Jade advises companies about corporate and commercial issues (JVs, M&As, private equity funds), including the compliance and governance aspects of business. She also deals with employment and immigration matters related to companies doing business in Greater China and the Asia Pacific region.
Bio
Bio
A qualified solicitor in Hong Kong since 2009, Jade joined Hugill & Ip after working for another highly regarded law firm for over a decade. Jade specialises in Corporate & Commercial law and has an extensive knowledge of employment and business immigration issues.
Jade is experienced in dealing with cross-border transactions related to joint-ventures, shareholder agreements, M&As and assisting clients in the setup of private equity funds, as well as advising on compliance and corporate governance issues. She is also a GBA-qualified lawyer providing tailored legal solutions for clients in the (Guangdong Hong Kong Macau) Greater Bay Area.
Prior to her legal career, Jade worked for 8 years in various business management positions in multinational corporations where she acquired substantial experience in commercial matters, business operations and human resources management. Hence, Jade is extremely knowledgeable in providing practical bespoke advice to corporate clients from both legal and commercial angles. She was recognised by Doyle’s Guide for her Employment work.
Jade holds an LLB from the University of London, an MBA from the University of Surrey and a BBA(Hons) in Management of Organisations from the HKUST’s School of Business and Management. She is also a Civil Celebrant of Marriages.
During her spare time, Jade enjoys hiking and playing the Chinese zither. She’s a big fan of opera and classic musicals.
Jade is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
References
Hugill & Ip is recognised by Doyle’s Guide as First Tier Law Firm in the Employment & Labour category in Hong Kong.
Two lawyers of the team are recognised in the same category:
- Adam Hugill – Leading Lawyer
- Jade Tang – Recommended Lawyer
Doyle's Guide - Employment - 2026
Leading independent Hong Kong law firms
Hugill & Ip advises a broad client base ranging from multinationals and global corporations to local enterprises, start-ups, and entrepreneurs, and is recognised for handling complex regulatory and transactional matters in Hong Kong and across the Asia-Pacific region.
The team is particularly active in public and private M&A, corporate restructurings, and cross-border transactions. Co-chair Christopher Hooley combines transactional expertise with deep knowledge of corporate governance, shareholders’ agreements, and commercial contracts, while fellow co-chair Jade Tang brings strong insight into the Hong Kong regulatory landscape.
Legal 500 - 2026
Jade Tang has managed our commercial disputes and contract reviews with a straightforward, no-nonsense approach, while Christopher Hooley has provided strategic insights and corporate structure planning.
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Hugill & Ip is recognised by Doyle’s Guide as First Tier Law Firm in the Employment & Labour category in Hong Kong.
Two lawyers of the team are recognised in the same category:
- Adam Hugill – Preeminent Lawyer
- Jade Tang – Recommended Lawyer
Doyle's Guide - Employment - 2025
The Law Society of Hong Kong has presented the 2024 Awards for the Pro-bono and Community Recognition Programme:
- Hugill & Ip – Silver Law Firm Award
- Individual Gold Award: Alfred Ip (Woon Shun), Jeffrey Chan, Frances Tsang (Fan Ching), Kevin Chiu (Ho Ching)
- Individual Silver Award: Raphael Wong, Saajandeep Singh
- Individual Bronze Award: Adam Hugill, Kajal Aswani, Fiona Chan, Jade Tang (Pui Yuk), Gary Wong, Harry Tang
The Law Society of Hong Kong - 2024
Hugill & Ip is recognised by Doyle’s Guide as First Tier Law Firm in the Employment & Labour category in Hong Kong.
Two Partners are recognised in the same category:
- Adam Hugill – Preeminent Lawyer
- Jade Tang – Recommended Lawyer
Doyle's Guide - Employment & Labour - 2024
Three of Hugill & Ip partners ranked as Asialaw Distinguished Practitioner in the following practice areas:
- Adam Hugill for Labour and Employment (Highly Recommended Firm)
- Alfred Ip for Private Client and Dispute Resolution (Recommended Firm)
- Christopher Hooley for Corporate and M&A (Notable Firm)
Asialaw - 2023
Three of Hugill & Ip partners ranked as Asialaw Distinguished Practitioner in the following practice areas:
- Adam Hugill for Labour and Employment (Highly Recommended Firm)
- Alfred Ip for Private Client and Dispute Resolution (Recommended Firm)
- Christopher Hooley for Corporate and M&A (Notable Firm)
Client Feedback
Asialaw - 2023
Independent local firm Hugill & Ip acts for both employers and employees on contentious and non-contentious matters. It has been notably prominent in equal opportunity/discrimination cases, which are rarely seen in the Hong Kong market. In addition, its group’s other wide-ranging experience includes team moves, mass terminations and restructurings. The practice is led by name partner Adam Hugill. Another key individual is Christopher Hooley, who is recommended for advice on employment strategy in connection with team moves and senior executive hires/terminations. Jade Tang joined in June 2020 from Oldham, Li & Nie.
