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Hong Kong and Mainland China Inheritance: What Families Need to Know About Cross-Border Estate Administration
Hong Kong and Mainland China Inheritance: What Families Need to Know About Cross-Border Estate Administration 900 605 Alfred Ip

Examining the key issues in Estate Administration for Hong Kong families with Mainland China assets, exploring the difference between movable and immovable property, the importance of domicile, the role of wills, and the procedural steps that often create the greatest delay

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Hong Kong Lawyer | Summary Judgment in Probate: A Tale of Two Approaches to Trial
Hong Kong Lawyer | Summary Judgment in Probate: A Tale of Two Approaches to Trial 1241 1654 Hugill & Ip

Today we go through these two contrasting cases. It first analyses the Court of Appeal’s definitive reversal of a summary judgment in Chiu Mei Cherry. It then offers a critical perspective on the judgment in Liu Zujian, questioning whether, in its pursuit of a pragmatic outcome, the court adopted a methodology that eschews the very principles articulated in the higher court. Together, the cases provide a nuanced map of the current judicial landscape and offer vital practical guidance for solicitors.

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Chambers and Partners HNW | Private Wealth Global Practice Guide 2026
Chambers and Partners HNW | Private Wealth Global Practice Guide 2026 650 220 Alfred Ip

The Private Wealth 2026 guide, now in its tenth edition, covers nearly 50 jurisdictions worldwide. It provides up-to-date legal analysis on a broad range of private wealth matters, including tax regimes, succession planning, trusts and foundations, family business planning, wealth disputes, fiduciary services, citizenship and residency, planning for minors, adults with disabilities and older individuals, same-sex marriages and domestic partnerships, and charitable giving.

Greater Bay Area Retirement Planning for Hong Kong Seniors
Greater Bay Area Retirement Planning for Hong Kong Seniors 700 487 Alfred Ip

The legal questions families should ask first — including what official support measures exist, why they do not replace careful planning, and what families should review before relocation

Anatomy of a High-Net-Worth Divorce
Anatomy of a High-Net-Worth Divorce 1200 795 Alfred Ip

Empathy without collusion: the hardest skill in HNW divorce matters isn’t legal — it’s knowing when to listen, when to push back, and when to call a therapist

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ThoughtLeaders4 HNW | Blood, Boardrooms, and Bad Drafting: Why Your Business and Family Need More Than Just a Will
ThoughtLeaders4 HNW | Blood, Boardrooms, and Bad Drafting: Why Your Business and Family Need More Than Just a Will 1600 583 Hugill & Ip

Ownership passes cleanly. Authority, expectations, and family harmony rarely do. Here is what your succession plan is still missing.

S6E4: Navigating Trust Disputes in High-Stakes Divorces
S6E4: Navigating Trust Disputes in High-Stakes Divorces 1400 788 Alfred Ip

Delve into the intricate intersection of trust disputes and high-net-worth divorce proceedings and how offshore wealth and trust structures are scrutinised

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The 2026 Hong Kong Notaries Public Examination: What It Means for the Profession and the Clients Who Depend on It
The 2026 Hong Kong Notaries Public Examination: What It Means for the Profession and the Clients Who Depend on It 1200 630 Alfred Ip

The notary exam is infrequent, demanding, and consequential: we explain who can sit it, what it tests, and why notarisation matters for cross-border legal needs

Same-Sex Parenting in Hong Kong: Navigating the Legal Reality
Same-Sex Parenting in Hong Kong: Navigating the Legal Reality 1500 994 Alfred Ip

Exploring challenges faced by couples utilizing RIVF, international surrogacy, immigration, nationality, and adoption, and the ultimate safety net of wealth structuring and estate planning

A Better Safety Net Is Not a Substitute for a Plan
A Better Safety Net Is Not a Substitute for a Plan 1400 933 Alfred Ip

The Court of Final Appeal’s landmark 2024 ruling has strengthened same-sex inheritance rights in Hong Kong — but a better statutory safety net is no substitute for proper Estate Planning

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