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  • River Stone is a 2023 China Business Law Journal Rising Star

    We are pleased to announce River Stone‘s inclusion in the China Business Law Journal list of 20 Rising Stars in International Law Firms committed to China-related Business. The 2023 China Business Law Journal Rising Stars recognise lawyers that have demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism in their practice areas,…Read More

  • Tanner De Witt is official tournament referee sponsor of Tradition HKFC 10s 2023

    Tanner De Witt is proud to be the official tournament referee sponsor of the Tradition HKFC 10s. Welcoming back the tournament on the 29th and 30th March 2023, we are looking forward to the referees once again wearing Tanner De Witt kit as they officiate play in…Read More

  • Legal Update – HKMA Consultation Conclusions on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins

    On 31 January 2023, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (the “HKMA”) issued the consultation conclusions to its discussion paper published on 12 January 2022 (the “Consultation Conclusions”). The Consultation Conclusions provide critical insights into the shape of the HKMA plans for stablecoin regulation in Hong…Read More

  • Celebrating International Women’s Day

    On International Women’s Day, Tanner De Witt celebrated by inviting some of our incredible women across our departments to speak on various topics. The purpose of IDW is to forge a gender equal world by celebrating women’s achievements, raising visibility, increasing awareness about discrimination and…Read More

  • Legal update: Potential changes to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance

    In this snapshot legal update, we report that on 20 February 2023, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) reported plans to put forward amendments to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (“PDPO”) in 2023. The PCPD’s target is to present concrete proposed amendments and consult…Read More

  • Accountant (2-5 years experience)

    THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. Tanner De Witt is looking to recruit a bright, self-motivated junior to mid-level Accountant to join our independent, established, Hong Kong law firm. Key requirements • Degree or Diploma in Accounting • 2 to…Read More

  • Tanner De Witt host John Terenzini, founder of the Hong Kong Jellyfish Project

    On Friday evening, 10 February, we had the pleasure of hosting the Royal Geographical Society‘s presentation on “A Fascination with Jellyfish: The World’s Ancient Survivors” by John Terenzini of the Hong Kong Jellyfish Project.  Several jellies drifted into the Tanner De Witt offices (via PowerPoint) on…Read More

  • Is a pre-nuptial agreement an act of love? 

    We have clients who come to us seeking advice on the process and substance of a pre-nup. Often they haven’t discussed this in any real detail save perhaps they have some pre-marital wealth they wish to ring-fence or a desire to keep extended family wealth…Read More

  • Children Mental Health Awareness Week – Let’s Connect: Steps to minimise the impact of separation and divorce on a child

    The past week was Children’s Mental Health Week in the UK with the theme of “Let’s Connect”. I was fortunate to attend a school event designed to bring this to the attention of parents and was interested to hear from an esteemed panel of Hong…Read More

  • “No-Fault Divorce” in England: should Hong Kong follow suit?

    2022 was a big year for divorce law in England & Wales. With the introduction of the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 coming into force on 6 April 2022, anyone seeking to petition for divorce or dissolution of marriage no longer has to apportion…Read More

  • Transgender appellants win appeal in Q, Tse Henry Edward v Commissioner of Registration [2023] HKCFA 4

    The Court of Final Appeal handed down a landmark ruling that a policy on HKID card amendment adopted by the Commissioner of Registration was unconstitutional. The Commissioner of Registration adopts a policy which requires individuals to have completed full sex reassignment surgery if they seek…Read More

  • What you need to know about data transfers involving Hong Kong

    What you need to know about data transfers involving Hong Kong Data transfers are essential and common between corporate transactions. It is vital for businesses to understand data privacy regulation imposed on personal data transfers to reduce business risk and promote efficient compliance data transfers…Read More