Client Testimonials

"We use the services of Tanner De Witt and as a client are very much delighted to have an opportunity of referring their services."

"We use the firm on a regular basis, including the secondment of a full-time lawyer stationed in our office, and have always found the service we have received to be prompt, practical, commercial and of good quality, which is essential for us to carry on our business as an international contractor. The staff we have worked with are friendly and approachable and are proactive in anticipating issues relevant to our business. We believe firmly that Tanner De Witt offers a good quality responsive service that represents good value for money."

"I wanted to drop you a line to express my sincere thanks to Tanner De Witt for your recent services on a broad range of contract amendments as well as guidance on some underlying business issues. Both you and your team have provided high quality and timely support for us both for written deliverables as well as advice. There is always an underlying focus to ensure you provide value which speaks to your commitment to work as our business partner. You guys are real professionals, and surely must be one of the best law firms now established in Hong Kong! Long may you prosper!"

"We appreciate your support in advising the DMW [Domestic Helpers and Migrant Workers Programme] team and representing our clients in court, which has benefited the Migrant Workers in Hong Kong. Your continued support is needed because the Migrant Workers, especially those coming from Indonesia, India and Sri Lanka, still suffer exploitation, mistreatment, abuse and unfairness. Some of them are even falsely accused of some criminal acts by their employers as the employers try to cover up their conduct and avoid their liability, by making false allegations against these workers."

"When you enter the office you realise that this is a firm with a difference. It feels less formal, more inclusive. I see lawyers previously with the major firms that I have known for a long time. Here they are driving their own firm in a flexible and rewarding environment."

"Matters are dealt with at a senior level and with alacrity. Tanner De Witt really deserves the reputation it has developed as a responsive, professional, and dynamic firm"

"I have worked with the team at Tanner De Witt for many years and have found them to be both highly competent and principled in their approach. They are practical and take into account the business aspect when giving advice."

"I particularly value their efforts to keep me fully informed and to ensure that I receive proper briefings without hassle."

"I became a client of Tanner De Witt in 1998 when I approached them about legal representation for what ended up being a landmark case in Hong Kong [Field v Barber Asia]."

"Ian De Witt, from the outset, put me at ease with his friendly bedside manner and I felt a confidence in him that had eluded me during other similar meetings with lawyers - mostly with larger firms. Ian not only went on to win my case for me, but he inspired me throughout and kept my spirits up during the darker days of my trial and the subsequent appeal. I always felt he had my interests at heart."

"I was therefore delighted to note that, from its humble beginnings as a small law firm with a handful of employees, TDW was named as Asian Legal Business "Boutique Law Firm of the Year" in 2004, and later, as a Finalist, Hong Kong Law Firm of the Year. In my view, this is a fitting testimony to their professional, approachable manner - not to mention their incredible success rate."

"I have recommended TDW to many people over the past 7 years - and will continue to do so."

"As a businessman in Hong Kong for a little more than 12 years, I have utilized the services of Tanner De Witt on many occasions. On a professional level I have found them to be second to none, both efficient and thorough (a necessity when dealing with any legal matters). However the area that seems to be of particular strength is that of the firm itself hiring new bright young minds, in order to continue the growth and passion that has allowed Tanner De Witt to be one of SE Asia's fastest growing legal firms. I have found the partners and associates to be helpful and considerate at all times. A lawyer and a friend seem to be opposites in the crazy business environment that is Hong Kong, however Tanner De Witt seem to combine a perfect balance of both."

"IATA have used Tanner De Witt now for many years, having switched from using another very large and well-established Hong Kong practice. I have to say, I am immensely pleased that we made that switch. I have found TDW to be an excellent law firm in all respects ?not least in terms of their ability, their responsiveness, their innovation, their friendliness and the quality of their work. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending TDW to anyone in need of legal services."

"Tanner De Witt put hard work and thought into our case. We are very pleased with the outcome, indeed it was more than we originally hoped for. It is an excellent firm that we shall use again, and recommend others who require legal services in Hong Kong."

"Jonathan [Gray] has consistently offered expert and specialized advice in a straightforward manner, allowing for informed and un-rash decision making to issues that are complex and integrated in nature. Our working relationship has contributed to the more mature and professional approach we take towards issues now, further developing our own abilities to tackle and resolve a difficulty."

"Jonathan and Tanner De Witt have acted professionally, with integrity and with a high standard of ethics, all of which are key attribute to any mutually beneficial relationship."

"I don't hesitate to recommend their services to others."

"We are pleased to recommand the exceptionally good services and legal assistance we received and keep receiving from Tanner De Witt for more than 7 years! Thanks to Ian De Witt's special expertise and competence, including in international private law, we succeeded in recovering an important commercial claim that we had against a debtor in Hong Kong. Before contacting Tanner De Witt, we had instructed two other lawyers' reputable firms in Hong Kong, without any success. Mr De Witt rapidly understood the matter and, in close cooperation with our lawyer in Geneva, Switzerland, eventually obtained a final judgement against the debtor. The enforcement of the decision was also obtained sucessfully and we finally received the compensation due."

