Course Description
This advanced course explores the complex world of offshore trusts and international banking structures, focusing on the dual imperatives of asset protection and regulatory compliance. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of how high-net-worth individuals and financial institutions use offshore vehicles for asset protection, wealth preservation, and strategic financial planning—alongside the legal, ethical, and compliance issues that arise. Through real-world case studies and a review of international regulatory regimes, the course examines how jurisdictions with favorable trust laws and banking have become focal points for both legitimate financial strategies and asset protection structures.
Syllabus
- Definition and scope of Offshore Asset Protection
- International Jurisdictions for Asset Protection Trusts
- Offshore Banking Overview and Jurisdictions
- International Jurisdictions for Offshore Banking Compared
- Understanding Reporting Requirements for U.S. Clients