LGBTQ Rights

Modern Families, Traditional Laws: Navigating Surrogacy and Parentage in Hong Kong
Modern Families, Traditional Laws: Navigating Surrogacy and Parentage in Hong Kong 1200 800 Kajal Aswani

Hong Kong’s courts are placing the child’s best interests at the heart of parentage law — and for same-sex families, the legal landscape is finally starting to catch up

Beyond the Courtroom: A Calling in Family Law
Beyond the Courtroom: A Calling in Family Law 1400 788 Raphael Wong

A passion for family law, the essential qualities required to thrive in this field, and some observations on LGBTQ+ rights and the next generation of legal talent

A Better Safety Net Is Not a Substitute for a Plan
A Better Safety Net Is Not a Substitute for a Plan 1400 933 Alfred Ip

The Court of Final Appeal’s landmark 2024 ruling has strengthened same-sex inheritance rights in Hong Kong — but a better statutory safety net is no substitute for proper Estate Planning

LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights in Hong Kong
LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights in Hong Kong 1200 800 Adam Hugill

Court rulings are shifting LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights in HK. See how companies can adapt benefits and protect LGBTQI families with Hugill & Ip.

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The State of LGBTQ+ Rights in Hong Kong: A Legal Roadmap for Pride Month
The State of LGBTQ+ Rights in Hong Kong: A Legal Roadmap for Pride Month 800 600 Hugill & Ip

From decriminalisation in 1991 to a CFA landmark case in 2024, Hong Kong’s LGBTQ+ rights story is one of hard-won progress — and the fight is far from over

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LGBTQ+ Rights & Marriage Equality: Hong Kong Legal Community & IAFL Townhall
LGBTQ+ Rights & Marriage Equality: Hong Kong Legal Community & IAFL Townhall 1200 781 Hugill & Ip

IAFL Calls for Equal Legal Protection for All Families in Hong Kong – International family law organization welcomes judicial progress while urging comprehensive legislative reform for same-sex couples and civil partnerships

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Celebrating Pink Friday: Six Years of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Celebrating Pink Friday: Six Years of Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 848 565 Hugill & Ip

Hugill & Ip celebrates Pink Friday for the 6th year, showing unwavering commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and fostering a safe, equitable workplace

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HKFP | Partners in Pride: With no legal status, Hong Kong same-sex couples take end-of-life planning into their own hands
HKFP | Partners in Pride: With no legal status, Hong Kong same-sex couples take end-of-life planning into their own hands 1200 675 Hugill & Ip

In Hong Kong, where same-sex partnerships are not recognised, married LGBTQ couples are writing wills and making advanced death preparations to protect their partners when the time comes.

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Legal 500 | A Landmark Ruling: Redefining Family and Parenthood in Hong Kong
Legal 500 | A Landmark Ruling: Redefining Family and Parenthood in Hong Kong 800 533 Hugill & Ip

Hong Kong’s Court of First Instance recognizes the parental rights of same-sex couples, challenging outdated laws and prioritizing equality and children’s rights

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HR Online | What the Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill means to Hong Kong workplaces and employers
HR Online | What the Registration of Same-sex Partnerships Bill means to Hong Kong workplaces and employers 1200 584 Hugill & Ip

“While the Bill does not introduce new obligations for employers, organisations can position themselves as progressive employers and create a workplace culture that celebrates diversity and supports equality,” writes Adam Hugill, Partner at Hugill & Ip Solicitors.

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