies

Government departments and public bodies have a critical influence on the economy. They are market participants in their own right, deliver essential services and help to shape, influence and regulate private sector businesses.

Corporate Services

Our corporate service solutions ensure our clients remain in good standing, avoid the cost and reputational damage associated with non-compliance and allow our clients to focus on their core business.

Dispute Resolution

We help our clients resolve disputes as quickly and effectively as possible with minimal disruption to their businesses