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Small Steps for Same-Sex Couples in China and the Region 1200 803 Hugill & Ip
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Small Steps for Same-Sex Couples in China and the Region

Despite the fact that the marriage equality agenda is gaining momentum, much more still needs to be done in order to achieve the same rights and civil freedom rights for everyone.

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Mixed Signals for LGBT Rights in Mainland China

The Chinese government’s “Three No’s policy” manages to avoid public discussions about LGBT rights while it also protects the central authorities from being accused of having an oppressive attitude towards the LGBT community and make a few steps in guaranteeing limited rights.

Việt Nam News | Adam Hugill Highlights the Importance of Social Responsibility at the Interact Law Conference 596 842 Hugill & Ip
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Việt Nam News | Adam Hugill Highlights the Importance of Social Responsibility at the Interact Law Conference

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM – 8 November 2019 – This week the Interact Law conference kicked off with the introduction of several new members joining the legal network: Bennani & Associés which has offices in Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Ivory Coast; Maheshwari & Co based in India, but also offering a German and an Eastern European desk; Tonucci & Partners which is deeply rooted in…

Wills of Concern Campaign Intro 1920 1080 Hugill & Ip
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Wills of Concern Campaign Intro

Visit our Wills of Concern campaign to find out more about how we are raising funds for AIDS Concern by writing wills for donations until end of 2019.

Wills of Concern Campaign Launch 1920 1080 Hugill & Ip
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Wills of Concern Campaign Launch

Hugill & Ip and AIDS Concern announce a charity campaign raising funds for a fall in new infections, stop spread of HIV/AIDS, eliminate stigma for those with HIV.

Foreign Domestic Helpers and the Right of Abode 900 539 Adam Hugill

Foreign Domestic Helpers and the Right of Abode

Foreign domestic helpers are not considered to have “ordinary residence” in Hong Kong, therefore, they cannot meet the requirements for obtaining Right of Abode status.

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101 on Adoption in Hong Kong

There are more than a quarter of a million children who get adopted each year worldwide, with most of adoptions happening in the USA and China. The phenomenon of adoption is becoming rather common in most developed economies, and Hong Kong is no exception.

Right of Abode vs. Right to Land 598 417 Adam Hugill

Right of Abode vs. Right to Land

Individuals thinking about immigrating to Hong Kong should understand the rights afforded by each status before starting the visa application process

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Managing Property and Affairs of the Mentally Incapacitated

Caring for aged loved ones often imposes a heavy burdens on friends and family. The burden increases significantly if the loved one becomes mentally incapacitated.

Global Data Review | Former Hong Kong enforcer promoted to partner in private practice 1200 800 Hugill & Ip
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Global Data Review | Former Hong Kong enforcer promoted to partner in private practice

Former Hong Kong privacy enforcer Carmen Tang has become a partner at Hugill & Ip. Tang has been at the Hong Kong firm since its founding in 2018. She was previously regulatory counsel at Hong Kong’s data watchdog, where she advised on personal data protection issues arising from complaints and compliance checks. Tang is qualified…

Is Big Data the Cause or the Cure to Modern Mental Health Issues? 1200 677 Hugill & Ip
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Is Big Data the Cause or the Cure to Modern Mental Health Issues?

The availability of big data can save the life of a person experiencing depression who is about to commit suicide; on the other hand, data subjects will then be kept in the dark once they realize their personal information has been disclosed to third parties, leading to mental health issues.

Mental Health Issues in Divorce and Children Custody Proceedings 1050 701 Alfred Ip

Mental Health Issues in Divorce and Children Custody Proceedings

There are many cases where mental illness is actually one of the main factors causing a relationship to break up and lead couples to separation and divorce

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