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Leung v. Secretary for the Civil Service: The Court of Final Appeal Upholds Minority Rights (Again!) 1200 675 Adam Hugill

Leung v. Secretary for the Civil Service: The Court of Final Appeal Upholds Minority Rights (Again!)

Leung and QT and a handful of past cases show that on the issue of same-sex and minority rights, where the legislature fears to tread, Hong Kong Courts are fully prepared to uphold the core human rights of freedom from discrimination.

Growing Wealth In Hong Kong Translates Into a Growing Number of Family Offices 1900 1267 Alfred Ip

Growing Wealth In Hong Kong Translates Into a Growing Number of Family Offices

Hong Kong has been experiencing a boom of family offices, further incentivised by tax breaks or residency options. It is indeed a very efficient Wealth Planning tool for HNWI.

Arbitration Week: Prague Rules of Arbitration, Game Changer? 1102 734 Hugill & Ip
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Arbitration Week: Prague Rules of Arbitration, Game Changer?

The new set of arbitration rules will both compliment and contrast with the major rules that are currently the standard choice for international arbitrations

Arbitration Week: Enforcement of Arbitration Awards 600 401 Hugill & Ip
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Arbitration Week: Enforcement of Arbitration Awards

Once an award has been issued by the tribunal, it must then be applied in order to be enforced in Hong Kong or internationally in a foreign jurisdiction.

Arbitration Week: Results, Remedies & Appeals 487 409 Hugill & Ip
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Arbitration Week: Results, Remedies & Appeals

Arbitrators have powers similar to Hong Kong courts in granting remedies, but parties are generally unable to appeal or challenge awards issued by tribunal.

Global Banking and Finance Review | Hugill & Ip Solicitors keep achieving outstanding recognitions and expanding its boutique law firm practice in Hong Kong 1600 1006 Hugill & Ip
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Global Banking and Finance Review | Hugill & Ip Solicitors keep achieving outstanding recognitions and expanding its boutique law firm practice in Hong Kong

Legal 500 — a renowned legal directories in the world — has ranked Adam Hugill in the 2019 edition. This follows another prestigious recommendation received from Chambers and Partners earlier this year. As reported, Adam Hugill has a particularly strong reputation advising on contentious employment matters and has excellent ties with local businesses from many…

Arbitration Week: Commencing, Appointment & Rules 820 790 Hugill & Ip
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Arbitration Week: Commencing, Appointment & Rules

There are important decisions to make regarding the appointment of the arbitrator(s) and the rules that will apply to the dispute resolution proceedings

Arbitration Week: Can You Arbitrate? Should You? 1050 700 Hugill & Ip
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Arbitration Week: Can You Arbitrate? Should You?

Before arbitrating legal disputes, it’s important to understand how its unique procedural and award system make it a popular alternative dispute resolution.

Taiwan Legalises Same-Sex Marriage: What Is Hong Kong Doing to Protect LGBT Rights? 1050 700 Alfred Ip

Taiwan Legalises Same-Sex Marriage: What Is Hong Kong Doing to Protect LGBT Rights?

Through proper Estate Planning same-sex couples can enjoy nearly similar benefits as other couples in Hong Kong, and their children can be suitably protected.

Generational Transition of Family Business and Wealth Preservation 1200 800 Alfred Ip

Generational Transition of Family Business and Wealth Preservation

Transitioning ownership and control to the next generation is only one of the hurdles for many family business owners in succession planning

Mental Health Issues and Employment Law in Hong Kong 1200 739 Adam Hugill

Mental Health Issues and Employment Law in Hong Kong

The delicate mental health of many Hongkongers is being deteriorated by an unhealthy office culture that supports long working hours

Publication of Celebrities’ Intimate Footage: Food for Thought 1100 733 Hugill & Ip
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Publication of Celebrities’ Intimate Footage: Food for Thought

The recent release of intimate footage of two Hong Kong celebrities on the website of a local newspaper has become the talk of the town and raises questions about privacy protection

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