"I have been working with Messrs Tanner De Witt since the establishment of their practice, both personally and professionally, and continue to be impressed by the efficiency and effectiveness of Tanner De Witt in delivering advice and the provision of legal services. One main advantage they have over a number of much larger firms is the personal attention from partners and staff alike and their commitment to client service. The impressive expansion of the firm is deserved. As evidence of my confidence in their services, they are always the first firm I recommend to my own customers and clients."

"In addition to the high level of technical expertise that Tanner De Witt have demonstrated, they have consistently adopted an innovative approach to their work, which is particularly refreshing."

"I am really impressed by the individual partners and associates I have dealt with in the past years. They are knowledgeable, competent and sensible. I have no hesitation recommending Tanner De Witt to my clients, friends and fellow practitioners."

"I am very pleased that over the last 2-3 years, the services that you have provided have extended from my personal business dealings to that of the Company."

"The advice received from both yourself [Ian] and Eddie has been well thought out, realistic and commercially very sound. This coupled with a very sensible approach to billing has founded a strong sense of trust between our companies."

"I look forward to continuing this relationship for many years to come."

"Ian [De Witt]'s timely and thorough analysis and expert opinion regarding Hong Kong litigation was a key factor in obtaining summary judgment in favor of my client in a complicated legal malpractice matter. In short, great results, personable and expert."

"Jonathan [Gray] provided excellent assistance to Universal in connection with managing litigation in Hong Kong as he made the extra effort to ensure that lines of communication were always open. Jonathan also provided consistently helpful legal advice that eventually resulted in a positive outcome for Universal."

"Thank you so much for all the effort that went into [the domestic helper]'s case. We were all so excited when the charges were dropped. We have now re-opened her case at the Labour Tribunal. I am sure she couldn't stop smiling for at least a week afterwards!"

"We really do appreciate the opportunity to partner with you in this fight against exploitation of migrant workers in Hong Kong."

"After quite a number of years working both in the legal industry as well as using its services it has been a breath of fresh air meeting the team at Tanner De Witt. The firm and its solicitors has a profound understanding of its customers needs. Of equal importance is their ability to communicate with people who do not have a legal background in such a manner that all clients understand the advice they are given. I found this particularly helpful as it allows TDW to communicate directly with any member of my team without requiring my presence for clarification purposes."

"Needless to say, TDW are extremely qualified solicitors and I trust them with any of our firm's legal concerns. The advice is accurate and to the point, comprehensible to all and focused on finding solutions."

"A breath of fresh air in the legal world ... thank you!"

"In my capacity as an insolvency practitioner I have worked with Tanner De Witt Solicitors on numerous occasions over the last six years, having instructed them on various commercial matters and insolvency related proceedings. I consider their abilities rival that of many larger legal firms and their steady growth, whilst other law firms are downsizing, bears testament to this."

"Tanner De Witt continue to differentiate themselves from their competitors by a willingness to take on both small and large matters; easily accessible partners; flexibility in relation to their fees and most importantly, sound advice backed by a commercial and practical approach to problems."

"Both my Client and I were very impressed by the calm and professional way that your firm handled what was a difficult and sensitive application. Throughout we were kept informed of all developments, and even though there were risks in what we intended, there was no drama or uncertainty in the advice. The geographical distance went unnoticed and we felt truly involved. This combination made for a solid team which secured an excellent result."

"I have worked with Robin on a number of insolvency cases over the past five years. He has had extensive exposure to a range of insolvency and litigation matters which we find very valuable."

"We have found Robin and his team at Tanner De Witt to be committed to delivering a consistently high quality of timely advice."

"TDW were my trusted advisers throughout a protracted dispute over an investment that had soured because it had turned out to be materially different from what had been presented at the time of sale. TDW's timely and expert advice finely balanced legal principle & commercial realism."

"I am pleased to recommend Tanner De Witt as a trusted legal firm in Hong Kong. The advice that I have got from them is practical, professional and cost effective. I have been working with Ian De Witt in the past 5 years and was most impressed with his responsiveness in dealing with our court case and ultimately winning it. They have a particular expertise in the knowledge about the travel and air transport industry that gives an edge to their service."

"Tanner De Witt was recommended to us by a respected local company. This task was undertaken at very short notice and the matter dealt with in a professionally competent manner."

"Particularly pleasing were the clarity of information and the honest recommendations of how we should proceed to minimise our costs as far as Tanner De Witt and other parties were concerned. Our confidence is such that we would not hesitate to instruct Tanner De Witt to act again on our behalf should the need arise."

"I would like to congratulate Tanner De Witt on their exemplary service over the last 4 years during which Xaar have placed all their Asia legal business requirements with you."

"The service, cooperation and friendly relationship enjoyed by Xaar have been very instrumental in our success in Asia. I look forward to many more years of business with Tanner De Witt."

"These guys are a pleasure to work with. Technically first class, commercially minded and very professional in the insolvency and restructuring field. Whatever the size of job, they approach it in the same way and invariably get a result. Their approach and expertise make them a difficult act to beat."

"I have worked with Richard since we met in 1997. I continued to instruct him when he set up Tanner De Witt in 1999. I greatly value Richard's professionalism, depth of experience and his frank approach to giving advice."

"At the core of our long-standing relationship with Richard and his team at Tanner De Witt is their consistent approach to matters with our best interests at heart."