Separating from a spouse is in most cases emotionally draining and it can cause both long-term and short-term financial issues
If one or both parties have concluded that the only way to resolve a dead-end situation is divorce, some aspects need to be taken into account.
This Q&A examines the essential points that couples should consider before a prenup is put in place
While one way of protecting a testator’s assets is to have a Will, there are other steps that can be taken to avoid unauthorised or unfair transfers during their lifetime.
The difference between Wills and Trusts is not always obvious. Both are valuable Estate Planning tools but they are not the same. This Q&A explains the main differences.
Yuseff Murphy and Alfred Ip discuss common questions around estate planning for Hong Kong residents, particularly in the era of COVID-19
A step forward for LGBT rights with Hong Kong Courts granting equal treatment under its succession laws. Last year Edgar Ng Hon-lam applied for a judicial review upon learning that the matrimonial home he owns could not be passed to his husband in case he died intestate.
Homemade Wills often present more problems than solutions. Will drafting should always been done properly by professional lawyers with specific experience in Estate Planning.
When planning to relocate from Hong Kong to the UK, it is crucial to avoid unpleasant surprises from the UK tax law system, that could have a significant impact on personal and family wealth.
Exploring the history and development of the Notary Public’s role and how it has advanced into what we know it as today



