the HIP answers

Our series of FAQs on legal issues in Hong Kong

Beyond the Courtroom: A Calling in Family Law
Beyond the Courtroom: A Calling in Family Law 1400 788 Raphael Wong

A passion for family law, the essential qualities required to thrive in this field, and some observations on LGBTQ+ rights and the next generation of legal talent

Property Holding Trusts for Family Wealth Preservation
Property Holding Trusts for Family Wealth Preservation 1200 675 Polly Chu

Discover how Property Holding Trusts protect family assets. Learn how wealthy families and companies leverage HK trust laws with this guide from Hugill & Ip.

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Prenuptial Trusts and Asset Protection
Prenuptial Trusts and Asset Protection 1400 788 Kajal Aswani

Exploring how legal planning can build a rational defence between love and property

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Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides 2026 | Hong Kong: Employment and Labour Law
Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides 2026 | Hong Kong: Employment and Labour Law 1020 400 Hugill & Ip

This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of employment and labour laws and regulations applicable in Hong Kong

Embracing Diversity in Law and Life
Embracing Diversity in Law and Life 1200 640 Kajal Aswani

Reflecting on how ethnic minority heritage enhances family, estate, and trust law practice, while championing diversity in Hong Kong’s legal field

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Beyond Borders and Heritage: Redefining a Career in Key Asian Legal Markets
Beyond Borders and Heritage: Redefining a Career in Key Asian Legal Markets 1800 1192 Hugill & Ip

Jayesh Chatlani on identity, integration and international Law: how a multi-cultural upbringing shaped a litigator career spanning Hong Kong and Singapore

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Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides 2025: Legal Landscape | Family Law
Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides 2025: Legal Landscape | Family Law 1020 400 Hugill & Ip

Introducing the Legal 500’s Legal Landscape series.
The aim of this guide is to provide its readers with a pragmatic overview of the laws and regulations of Family Law practice across a variety of jurisdictions. Each chapter of this guide provides information about divorce, child maintenance, custody arrangements and non-court dispute resolution.

Holidays and Separated Parents: Eight Q&As for Peaceful Co-Parenting
Holidays and Separated Parents: Eight Q&As for Peaceful Co-Parenting 1602 901 Raphael Wong

A short guide on holiday arrangements for separated parents: plan early, communicate professionally, stay flexible, keep kids from conflict, maintain routines, involve children appropriately

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From Code to Classroom to Case Law: A Paralegal’s Cross-Cultural Path and Passion
From Code to Classroom to Case Law: A Paralegal’s Cross-Cultural Path and Passion 900 600 Hugill & Ip

Combining a diverse background in computer science, teaching, and law with fluency in five languages to bridge cultural gaps in Hong Kong’s legal sector

Protecting Your Wealth in Marriage
Protecting Your Wealth in Marriage 1500 844 Alfred Ip

Several landmark cases show that even billion-dollar trusts can fail without proper execution: how to protect your wealth from matrimonial claims

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