21 Jan 2019

How private client philanthropy is evolving across the globe

What does the future hold for private client philanthropy? We have witnessed a marked shift in recent years; one that is becoming a global phenomenon. Ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals and their families are increasingly moving away from...

09 Jan 2019

Gendered client service: segmentation or soft skills?

As the number of ultra-wealthy women and the percentage of private wealth held by women continue to rise on a global scale, there is increasing recognition in our industry that service needs and preferences can notably differ between male and female...

07 Jan 2019

The revival of the employee benefit trust in Asia

Speaking at the Independent Wealth Management Forum in Hong Kong on 30 October, director James Russell discussed the rising popularity of employee benefit trusts (EBTs) in Asia.

18 Dec 2018

FDI in Ireland: looking forward to 2019

Ireland has a long and successful track record in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). In 2018, the nation has continued to top global rankings for high-value inward investment projects, with strengths in key sectors such as ICT, financial...

17 Dec 2018

Case study: PTC solution for a GCC family with international interests

First Names Group was approached by a GCC family to establish a sophisticated and efficient operating platform to facilitate a range of international investments, both business and personal. Here I provide the details of our bespoke solution to meet...

08 Nov 2018

Balancing influence and substance for Middle Eastern clients

Given the continuing political instability in the Middle East, wealth preservation remains a top priority for many Middle Eastern families and individuals; both in terms of immediate asset protection and long-term succession planning.

In such...

06 Nov 2018

Top tips for companies setting up operations in Ireland

At First Names Group, the focus of our Irish business is on providing turnkey solutions and ongoing corporate services to international clients looking to Ireland as either a platform to expand into the EU and EMEA markets, or a location to base...

23 Oct 2018

The rise of flexible office space and what it means for real estate investors

It is a well-recognised and frequently discussed fact that real estate has become so much more than bricks and mortar. End users of real estate now expect more from their space; they expect a service. We have previously noted the rise of this trend...

16 Oct 2018

Hong Kong’s ultra-wealthy and the need for fiduciary excellence

Hong Kong has become the world’s top UHNW city, but how is this growing wealth being protected?

09 Oct 2018

Private wealth and the Isle of Man

Last week saw the launch of The Private Wealth & Private Client Review, Edition 7. This in-depth publication forms part of The Law Reviews series and features business-focused insight and analysis covering key industry trends as well as each of the...

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