NEWSLETTER
THE LAWYER AS CRAFTSMAN
- March 22, 2011 4:51 AM
Tradition and resourcefulness
You could hear these statements just about anywhere: “The study of law is a dull study. You have to read a lot of books and especially learn a lot by heart. But luckily it is not a difficult study. It is more or less the easiest study to graduate in.”
ON THE IMAGE OF LAWYERS
- March 16, 2011 3:34 PM
Bloodsuckers and hypocrites?
Lawyers (attorneys) are often exposed to strong criticism, both here and elsewhere.
SUPERVISORY DIRECTORS OF A CURACAO INSURANCE COMPANY
- February 23, 2011 5:49 AM
The Central Bank has issued guidance notes
According to the Curacao Ordinance on the Supervision of the Insurance Business, a Board of Supervisory Directors of an insurance company shall have the task of supervising the policy of the Management Board of such company and the general course of events of the insurance company and the business associated with it.
PROPOSED REVIEW CORPORATE CODE ON ULTRA VIRES
- February 23, 2011 5:43 AM
The rules with regard to ultra vires are fundamentally changed
Ultra vires means ‘beyond power or authority’. An ultra vires act is one beyond the purpose clause as laid down in the Articles of Association of a legal entity, for instance a foundation or a limited liability company (NV or BV).
ELECTRONIC AGREEMENTS IN CURACAO AND SINT MAARTEN
- February 14, 2011 6:36 AM
The Dutch Caribbean digital signature exists for over 10 years
The Curacao Ordinance on Electronic Agreements a.k.a. the Curacao Ordinance on agreements concluded electronically (Landsverordening overeenkomsten langs elektronische weg) became effective on 1 January 2001.
WHAT YOU MAY EXPECT OF YOUR LAWYER
- January 26, 2011 10:35 AM
Quality, Clarity, Trust, Value for Money, Passion and Compassion
Whether you live in the UK, the USA or the Dutch Caribbean, almost every lawyer (attorney) or law firm claims to be the best, the leading, etc.
A PUBLIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AND LEGAL PERSONALITY
- January 20, 2011 7:21 AM
Dutch Supreme Court, Decision of 18 January 1901
Suppose you and several of your friends decided to combine your financial resources to start a business. You subsequently agreed on the incorporation of a limited liability company (NV).
PROPOSED REVIEW DUTCH CARIBBEAN LEGISLATION ON CONFLICTING INTEREST
- December 07, 2010 3:57 AM
The proposed bill gives shareholders more freedom
Earlier in 2010, a draft bill was proposed to amend the Corporate Code (Book 2 Civil Code) of Curacao, St. Maarten, Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (which formerly constituted the Netherlands Antilles).
PROPOSED REVIEW DUTCH CARIBBEAN LEGISLATION ON DIRECTORS" LIABILITY IN BANKRUPTCY
- November 24, 2010 2:43 PM
Defects detected in the annual accounts drawn up may be relevant
Earlier in 2010, a draft bill was proposed to amend the Corporate Code (Book 2 Civil Code) of Curacao, St. Maarten, Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (which formerly constituted the Netherlands Antilles).
PROPOSED REVIEW DUTCH CARIBBEAN CROSS BORDER MERGER LEGISLATION
- November 18, 2010 11:24 AM
Proposed bill introduces outbound mergers
Earlier in 2010, a draft bill was proposed to amend the Corporate Code (Book 2 Civil Code) of Curacao, St. Maarten, Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (which formerly constituted the Netherlands Antilles). Hopefully, the Bill comes into force in 2011.
PROPOSED REVIEW DUTCH CARIBBEAN LEGISLATION ON REPRESENTATION
- November 12, 2010 5:09 AM
Restrictions in managing authority work through into the representative authority
Earlier in 2010, a draft bill was proposed to amend the Corporate Code (Book 2 Civil Code) of Curacao, St. Maarten, Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (which formerly constituted the Netherlands Antilles).
PRESENTING FACTS IN DUTCH CARIBBEAN COURT PROCEEDINGS
- November 12, 2010 5:06 AM
Facts must be presented fully and truthfully
Legal proceedings are initiated by a petition filed with the Courts. A petition is a document stating, among other things, the names and addresses of the parties, the nature of the dispute (including the relevant facts of the case), the competent court, and the demand for relief.
INQUIRY PROCEDURE TO BE INTRODUCED IN THE DUTCH CARIBBEAN
- October 28, 2010 11:12 AM
The Joint Court will become the forum of choice for corporate disputes
Earlier in 2010, a draft bill was proposed to amend the Corporate Code (Book 2 Civil Code) of Curacao, St. Maarten, Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (which formerly constituted the Netherlands Antilles).
THE MANAGEMENT BOARD OF A DUTCH CARIBBEAN LEGAL ENTITY
- October 28, 2010 10:59 AM
The management board is responsible for the day-to-day affairs
The management board has the function of managing the legal entity, i.e., making policy and conducting the day-to-day management of such legal entity (NV, BV, Foundation or Association).
THE MANAGEMENT BOARD OF A DUTCH CARIBBEAN LEGAL ENTITY
- October 19, 2010 5:34 AM
The management board is responsible for the day-to-day affairs
The management board has the function of managing the legal entity, i.e., making policy and conducting the day-to-day management of such legal entity (NV, BV, Foundation or Association).
TODAY A NEW COUNTRY IS BORN: CURACAO
- October 10, 2010 1:00 PM
Pueblo di Korsou: Masha Masha Pabien! People of Curacao: Heartfelt congratulations!
Good Corporate Governance op Curacao: einde aan de politieke benoemings- en ontslagcaroussel!
- September 13, 2010 7:41 AM
Het Land en het Eilandgebied bedienen zich al decennia van een benoemings- en ontslagcarrousel waar het gaat om bestuurders en commissarissen van overheidsvennootschappen en –stichtingen.
STANDARDS OF DUE PROCESS APPLICABLE IN THE DUTCH CARIBBEAN
- September 07, 2010 3:41 PM
The Supreme Court applies strict standards
In respect of the standards of due process applicable in the Netherlands Antilles and Aruba, the European Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms (EVRM) applies, including article 6, which safeguards the right of due process.
SEE YOU IN COURT?
- June 09, 2010 11:09 AM
Arbitration as an alternative for settling disputes in Curacao
Enterprises with a legal dispute can turn to the courts; however, instead of litigating in court, they can also opt for arbitration.
COMMENCING PROCEEDINGS AGAINST MULTIPLE DEFENDANTS IN THE DUTCH CARIBBEAN
- May 31, 2010 6:55 AM
Non-residents can be sued
A general rule under the Netherlands Antilles code of civil procedure is that the Curacao court (or another court in the Dutch Caribbean as the case may be) has jurisdiction over defendants which are (in this example) Curacao residents or companies with an office in Curacao.
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