Hong Kong Legal Articles & Insights

The EU has published details on its supply chain law called the CSDDD. Member states have 2 years to implement it into national law.

The legal industry, known to be profoundly traditional, is seeing an evolution driven by advances TAR, an AI enabled tool

SLAPPs are legal actions that are abusive and an improper use of the legal system. Thankfully measures to curb SLAPPs are on the rise.

Law practice in Hong Kong is split into two branches: barristers and solicitors. Recently, calls to unify the professions have gotten louder

What to do and expect when dealing with employment termination - a case study

Ravenscroft & Schmierer Ranked as ‘Notable’ in Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific 2024

Since 1 March '24 the New CIES (Capital Investment Entrant Scheme) is up and running, with several updates since its previous iteration.

The impact of the REO on the requirements for security for costs concerning cross-border disputes in HK and in the PRC, remains to be seen

The issue of Juror Competency in Hong Kong raises important questions about fairness, understanding, and decision‑making within the criminal justice system. In complex criminal trials, the ability of jurors to fully engage with legal arguments, evidence, and procedures plays a critical role in ensuring just outcomes.

AI Courts Legal in Hong Kong is becoming an increasingly relevant topic as technological developments continue to influence traditionally conservative professions. The legal sector, and in particular the court system, is now being confronted with the potential role of Artificial Intelligence in decision-making, legal processes, and efficiency improvements.

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

The Hong Kong government is expected to introduce a new redomiciliation regime for foreign companies in Hong Kong in early 2024. Following similar legislation which was implemented in Hong Kong in 2021 for open ended funds companies (OFC), Hong Kong is set to extend its redomiciliation regime for general companies, which certainly increases Hong Kong’s incorporation attraction.

This article explores the options an aggrieved employee has in Hong Kong and the points to bear in mind when faced with a potential claim