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.
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.
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
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)
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
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.
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.’