3 Reasons NOT to Use a Cook Islands Trust for Asset Protection

The Cook Islands have long been marketed as the “gold standard” for offshore asset protection trusts—but are they still the right choice? In this video, asset protection attorney Jacob Stein, Esq. shares why he no longer recommends Cook Islands trusts, despite having established dozens of them over 20 years ago. With clear reasoning and decades of experience, Jacob explains: • Why the Cook Islands became a victim of their own success • How legal case history has made Cook Islands trusts more vulnerable • Why uncertainty in jurisdiction is your biggest advantage—and the Cooks may no longer offer it • Better alternatives: Nevis, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, select European jurisdictions If you’re considering setting up an offshore trust, this is a must-watch to understand where strategy meets perception—and how to stay one step ahead of creditors.