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The European Union Entry/Exit System (EES) Comes into Force 1200 800 Angus Maclean

The European Union Entry/Exit System (EES) Comes into Force

A shift in external border management and its implications for third-country nationals kicked off last week in the whole Schengen area

Legal 500 | Hugill & Ip Appoints Polly Chu as Partner, Launching a Dedicated Real Estate and Conveyancing Practice 1600 1132 Hugill & Ip
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Legal 500 | Hugill & Ip Appoints Polly Chu as Partner, Launching a Dedicated Real Estate and Conveyancing Practice

Hugill & Ip appoints Polly Chu as Partner to launch its Real Estate practice, integrating her 20+ years of property law expertise with the firm’s corporate, private client, and litigation services

HKFP | Partners in Pride: With no legal status, Hong Kong same-sex couples take end-of-life planning into their own hands 1200 675 Hugill & Ip
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HKFP | Partners in Pride: With no legal status, Hong Kong same-sex couples take end-of-life planning into their own hands

In Hong Kong, where same-sex partnerships are not recognised, married LGBTQ couples are writing wills and making advanced death preparations to protect their partners when the time comes.

Navigating Children Relocation and the Impact on Custody 2500 1488 Raphael Wong

Navigating Children Relocation and the Impact on Custody

Raphael Wong explores legal considerations and potential consequences of relocating children out of Hong Kong

Office Snapshots | Hugill & Ip Offices – Hong Kong 1800 1200 Hugill & Ip
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Office Snapshots | Hugill & Ip Offices – Hong Kong

The design for law firm Hugill & Ip in Hong Kong by Area-17 Architecture & Interiors features a contemporary, calming workspace reflecting trust and transparency values, using local materials and characteristic craftsmanship

Protecting Your Wealth in Marriage 1500 844 Alfred Ip

Protecting Your Wealth in Marriage

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

Inspire HR 2025 | Building HR Resilience in the Changing Legal Landscape in Hong Kong 2560 1186 Hugill & Ip
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Inspire HR 2025 | Building HR Resilience in the Changing Legal Landscape in Hong Kong

Bridging digital innovation and human connection – key insights from Inspire HR 2025:
This conference brings together global minds, bold practitioners, and disruptive technologies to reimagine how we lead, how we build, and how we care

Legal 500 | A Landmark Ruling: Redefining Family and Parenthood in Hong Kong 800 533 Hugill & Ip
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Legal 500 | A Landmark Ruling: Redefining Family and Parenthood in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s Court of First Instance recognizes the parental rights of same-sex couples, challenging outdated laws and prioritizing equality and children’s rights

Litigation vs Arbitration in Hong Kong 1500 844 Jonathan Gray

Litigation vs Arbitration in Hong Kong

Addressing the nuances of litigation and arbitration, the unique advantages of each, and the practical considerations businesses should bear in mind

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

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