Our solicitors have achieved outstanding results in the most recent editions of Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, Asialaw, Benchmark Litigation, Who’s Who Legal, Spear’s 500, Private Client Global Elite, Citywealth’s Leaders List and Doyle’s Guide.
They have been recognised multiple times by Asian Legal Business and Community Business and been awarded by The Law Society of Hong Kong for their pro bono service to the community.
Independent Hong Kong-based firm Hugill & Ip has established a strong reputation among individuals and families, since it was founded in 2018. It provides ‘practical and effective solutions’ across the gamut of private client and family law matters. Name partner and team head Alfred Ip has been pivotal to the firm’s success in the area, particularly in relation to contentious trusts and probate work, where it has swiftly gained a reputation as ‘undoubtedly the to-go-to address in terms of inheritance provisions disputes’.
Hugill & Ip’s skilful employment department serves global corporates across the energy, consumer goods and financial services sectors. Boasts expertise handling employee terminations, workplace discrimination and employee misconduct as well as assisting with relevant sensitive investigations. Regularly sought after by individuals on issues involving unpaid salaries, breaches of contract and wrongful dismissals.
Christopher Hooley heads the corporate and commercial law practice group at Hugill & Ip Solicitors. He is held in high regard for his wide-ranging practice advising multinationals on M&A transactions and joint ventures. Market commentators acknowledge him as “a veteran in Hong Kong.“
Three of Hugill & Ip partners ranked as Asialaw Distinguished Practitioner in the following practice areas:
- Adam Hugill for Labour and Employment (Highly Recommended Firm)
- Alfred Ip for Private Client and Dispute Resolution (Recommended Firm)
- Christopher Hooley for Corporate and M&A (Notable Firm)
The Law Society of Hong Kong has presented the 2021 Awards for the Pro-bono and Community Recognition Programme:
- Hugill & Ip – Gold Law Firm Award
- Alfred Ip (Ip Woon Shun 葉煥信) – Individual Gold Award
- Harry Wong (Wong Man Hei 王敏曦) – Individual Silver Award
- Jacqueline Cheng – Individual Bronze Award
- Adam Hugill – Individual Bronze Award
- Gary Wong – Individual Bronze Award
- Carmen Tang – Individual Bronze Award
Alfred Ip is recognised for his Contentious Trusts practice
Citywealth’s Leaders List is a curated directory of the leading individuals in international private client and wealth management. Over 15 years of research, Citywealth has identified the advisors and managers who regularly assist clients with £5million + in investable assets and some of the wealthiest billionaires in the world. All entries have been nominated for inclusion by their peers or organisations and independently verified by Citywealth with peer or client references.
Alfred Ip of Hugill & Ip Solicitors is well respected in the Hong Kong private client market and has particular expertise assisting high net worth individuals on trust and probate issues, as well as estate administration and disputes.
An interviewee says: “Alfred Ip leads from the front – he is intelligent, curious, and has a desire to consume knowledge and deliver advice in a succinct and logical manner.” Another source enthuses: “His expertise and professional attributes gave me the confidence that he was giving me the best advice. He does a tremendous job explaining the risk options and strategies for the next steps.”
Adam Hugill is recognised as Recommended Lawyer in the category of Leading Employment & Labour Lawyers.
Alfred Ip is recognised as First Tier Lawyer in the category of Leading Estates, Probate & Succession Litigation Lawyers.
They – and Hugill & Ip – have been identified by their fellow Hong Kong-based lawyers and barristers specialsing in these areas for their expertise and abilities.
Hugill & Ip has been ranked by Benchmark Litigation in the following practice areas:
- Highly Recommended for Private Client
- Recommended in Labor and Employment
- Tier 3 for Commercial and Transactions
Adam Hugill and Alfred Ip are rated Litigation Stars. Hugill & Ip is recognised for its work in dispute resolution and the firm has a distinct focus on employment and private client litigation. The firm is also increasingly involved in general commercial disputes. Key names in the dispute resolution team include partners Alfred Ip and Adam Hugill who led the majority of cases worked on during the research period.
One highlight saw the firm advise Hawaiian company Adon Construction recover misappropriated funds as a result of internet fraud. It also acted on a cross-border joint venture dispute between a garment manufacturing and retail company, High Fashion New Media, and an asset holding vehicle, Hansen. Another case highlight includes defending claims on behalf of Charles Taylor and nine other defendants against allegations of breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duties and unlawful conspiracy. The firm also acted for KPMG’s court-appointed administrator to administrate the estate and conduct various recovery actions against the former executor of the estate.
Testimonials
What our Clients Say
I was very impressed with the level of service I received from Hugill & Ip. They were extremely knowledgeable, responsive and professional, and helped me navigate some complex probate issues with ease. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of legal assistance.
Kajal Aswani is very experience and gives excellent strategic advice. She is highly respected and always gives sensible and strategic advice to her clients.
I needed some document notarised and processed for use overseas and Hugill & Ip were, by far, the most professional and efficient firm I’ve come across in Hong Kong. The Notary Manager I dealt with (Ms Miu) was outstanding. She was very personable, exhaustive in explaining the process, and kept me posted on completion of each step, which was highly appreciated. Truly excellent customer service.
This is a growing employment practice in Hong Kong. Having set up a few years ago, it has gone from strength to strength under Adam Hugill’s guidance.
They provide a professional, efficient and reliable service. They get straight to the point and do not waste client money. Their advice is clear and strategic. They are excellent at solving seemingly intractable problems.
Alfred Ip is stellar in every way. His advice and delivery are tailored to the client. He is knowledgeable, experienced, insightful and reassuring in conference. He is not afraid to take on difficult opponents or complex cases. He is always the one you want if you are going into a fight.
Kajal Aswani is the go-to when you need someone to represent a related party and you need a strong pair of hands. She excels in her careful and humane handling of clients, understanding their issues and helping them to see through the worst storms.
Adam Hugill is very good at providing practical solutions to clients, as he is very innovative in his thinking. He has extensive knowledge in employment matters.
Kind & friendly, I felt welcome! They offer certified copy service at a fair price!