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LGBT Rights Progress in Hong Kong

A few landmark cases in hong Kong have allowed same-sex couples to apply for dependent visas, to receive spousal benefits in the civil service and to jointly file tax returns.

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HIV Status and Confidentiality

Carmen Tang explains why the Disability Discrimination Ordinance acts as a shield to minimize the impact of discrimination on individuals affected by HIV/AIDS

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Discrimination and HIV Status

In Hong Kong you cannot be denied employment or be discriminated because of your HIV status. Such protections also extend to your associates.

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Discrimination in the Workplace Protections

Adam Hugill unpacks discrimination in the workplace protections in HK related to sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, family status, and race.

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A Will Doesn’t Just Protect Your Assets

Will Ripley and Alfred Ip on implications of estate planning and Wills: from funerals to distribution of memorabilia, but especially provisions related to children.

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If There is a Will, There is a Way

Alfred Ip talks to Will Ripley about the importance of having a Will and the implications of the probate process in Hong Kong

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RTHK: “The 1 2 3 Show” Podcast | Wills of Concern

What do you need to consider and do before you make your Will? Why do you need a private client specialised lawyer to draft your Will? When do you need to review your Will?

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Hong Kong Players | Sleeping Beauty – The Panto

Hugill & Ip is proud to sponsor Hong Kong Players’ 2019 Panto and bringing you this fabulous Christmas show that’s sure to put you in a festive mood!

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Living Wills and Advance Health Directives

Death is often a taboo in Hong Kong and people do not like to think about it. Hence, we have seen a lot of issues arising as a consequence of the lack or delay of a proper estate planning.

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Taiwan News | Hugill & Ip Adds a Red Ribbon to its Logo, Further Strengthening its Social Responsibility Commitment following the Launch of “Wills of Concern”

HONG KONG – 20 November 2019 – Following a year of impressive growth, the firm is adding a red ribbon to its logo to support World AIDS Day on 1 December. While there’s a lot to celebrate for advances in the treatment and fight against HIV and AIDS, there’s also much more to achieve both…

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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.

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