Divorce & Separation

Strategic and sensitive legal insights covering all aspects of marital dissolution, including complex financial issues and the drafting of prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

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Wealth Briefing Asia | Hong Kong’s Prenups Build Marriage, Business Foundations
Wealth Briefing Asia | Hong Kong’s Prenups Build Marriage, Business Foundations 770 639 Hugill & Ip

As founders of firms seek financial backing, their investors often look more favourably on entrepreneurs who have prenups and other structures to shield assets if a relationship fails

Most Common Mistakes When Divorcing
Most Common Mistakes When Divorcing 1080 810 Alfred Ip

Family lawyer Alfred Ip explains the most 10 common mistakes when divorcing and how to navigate the process calmly and effectively.

The Barrister Series S5E1 | Financial Disputes and Family Law
The Barrister Series S5E1 | Financial Disputes and Family Law 1400 788 Alfred Ip

Discussing the role of barristers and solicitors in contentious proceedings – in particular within the Hong Kong Family Court setting

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Bloomberg | Billionaire Divorces Spur Crackdown by China’s Market Regulator
Bloomberg | Billionaire Divorces Spur Crackdown by China’s Market Regulator 800 560 Hugill & Ip

Watchdog pledges to close loophole allowing quick share sales
China is seeking to boost investor confidence as economy sags

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明報財經新聞 Ming Pao News – Finance | 律師：虛產價波動大 宜早作遺產管理
明報財經新聞 Ming Pao News – Finance | 律師：虛產價波動大 宜早作遺產管理 400 300 Hugill & Ip

As virtual assets become more common, in the event of divorce or death, it is more difficult to deal with assets that fluctuate greatly in price – start estate planning early!

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Deferred Compensation and Divorce Proceedings
Deferred Compensation and Divorce Proceedings 900 675 Hugill & Ip

What is deferred compensation and are unearned benefits considered part of the matrimonial assets?

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To Divorce or Not to Divorce?
To Divorce or Not to Divorce? 1800 1209 Hugill & Ip

Discussing divorce and the right to legally dissolve a same-sex marriage – including the breakup of a relationship, the split of assets and custody of children

Key Considerations Before Filing for Divorce
Key Considerations Before Filing for Divorce 1200 795 Alfred Ip

Crucial elements that individuals who are contemplating divorce should consider – including advice, finances, children arrangements and other practical issues

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Recognition and Enforcement of Family Court Orders between Mainland China and Hong Kong
Recognition and Enforcement of Family Court Orders between Mainland China and Hong Kong 1200 800 Alfred Ip

The Mainland Judgments in Matrimonial and Family Cases (Reciprocal Recognition and Enforcement) Ordinance (Cap 639) (the “Ordinance”) came into force on 15 February 2022

Helping Your Child to Buy a Home Upon Marriage
Helping Your Child to Buy a Home Upon Marriage 1200 640 Alfred Ip

Parents looking to provide financial assistance to help their children buy their first home get some insights on what legal arrangement is best for your family.

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