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

“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.

BritCham HK | Financial Literacy for Couples: Planning for Marriage and Beyond 1200 800 Hugill & Ip
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BritCham HK | Financial Literacy for Couples: Planning for Marriage and Beyond

Authored by Kajal Aswani, a Family Law Specialist and Partner at Hugill & Ip and Matthew Curtis, Financial Planner and Director at Progeny

Shedding Light on Elder Abuse: Protecting Our Loved Ones 900 711 Alfred Ip

Shedding Light on Elder Abuse: Protecting Our Loved Ones

Elder abuse affects seniors globally: lawyers can check EPOAs, seek court or guardianship orders, and stop abuse to protect seniors’ rights and dignity

Building an Inclusive Future: The Path Forward for Transgender Rights in Hong Kong 900 600 Alfred Ip

Building an Inclusive Future: The Path Forward for Transgender Rights in Hong Kong

We examine the current state of transgender rights in Hong Kong, analyze recent legal developments, and chart a path forward that recognizes inclusivity as an essential component of Hong Kong’s continued success

Hong Kong Lawyer | Lessons for Trustees from Dawson-Damer: The Critical Importance of Adequate Deliberation and Proper Documentation 900 605 Hugill & Ip
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Hong Kong Lawyer | Lessons for Trustees from Dawson-Damer: The Critical Importance of Adequate Deliberation and Proper Documentation

Trustees must prioritize thorough decision-making and maintain detailed records to uphold fiduciary duties and safeguard trust integrity

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

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.

Legal 500 | Hugill & Ip Launches the HIP tips: bite-sized legal insights for the digital age 1200 800 Hugill & Ip
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Legal 500 | Hugill & Ip Launches the HIP tips: bite-sized legal insights for the digital age

Launching the HIP tips, short videos tackling legal topics in English, Cantonese & Mandarin — accessible, engaging, impactful

Essential Considerations on Testamentary Challenges 1200 800 Hugill & Ip
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Essential Considerations on Testamentary Challenges

Hong Kong disputes on Wills require swift action, strong evidence, and strategic legal arguments to succeed

When Family Trust Meets Legal Reality 1920 1080 Alfred Ip

When Family Trust Meets Legal Reality

The perils of undocumented property arrangements: How two landmark 2025 cases reveal the dangerous gap between family expectations and legal protection

Podcast S6E1: Navigating Financial Complexities in Divorce with Forensic Accountants 1400 788 Kajal Aswani

Podcast S6E1: Navigating Financial Complexities in Divorce with Forensic Accountants

Valuable insights for legal and accounting professionals navigating divorce, and anyone interested in the complexities of family law and finance

The Struggle for Equality for Single Parents and Same-sex Couples in Comparative Perspective 1900 1267 Raphael Wong

The Struggle for Equality for Single Parents and Same-sex Couples in Comparative Perspective

An analysis of Hong Kong’s adoption framework, comparing it with other major jurisdictions, and considering the path toward meaningful reform

Different Colours, Same Love: Kathryn Weaver 900 598 Raphael Wong

Different Colours, Same Love: Kathryn Weaver

An employment lawyer and her family’s adoption journey, challenging misconceptions whilst advocating for inclusive adoption policies in Hong Kong

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