Legal 500 - 2022
Employment law is a core area of focus for Hugill & Ip, and since its establishment in September 2018, under the guidance of ‘knowledgeable and responsive‘ name partner Adam Hugill, the team has rapidly made inroads into the local market on behalf of both employers and employees. Work covers the waterfront of issues facing companies and individuals, including advice on employee transfers and team moves, data privacy, immigration, and discrimination.
Hugill has an excellent track record guiding individuals and employers in Labour Tribunal matters, including representation in any pursuant High Court litigation, and has established a strong reputation in advising on high-profile equal opportunity/discrimination cases.
The arrival in June 2020 of Jade Tang from Oldham, Li & Nie strengthens the firm’s capacity on the non-contentious front, in particular, and adds further weight to a team that also includes Christopher Hooley, who regularly handles strategic employment advice as an offshoot of his corporate and commercial practice.
‘The firm provides a fast and professional turnaround.’
‘Adam Hugill is very professional, knowledgeable, and responsive.’
Legal 500 - 2021
Insights
Essential Considerations When Setting Up a Family Office in Hong Kong
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“So long, farewell, auf Wiedersehen, adieu…”
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Starting a Business in Hong Kong
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Competition Law with Industry Focus on Construction Materials and Related Sectors
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Asialaw | Hugill & Ip strengthens corporate and commercial practice with new hire
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ALB | Hugill & Ip taps corp partner from Oldham in Hong Kong
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Economic Times | Hugill & Ip adds a new Partner in the Corporate & Commercial team
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Hugill & Ip is recognised by Doyle’s Guide as First Tier Law Firm in the Employment & Labour category in Hong Kong.
Two lawyers of the team are recognised in the same category:
- Adam Hugill – Leading Lawyer
- Jade Tang – Recommended Lawyer
Doyle's Guide - Employment - 2026
Hugill & Ip is recognised in four different contentious categories in Benchmark Litigation 2026 rankings: Private Client (highly recommended), Family and matrimonial (tier 2), Labor and employment (recommended), Commercial and transactions (tier 3).
The following practitioners are ranked:
- Litigation Stars: Adam Hugill, Alfred Ip, Caroline McNally (also ranked Top 100 Women in Litigation, Asia Pacific) and Kajal Aswani
- Future Stars: Raphael Wong and Geraint Ho
Benchmark Litigation - 2026
His (Adam Hugill) calm and pragmatic approach helps clients to recognise their best course of action moving forward, even when it may not have been what they expected.
Client
He (Adam Hugill) is so great at the negotiation aspect of contentious employment work. I really rate him and he isn’t afraid of anything.
Client
Adam Hugill ranked as Leading Individual (Band 2) in Chambers and Partners Greater China Region for Employment Hong Kong-based International Firms, China (Band 3)
Chambers and Partners - 2026
The Law Society of Hong Kong has presented the 2025 Awards for the Pro-bono and Community Recognition Programme:
- Hugill & Ip – Silver Law Firm Award
- Individual Gold Award: Alfred Ip (Woon Shun), Adam Hugill, Gloria Zeng (Xiao Yi), Audrey Lee (Yi Tung)
- Individual Silver Award: Raphael Wong, Kajal Aswani, Kevin Chiu (Ho Ching), Angus Mclean
- Individual Bronze Award: Caroline McNally, Fiona Chan, Regina Lee (Yan Wing)
Adam Hugill and Kajal Aswani also received the Improvement Award
The Law Society of Hong Kong - 2025
Labour and Employment
Independent Hong Kong-based law firm Hugill & Ip has a strong reputation among employers and employees, as well as frequently picking up referral work from international law firms to advise on the local law employment aspects of cross-border matters.
Founding partner Adam Hugill represents clients across a range of matters, from employee transfers and team moves to workplace discrimination/harassment cases. Although clients are from a range of industry sectors, Hugill is particularly active in the financial services sector where he has represented numerous senior executives in unpaid bonus claims.
Legal 500 - 2026
Adam Hugill provides sensible, pragmatic and cost-effective advice.
Client
Adam Hugill is an outstanding litigator who provides sensible and down-to-earth advice.
Client
Three of Hugill & Ip partners ranked as Legal 500 Leading Individuals in the following practice areas:
- Alfred Ip and Caroline McNally for Private Client and Family
- Adam Hugill for Labour and Employment
Moreover, the firm is also recognized in Commercial, Corporate and M&A for the independent Hong Kong law firms category.
Legal 500 - 2026