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
German Desk
Your German‑Speaking Legal Advisors in Hong Kong
Precise, local and cross‑border advice for German‑speaking companies and individuals.
Our German Desk supports German speaking clients from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (D‑A‑CH) particularly in corporate and commercial matters, tax advice, dispute resolution, employment disputes, and notarial & apostille services. The desk is led by our German Managing Partner who is also admitted in Hong Kong as a solicitor, ensuring precise guidance across jurisdictions and languages. In addition, we support our local Hong Kong and Mainland Chinese clients when entering the European market or when navigating the complex legal environment in Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Talk to us: +852 2388 3899 • contact-us@rs-lawyers.com.hk
What We Do
Corporate & Market Entry
Entity selection and setup, board and shareholder composition, company secretary services, and ongoing governance tailored to D‑A‑CH clients.
Commercial & Regulatory
Cross‑border contracts, terms & conditions, data protection considerations, and sector‑specific regulatory guidance for trading with Hong Kong and the EU.
Tax Coordination (with German/EU advisors)
High‑level tax guidance in Hong Kong, European and international tax matters in close coordination with your German/EU tax advisors to streamline double‑taxation considerations.
Dispute Resolution & Mediation
Commercial litigation and arbitration strategy in Hong Kong courts, arbitration, and mediation. Our disputes team regularly handles complex matters and alternative dispute resolutions for international clients.
Employment
Drafting and reviewing local employment contracts, policies and handbooks, terminations, and workplace issues for Hong Kong subsidiaries of D‑A‑CH companies, as well as handing employee deployments from their home jurisdictions to Hong Kong.
Notarial & Apostille
Providing notarial certificates, certifying true copies, witnessing signatures, and support with apostille/legalisation for documents to be used in Germany/EU.
Who We Help
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SMEs and MNEs expanding to Hong Kong
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Subsidiaries of D‑A‑CH corporates.
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Entrepreneurs and professionals relocating to Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong companies trading with Germany/EU.
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Family offices & investors with German‑language requirements.
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Local clients operating in the European market or considering entering it.
Why Choose Our German Desk
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Dual‑qualified leadership: The desk is led by our Managing Partner, Stefan Schmierer, a German attorney admitted in Germany and Hong Kong, simplifying bilingual, cross‑border matters.
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Decades of experience with international clients: Our German speaking Managing Partner has advised international and local businesses since 1985, with lawyers qualified in multiple jurisdictions.
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Networks & reach: Through ADWA and CBBL, we can draw on trusted German‑speaking counsel across Asia and Europe for multi‑jurisdictional matters.
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Recognition: The firm is regularly mentioned in regional rankings and industry lists; see our Articles section for recent recognitions and case notes.
Our Expert
German Attorney‑at‑Law; Hong Kong Solicitor. Over a decade in Hong Kong, advising German‑speaking clients on corporate, commercial, tax coordination, and litigation.
Managing Partner
Sources & Insight
Our German Desk at Ravenscroft & Schmierer I Stefan Schmierer
Contact Us
Speak to our German Desk
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: German Desk
Do I need a German‑speaking lawyer for business in Hong Kong?
Not always, but working with a bilingual, Hong Kong–admitted solicitor reduces misunderstandings and accelerates cross‑border processes (especially for corporate, disputes, and regulatory work).
Can you advise on both German and Hong Kong law?
We advise on Hong Kong, German and EU law and coordinate with German/EU colleagues where required, providing a single, bilingual point of contact.
How long does it take to set up a company in Hong Kong?
Timelines depend on structure and documentation. We outline options, prepare documents, and coordinate filings; your company secretary handles statutory filings under our guidance.
Do you provide notary and apostille services for documents used in Germany/EU?
Yes. We prepare notarial certificates, certify copies, and witness signatures, and guide you on apostille/legalisation for use in Germany/EU.
Can you help with employment contracts and terminations for our Hong Kong subsidiary?
Yes. Drafting, compliance checks, policies, and guidance on exits and local procedures.