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Vanisha Harjani
Counsel
- Hong Kong
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
INSIGHTS | 04 June 2025
Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property in the Cayman Islands and the BVI
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to raise complex questions about the applicability of intellectual property (IP) laws to AI and AI-generated works.
INSIGHTS | 02 June 2025
Fiduciary Duties of a General Partner of a Cayman Islands exempted limited partnership
The Cayman Islands (Cayman) continues to be the leading offshore jurisdiction for the establishment of hedge funds, private equity funds, and investment funds focused on other asset classes. A large number of Cayman funds (typically private equity, venture capital or real estate focused funds) are structured as exempted…
INSIGHTS | 30 May 2025
Cryptoasset trading in Cayman Islands
What rules and restrictions govern the exchange of fiat currency and cryptoassets? Assuming the subject cryptoassets fall within the definition of virtual assets under the Virtual Asset (Service Providers) Act (As Revised) (VASP Act), the exchange of fiat currency and cryptoassets will likely constitute a virtual asset service…
INSIGHTS | 26 May 2025
Cayman Islands: Growth in use of parallel funds structures
The Cayman Islands is a leading offshore jurisdiction for investment funds known for its investor friendly regulations, tax neutrality, robust legal framework, regulatory environment, professional services infrastructure and global reach. It offers significant benefits, including no corporate income tax, capital gains tax or inheritance tax, making it attractive…
INSIGHTS | 19 May 2025
Top 10 things for clients to note when commencing a claim in the BVI
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