Vanisha Harjani

Partner

  • Hong Kong
Vanisha Harjani

Overview

Bringing over 15 years of robust legal experience to Loeb Smith, Vanisha specialises in corporate and commercial law with a proven track record in drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex legal documentation for hedge funds, private equity funds, securitizations and corporate restructuring. Recently transitioning from another law firm / and as a director of a corporate services firm, Vanisha is dedicated to providing strategic legal advice and exceptional client service.

Vanisha is adept at navigating regulatory compliance matters across the British Virgin Islands and the Cayman Islands, ensuring clients meet necessary legal requirements while optimising their operations. She has played a critical role in high stakes transactions, notably assisting with Templewater Bravo’s HKD3.2 billion acquisition of New World First Bus Service and City Bus.

Vanisha has advised a diverse clientele, including banks, corporates, and funds on a wide range of legal, banking and finance matters. Her legal expertise is underpinned by strong relationship management and leadership skills, ensuring that clients receive tailored, results-driven solutions.

With a passion for helping businesses thrive, Vanisha is dedicated to fostering strong client relationships built on trust and transparency.

Vanisha is qualified in UK and in the BVI and is fluent in English and Hindi.

Latest Updates and News

Private Funds in the Cayman Islands
INSIGHTS | 09 January 2026

Private Funds in the Cayman Islands

This article will provide a general overview of the steps involved in the formation and running of a closed-ended investment fund in the Cayman Islands pursuant to the Private Funds Act (As Revised) (the “Act”). Whilst there are no statutory requirements as to the type of legal entity…

The Cayman Islands Implements Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework
INSIGHTS | 16 December 2025

The Cayman Islands Implements Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework

The Common Reporting Standard (“CRS”) which was published by The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) is intended to, among other things, improve international tax transparency. The CRS achieves this objective by, among other things, requiring committed jurisdictions to obtain information on offshore accounts held with “Financial…

Granting and Protecting Security Over Shares in a Cayman Islands Exempted Company
INSIGHTS | 03 November 2025

Granting and Protecting Security Over Shares in a Cayman Islands Exempted Company

Cayman Islands exempted companies are widely utilized in structuring cross-border finance transactions. One of the key reasons for this is that the Cayman Islands provides a flexible and well-tested regime for secured financing transactions that is attractive to borrowers and lenders alike. The process for creating security in…

Effectiveness and Role of the Letter of Wishes in Trusts
INSIGHTS | 28 October 2025

Effectiveness and Role of the Letter of Wishes in Trusts

Effectiveness and Role of the Letter of Wishes in Trusts

BVI: Conversion of Incubator Funds and Approved Funds and ongoing requirements
INSIGHTS | 13 October 2025

BVI: Conversion of Incubator Funds and Approved Funds and ongoing requirements

Among the many investment fund structures provided by the Financial Services Commission (“FSC”) of the British Virgin Islands (“BVI”) under the Securities and Investment Business Act (As Revised) of the BVI, Approved Funds and Incubator Funds have for a number of years been very attractive options for Start-up…

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