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07/06/2024

Horizons Global

In this episode of Piano Lessons, Phil and Marc discuss Marc’s transition into his new role as a director and consultant at Horizons Global, one of H3’s verified service providers.

07/06/2024

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15 min
16/06/2020

Luxembourg: an Investment Funds giant

In the fourth episode of our Funds Download podcast series our host and global head of Funds and Regulatory, Philip Graham, is joined by the head of our Luxembourg Investment Funds team, Vanessa Molloy, to take a closer look at the reasons why Luxembourg is such a successful investment funds jurisdiction, and the main factors to consider if you are thinking of establishing a Luxembourg structure.

16/06/2020

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12 min
18 MARS

Le nouveau régime de carried interest luxembourgeois: une nouvelle ère pour les gestionnaires de fonds

Depuis le 1er janvier 2026, le Grand-Duché de Luxembourg a dispose d'un nouveau régime fiscal applicable aux carried interest, confortant ainsi sa position de place financière de premier plan au sein de l'Union Européenne pour les acteurs institutionnels du secteur des fonds d'investissement alternatifs. La présente note a vocation à présenter de manière synthétique les caractéristiques substantielles de ce nouveau régime. Pourquoi cette réforme était-elle nécessaire ? Le dispositif fiscal antérieur applicable aux rémunérations de type carried interest présentait des limitations substantielles. Seules les personnes physiques ayant acquis la qualité de résident fiscal luxembourgeois au cours de la période comprise entre 2013 et 2018 étaient susceptibles d'en bénéficier ; le bénéfice dudit régime était limité à une durée maximale de dix années et les conditions d'éligibilité étaient restreintes aux seuls salariés des sociétés de gestion de fonds. Par conséquent, depuis l'exercice 2018, aucun nouveau contribuable n'était en mesure de se prévaloir des dispositions de l'ancien régime. L'instauration d'un nouveau cadre normatif s'avérait dès lors indispensable afin de préserver la compétitivité du Grand-Duché et de maintenir son attractivité à l'égard des professionnels du secteur des investissements alternatifs. Cette réforme s'inscrit dans le cadre d'une stratégie gouvernementale de plus grande envergure visant à consolider la position du Grand-Duché de Luxembourg en qualité de place financière de premier rang à l'échelle européenne. Concomitamment à la refonte du régime fiscal des carried interest , les autorités luxembourgeoises ont procédé à une modification du dispositif fiscal des impatriés — prévoyant désormais une exonération d'impôt sur le revenu à hauteur de 50 % pour les revenus n'excédant pas 400.000 euros —, ont renforcé les mécanismes légaux d'intéressement aux bénéfices et ont instauré un nouveau cadre fiscal dérogatoire applicable aux options de souscription d'actions (stock-options) au bénéfice des start-ups. Deux catégories de carried interest La nouvelle loi crée deux catégories distinctes de carried interest, chacune avec son propre traitement fiscal. Le Contractual Carry constitue la structure la plus simple des deux dispositifs. Dans ce cadre, le bénéficiaire perçoit une quote-part des bénéfices du fonds par le biais d'un versement au titre du carry, sans être tenu d'investir. Cette rémunération s'apparente à une prime liée à la performance du véhicule d'investissement. Le régime fiscal applicable est particulièrement favorable : seul le quart du taux normal d'imposition sur le revenu s'applique, soit un taux effectif d'environ 11,5 % (ou 13 % en incluant la contribution dépendance). Le mécanisme du Participation Carry (également désigné sous le terme de " carried invest ") implique que le gérant procède à un investissement en capital afin d'acquérir un droit de participater aux distributions de carry. Ce dispositif se distingue du co-investissement classique en ce qu'il porte spécifiquement sur le traitement fiscal de la distribution du carried interest elle-même. Le nouveau régime ne prévoit ni seuil minimal d'investissement, ni pourcentage déterminé du capital devant être souscrit. La distinction fondamentale entre les deux mécanismes réside dans les modalités d'acquisition du carried interest : le Contractual Carry confère un droit contractuel sans contrepartie financière, tandis que le Participation Carry requiert un investissement effectif. Sous réserve du respect de deux conditions cumulatives — à savoir une période de détention minimale de six mois et une participation ne pouvant excéder 10 % du capital du fonds — le carried interest bénéficie d'une exonération totale de l'impôt luxembourgeois. Éligibilité élargie Le nouveau régime élargit substantiellement les catégories de personnes éligibles. Sont désormais visées l'ensemble des personnes physiques participant activement, de manière directe ou in...

