Employment

Our Employment practice is constantly developing to keep pace with the law and has gained a respected position with employers, employees and among our peers as being at the forefront of providing practical and straightforward advice in a complex and developing area of law.

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HR Online | What the Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill means to Hong Kong workplaces and employers
HR Online | What the Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill means to Hong Kong workplaces and employers 1200 584 Hugill & Ip

“While the Bill does not introduce new obligations for employers, organisations can position themselves as progressive employers and create a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and supports equality,” writes Adam Hugill, Partner at Hugill & Ip Solicitors.

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HR Online | The ‘paw-er’ of pets in the workplace: Do employees benefit from their furry colleagues?
HR Online | The ‘paw-er’ of pets in the workplace: Do employees benefit from their furry colleagues? 790 630 Hugill & Ip

In this exclusive, Tracy Chan talks to SPCA’s Community Director Jenmon Jenkins, and Hugill & Ip Solicitors’ Partner Adam Hugill, to explore what employers should consider when welcoming our ‘fur-tastic’ friends into the work environment.

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Legal Protections and Social Challenges for MDW
Legal Protections and Social Challenges for MDW 1200 800 Hugill & Ip

Examining systemic vulnerabilities and the fight on behalf of Migrant Domestic Workers for enhanced rights in Hong Kong’s immigration system

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RTHK | Social Media in the Workplace
RTHK | Social Media in the Workplace 1200 1200 Hugill & Ip

Adam Hugill explains the need for rules around the use of social media in the workplace

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RTHK | Bonuses and Legal Understanding
RTHK | Bonuses and Legal Understanding 1200 1200 Hugill & Ip

Adam Hugill explains how to avoid legal problems around understanding bonuses

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Legal Resolve: How to address the rights and benefits of same-sex couples in Hong Kong workplaces
Legal Resolve: How to address the rights and benefits of same-sex couples in Hong Kong workplaces 1800 1209 Hugill & Ip

Businesses should note that such benefits and policies can be very important to some individuals who will specifically seek employment with organisations that offer such benefits

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Hong Kong Lawyer | Rethinking Work Hours: Implementing a 4.5-day Workweek in Law Firms
Hong Kong Lawyer | Rethinking Work Hours: Implementing a 4.5-day Workweek in Law Firms 1200 905 Hugill & Ip

The 4.5-day workweek represents a potential shift in legal practice – hinging on balancing productivity with employee well-being and client satisfaction

Statutory Severance Payment and Long Service Payment MPF “Set-off” to Be Abolished for Employment After 1 May 2025
Statutory Severance Payment and Long Service Payment MPF “Set-off” to Be Abolished for Employment After 1 May 2025 900 598 Adam Hugill

Starting 1 May 2025 this change complicates termination payment calculations, prompting employers to prepare now to comply with transition

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Legal Resolve: Practical tips for HR to balance AI, compliance and fairness
Legal Resolve: Practical tips for HR to balance AI, compliance and fairness 900 600 Hugill & Ip

Organisations should schedule time for regularly reviewing and updating their policies to reflect industry advancements, legal requirements and societal expectations. Policies should also be flexible and adaptable to new technologies and practices.

The Barrister Series S5E6 | A Legal Journey with Elizabeth Herbert
The Barrister Series S5E6 | A Legal Journey with Elizabeth Herbert 1400 788 Adam Hugill

Elizabeth Herbert, co-founding member of Pegasus Chambers, discusses her legal journey, key cases, and advice for aspiring barristers

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