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Address: 22/F, Bupa Centre, 141 Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Western District, Hong Kong | Tel: +852 2388 3899 | Enquiry: contact-us@rs-lawyers.com.hk
Employment Law Lawyers in Hong Kong
Clear, compliant solutions for your workforce.
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Our Employment Law team advises employers and employees on contracts & policies, terminations & redundancies, workplace investigations, employee benefits & payroll, and dispute resolution. We take a practical approach, aligning legal risk with HR and operational priorities; so, you can hire, manage, and exit with confidence.
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Talk to us: +852 2388 3899 • contact-us@rs-lawyers.com.hk
Our Employment Law Advice
We cover the full spectrum of Employment law, supported by multilingual lawyers and decades of international experience:
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Employment Contracts & Offer Letters
Drafting and negotiating compliant contracts (probation, fixed‑term, part‑time), senior executive agreements, bonus & incentive clauses, restrictive covenants, and IP/confidentiality protections.
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Policies, Handbooks & Compliance
Designing and updating staff handbooks (conduct, anti‑harassment, data protection, BYOD/IT security), grievance/disciplinary procedures, and mandatory notices aligned to Hong Kong requirements.
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Terminations, Redundancy & Settlement
Advising on lawful dismissals, redundancy planning, notice/payment in lieu, severance calculations, settlement agreements, and risk mitigation for protected categories and disputes.
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Workplace Investigations
Independent investigations into misconduct, fraud, harassment, data misuse, and post‑investigation action plans; with documentation robust enough for regulatory or court scrutiny.
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Payroll, MPF & Benefits Coordination
Ensuring salary processing and MPF contributions align with policies and statutory obligations, coordinating with our Payroll and Company Secretarial & Accounting teams for end‑to‑end compliance.
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Dispute Resolution & Mediation
Handling Labour Tribunal claims, contractual disputes, bonus entitlement matters, and injunctive relief for breach of confidentiality/non‑compete, with escalation to mediation or court when needed.
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Cross‑Border Employment
Secondments, expatriate packages, multi‑jurisdictional policies, and coordination with foreign counsel; especially for groups with Hong Kong HQs and regional subsidiaries. ​
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Why Choose Ravenscroft & Schmierer?
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Business‑minded advice: We balance compliance with commercial reality, giving HR/Legal clear options and timelines.
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Cross‑practice support: Integrated with Commercial & Corporate, Company Secretarial & Accounting, Competition Law, and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
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International capability: Multilingual team and cross‑border experience for regional workforce strategies.
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Efficient delivery: Practical templates, playbooks, and training that your HR team can apply immediately.
Who We Advise?
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SMEs and international corporates establishing or scaling in Hong Kong.
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Founders and growth companies professionalising HR processes.
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Boards, HR & compliance teams needing investigations and risk management.
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Senior executives negotiating offers, exits, and incentive packages.
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Employees of local and international entities, supporting their relation with their employers and all related matters.
Meet the Team
Speak to our Employment Law specialists:
Managing Partner
Associate Solicitor
Associate Solicitor
Contact Us
Speak to our Employment Law team:
Tel: +852 2388 3899 • Email: contact-us@rs-lawyers.com.hk
Address: 22/F, Bupa Centre, 141 Connaught Road West, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong (3 minutes from Sai Ying Pun MTR, Exit A2).
FAQ: Employment Law in Hong Kong
Can you review our employment contracts and staff handbook?
Yes. We draft and update contracts, handbooks, and policy suites to align with local regulations and your business objectives.
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Do you advise on terminations and redundancies?
Absolutely. We plan lawful exits, calculate severance/notice, draft settlement terms, and reduce the risk of ensuing claims.
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Can you handle workplace investigations?
Yes. We run independent investigations and provide defensible reports and action plans, coordinating with your HR and compliance leads.
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Do you support payroll and MPF compliance?
We coordinate with our Payroll and Accounting teams to keep salary cycles, MPF, and records compliant and efficient.
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What if the dispute escalates?
We represent clients before the Labour Tribunal and courts and pursue mediation or arbitration where appropriate.
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