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7 min
10/10/2019

The Rules

Classify, Classify, Classify In the tenth instalment of Harneys’ Substance on Substance series, Philip Graham and Josh Mangeot discuss the release of the final version of the guidance formerly known as the “Code”, which was published by the ITA on 9 October 2019 as its newly-titled Rules and explanatory notes (the Rules). Key Takeaways • With the certainty provided by the final Rules, it is vital that all directors and operators of BVI entities classify their entities as a matter of priority, if they have not already done so. There is an ongoing legal obligation on BVI entities under the Beneficial Ownership (Secure Search System) Act 2017, as amended with effect from 1 October 2019, to determine whether they are carrying on a relevant activity and the first compliance periods have started for all companies and other relevant legal entities. •Harneys online economic substance classification solution remains available for use at https://economicsubstance.vg and provides formal legal advice for a fixed fee – the solution reflects the final Rules and classifications received by users who have previously classified their entities using the solution are unaffected, subject to some minor cross-references to the numbering used in the final Rules. • the ITA released a useful summary document of the relatively minor amendments made to the last public published by the ITA. The key changes include: o where an entity wishes to be treated as provisionally “non-resident” due to its tax status under foreign laws, the “reasonable period” in which to provide the ITA with evidence of such status will be two “financial periods” o BVI entities in liquidation are still generally expected to comply with the substance requirements o the presumptions of non-compliance for BVI entities that are carrying on IP business have been made more difficult to rebut (ie disprove) and are subject to expanded reporting and evidentiary requirements • Economic substance reporting for each BVI entity will generally begin in 2020 at the end of the current financial period, so all BVI entities should determine any economic substance compliance requirements for the current period. This episode was recorded on 10 October 2019.

10/10/2019

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7 min
11/02/2025

Growth, action, and innovation: Insights from Henry Tucker our Bermuda Managing Partner

William and Henry explore Bermuda’s growing success, fuelled by its balanced regulatory framework, easy access to New York, and a local environment that fosters opportunity. Henry introduces his "pick up a shovel" philosophy, championing decisive action and practical problem-solving to deliver the best results. They also highlight the importance of questioning conventional wisdom in law firms, advocating for fresh, innovative approaches to tackle complex challenges.

11/02/2025

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9 min
31/07/2023

Sanctions on Russia: At 18 months following the invasion (part 2)

In this episode, Global Head of Regulatory & Tax Aki Corsoni-Husain and guest expert Rachel Barnes KC of Three Raymond Buildings go into more detail about the state of play as of June 2023 regarding sanctions on Russia after the invasion of Ukraine, with a specific focus on professional services in the trust sectors. Key Takeaways: Outlining and reflecting on, the new UK sanctions on Russia impacting professional and financial services, trust industry restrictions and exemptions and the Overseas Territories’ inclusion to those sanctions.Providing an overview of new prohibitions in providing business services and their updates.Comparing sanctions imposed by EU, UK, and US on the professional services industry, legal advisory services and trust industry (as at June 2023).Examining the impact of sanctions on transactional lawyers, particularly in relation to the provision of legal advisory services on related matters (as at June 2023).Discussing the rule of law concerning sanctions and their application to asset movement of designated individuals.

31/07/2023

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26 min
28/07/2022

International transfer of personal data: Frictions and a dynamic road ahead

In this episode, Senior Associate Elina Mantrali is joined once again by guest expert Phil Lee, discuss the scope and practical implications of the EU’s rules on international transfers of personal data under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation and, more recently, the European Court of Justice’s decision in Schrems II. Phil is a leading data protection expert and is a partner in Fieldfisher's leading Privacy, Security and Information law group in London, with experience on both sides of the Atlantic, having previously set up Fieldfisher’s office in Silicon Valley.

28/07/2022

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17 min
17/06/2022

International transfers of personal data: Theory and practice

In this episode, Senior Associate Elina Mantrali and guest expert Phil Lee, discuss the scope and practical implications of the EU’s rules on international transfers of personal data under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation and, more recently, the European Court of Justice’s decision in Schrems II. Phil is a leading data protection expert and is a partner in Fieldfisher's leading Privacy, Security and Information law group in London, with experience on both sides of the Atlantic, having previously set up Fieldfisher’s office in Silicon Valley.

17/06/2022

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17 min
04/09/2024

Silk Roads and Statutes: Learn about our Shanghai Managing Partner Vicky Lord

In this episode, Shanghai Managing Partner Vicky Lord reflects on her career path from criminal barrister in London to leading our Shanghai office. Vicky discusses the importance of teamwork and responsibility in managing a successful office and shares helpful advice for junior lawyers about always continuing to learn. She highlights the strategic significance of the Shanghai office in serving Chinese clients using offshore structures, stressing the value of communication in their local languages.

04/09/2024

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12 min
30/07/2024

Cyprus: the philosophy of skippering

In the seventh episode of our Chat OMP podcast, William Peake interviews Pavlos Aristodemou, managing partner of our Cyprus office. Pavlos shares his unique journey at Harneys, including the evolution of the Cyprus office from a small boutique firm to an official Harneys location. He highlights the essential skills required to excel as a managing partner, drawing parallels to being the skipper of a boat, and offers valuable advice to junior lawyers on the importance of consistency.

30/07/2024

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13 min

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