Offshore Trusts &
Asset Protection
An offshore trust is one of the most powerful legal tools for protecting your wealth from lawsuits, creditors, political risk, and forced heirship rules. We connect you with experienced trust attorneys in top jurisdictions.
Top Asset Protection Jurisdictions
Each jurisdiction offers unique advantages. We help you select the one that best fits your protection needs and budget.
Nevis
StrongestThe gold standard in asset protection. Nevis requires creditors to post a USD 100,000 bond before filing suit against a Nevis trust, and applies a 1-year statute of limitations on fraudulent transfer claims. No Nevis court has ever broken a properly structured Nevis trust.
- USD 100K creditor bond requirement
- 1-year statute of limitations
- No recognition of foreign judgments
- Trust can be moved to another jurisdiction if threatened
- Setup cost: USD 15,000-25,000
Cook Islands
Very StrongPioneer of modern asset protection trust legislation. Cook Islands trusts have withstood multiple high-profile challenges in US courts. The jurisdiction features a 2-year statute of limitations and a beyond-reasonable-doubt standard of proof for creditors.
- 2-year statute of limitations
- Beyond-reasonable-doubt standard for creditors
- Proven track record in US litigation
- Trust protector provisions
- Setup cost: USD 20,000-35,000
Belize
Strong & Cost-EffectiveBelize offers strong asset protection with modern trust legislation at a lower cost than Nevis or Cook Islands. The Trusts Act provides that no foreign judgment is enforceable against a Belize trust, and creditors must re-litigate in Belize courts.
- No recognition of foreign judgments
- Modern, favorable trust legislation
- Lower setup and maintenance costs
- Strong asset protection framework
- Setup cost: USD 8,000-15,000
Who Needs an Offshore Trust?
Asset protection is not just for the ultra-wealthy. Anyone with meaningful assets and exposure to risk should consider it.
Business Owners
Protect personal assets from business liabilities, lawsuits, and creditor claims.
High-Net-Worth Individuals
Shield wealth from litigation risk, divorce settlements, and political instability.
Real Estate Holders
Separate property ownership from personal liability through trust structures.
Medical Professionals
Protect against malpractice claims that exceed insurance coverage.
Multi-Jurisdictional Families
Manage inheritance across borders while avoiding forced heirship rules.
Digital Asset Holders
Structure digital asset holdings within a legal framework for protection and succession.
Trust Formation Process
Consultation & Analysis
We review your asset profile, risk exposure, and goals to determine the optimal trust structure and jurisdiction.
Jurisdiction Selection
Based on your situation, we recommend the best jurisdiction considering strength of protection, cost, and compliance.
Trust Drafting
Our partner trust attorneys draft the trust deed, appoint trustees, and define the protector and beneficiary structure.
Asset Transfer
We coordinate the compliant transfer of assets into the trust while maintaining all regulatory requirements.
Ongoing Management
Annual compliance, trustee reporting, and structure adjustments as your circumstances change.
Protect your assets before you need to
Asset protection must be set up proactively -- once a claim exists, it may be too late. Talk to our team about the right structure for your situation.