Wealthy Individuals who chose to geographically and politically diversify their portfolio. Most growth investment opportunities are not in the developed nations but in the developing nations. With economies growing at 7% to 15% outside the developed world and the dollar and the euro depreciating against these currencies smart money has chosen growth as opposed to stasis.

International Business owners typically wish to capture profits in tax efficient jurisdictions, have custom products available for immediate use, and appreciate informed consulting on international transactions. Issues include such items as web based commerce, and facilitating the purchase and sale of goods and services in many countries. Often times clients are escaping the “ignorance of a country-specific mindset”. This characterization is most often directed at North American bankers and businesspeople, but is now being levied at EU-based bankers as well.

Intellectual Property banks and funds are now seeking domicile in various locations where enforcement of their rights is more certain and less expensive. This allows for easier licensing of IP in more jurisdictions with more certain enforcement of the prosperities created and rights licensed or sold.

Litigation and Regulatory Efficiency is a universal theme for all clients. While this may not be their primary focus, it is always a positive bonus.