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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
Private Client Lawyers in Hong Kong
Clear, practical legal advice for individuals, families, and family offices in Hong Kong.
Our Private Client team provides practical, cross-border advice for individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth clients. From estate planning and family wealth protection to matrimonial matters and family office structures, we help clients navigate important personal and financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Whether planning for the future, protecting family assets, or managing complex cross-border issues, we provide tailored advice with a focus on discretion, efficiency, and long-term outcomes.
Talk to us: +852 2388 3899 • contact-us@rs-lawyers.com.hk
Our Private Client Services
Hong Kong's position as an international financial centre attracts entrepreneurs, family offices, expatriates, investors, and high-net-worth individuals from around the world. Managing personal wealth, succession planning, and family matters often requires coordinated legal advice across multiple jurisdictions.
Our Private Client practice focuses on three core areas:
Wills & Probate
Preparing wills, succession planning, estate administration, and probate matters to help individuals protect their families and preserve their legacy.
Family & Matrimonial
Advising on divorce, separation, financial arrangements, children matter, and family disputes with a practical and solutions-focused approach.
Family Office Advisory
Providing legal advice to family offices, family businesses, and high-net-worth families on governance, succession planning, wealth structuring, and intergenerational planning.
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Why Choose Ravenscroft & Schmierer?
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Hong Kong private client expertise: Advising local and international families, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals.
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Cross-border capabilities: Experience handling matters involving multiple jurisdictions and international assets.
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Personalised advice: Solutions tailored to each client's family, financial, and personal circumstances.
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Integrated approach: Private client, corporate, tax, regulatory, and dispute resolution support under one roof.
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Multilingual capability: English, German, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Supporting Hong Kong Families and Entrepreneurs
Hong Kong is home to many successful entrepreneurs, business owners, professionals, and internationally connected families. As family wealth and personal affairs become increasingly complex, careful planning is often necessary to protect assets, provide for future generations, and minimise the risk of disputes.
We regularly advise clients on succession planning, family governance, estate administration, family office structures, and personal legal matters. Our goal is to provide practical guidance that helps families preserve wealth, achieve their objectives, and plan confidently for the future.
Contact Us
Contact our Private Client 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: Private Client Services in Hong Kong
Why should I make a will in Hong Kong?
A properly drafted will can help ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes, minimise disputes among beneficiaries, and simplify the probate process for your family.
Can a Hong Kong will cover overseas assets?
It depends on the jurisdiction and nature of the assets. Many individuals with international assets benefit from coordinated estate planning across multiple jurisdictions.
What happens if someone dies without a will in Hong Kong?
The estate will generally be distributed according to Hong Kong's intestacy rules, which may not reflect the deceased's wishes or family circumstances.
Do you advise on divorce and family matters?
Yes. We advise clients on divorce, separation, financial arrangements, child custody matters, and related family disputes.
What is a family office?
A family office is a structure established to manage the investments, business interests, wealth, and succession planning needs of wealthy families.
Why choose Ravenscroft & Schmierer for private client matters in Hong Kong?
We provide practical, discreet, and commercially minded advice tailored to the unique needs of individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth clients.
Can you assist with cross-border estate and succession planning?
Yes. We regularly advise clients with assets, beneficiaries, and family members located across multiple jurisdictions.
When should I seek advice on succession planning?
The earlier planning begins, the more options are generally available to protect assets, reduce uncertainty, and ensure a smooth transition between generations.