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A comprehensive overview of choices facing law students as they reach the end of their studies - by Jonathan Tsang

Swiss, Austrian, Luxembourgish, Belgian, Irish and Hungarian can travel visa-free to Mainland China from 14 March

Earlier today on 28 February 2024, the Financial Secretary of the HKSAR, Mr Paul Chan, released the budget for 2024/2025.

Good news for frequent travelers to China, and for those who have always wanted to visit but were deterred by the visa application...

The Ravenscroft Schmierer asialaw ranking 2023 marks an important milestone in the firm’s development and recognition within the Hong Kong and Asia Pacific legal market. Rankings of this nature reflect independent evaluation based on client feedback, peer review, and demonstrated legal work.

Ravenscroft & Schmierer is proud to announce that it now is an institutional supporter of the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations by...

Our managing partner Stefan Schmierer co-authored the 2023 Investment Guide by ADWA (Alliance of German Business Lawyers in Asia). The...

Unser Managing Partner Stefan Schmierer ist Co-Autor des Investment Guide 2023 von ADWA (Allianz Deutscher Wirtschaftsanwälte in Asien)....

When one thinks of fundraising activities for a good cause, you might automatically think of large and fancy fundraising galas with people in dinner jackets, bow ties and dazzling dresses, accompanied by an auction or an expensive dinner. How so? Traditionally, fundraising galas are a solidified method of successfully raising large sums of money within wealthier communities. However, with the Covid-19 restrictions in Hong Kong, organising a large-scale fundraising event has b

The Shark Free Company Hong Kong initiative reflects growing corporate awareness of sustainability and environmental responsibility. By committing to eliminate shark fin from business practices, companies contribute to wider efforts aimed at protecting marine ecosystems and promoting ethical standards in Hong Kong.

This is a report from one of our clients, a Hong Kong permanent resident. After a family holiday abroad and upon her return to Hong Kong,...

In this Stefan Schmierer interview on LSE’s On The Case podcast, Managing Partner Stefan Schmierer of Ravenscroft & Schmierer shares his career path, his move from Germany to Hong Kong, and insights into practising law across civil and common law jurisdictions. Hosted by Nicole Luk, this episode offers a candid look at Stefan’s journey, his work with international clients, and his advice for aspiring lawyers

Dieser Artikel wurde von Jörn Petring verfasst und in der 26. Ausgabe 2022 der WirtschaftsWoche veröffentlicht. Hongkong war mal ein...

Stefan reflects on the struggles and obstacles he had to face when entering Hong Kong under the current restrictions.

24 February 2022 | Hong Kong Hong Kong-based full-service law firm Ravenscroft & Schmierer has hired British wealth management and family...

With effect from 28 February 2022, British-born wealth management and family office lawyer Samantha Bradley joins Hong Kong-based...

After years of an occupier possessing the land of another, the true owner may try and claim its possession to use and enjoy the land. But is that possible? An occupier may indeed be entitled to its possession, which may raise the question of how? The answer is – the doctrine of adverse possession, also known as “squatter’s rights”.

Anti Discrimination Law Hong Kong remains a central pillar of the city’s legal framework, reflecting broader global efforts to promote equality and fairness. Comparative developments across jurisdictions demonstrate both progress and ongoing challenges in addressing discrimination in employment, public life, and corporate environments.

Our managing partner Stefan Schmierer co-authored The Investment Guide by ADWA. It is available now, with a chapter on Hong Kong, written...

Our managing partner Stefan Schmierer was featured in an article by Echo Huang from Ignites Asia, a Financial Times service, about the...