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Judgment Summons in Hong Kong Divorce Cases
Enforcement, Penalties, and the Real Risk of Imprisonment Many divorce settlements involve one time payments or ongoing financial commitments, such as monthly maintenance, school fees, or staged lump-sum payments. These arrangements often work well at the outset, but real life has a habit of intervening….Read More
The law and a deceased person’s remains, what happens when there is a dispute?
The recent case of Leung Kar Hin Ross v Ma Lai Fong[1] (“Leung v Ma”) case link has provided important reminders for families dealing with the passing away of loved ones, particularly around who has the legal right to make funeral arrangements and control the…Read More
Hong Kong’s new Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance takes effect in 2026
The Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance (Cap. 650) marks a major development in Hong Kong’s child‑protection landscape. Gazetted in July 2024 and scheduled to come into force today, 20 January 2026, the Ordinance reflects the SAR Government’s commitment to strengthening early identification and intervention…Read More
Understanding Costs in Children’s Proceedings – A Recent Judgment
Earlier this month, we published an article on Hague and non-Hague principles applicable to the Court’s determining whether to return a child to his home country. On 9 May 2025, the Hong Kong court awarded costs to the Father, diverging from the usual practice of…Read More
Tim Au and Adrian Au have been recognised as Hong Kong’s most influential lawyers under 40 by Hong Kong Business Magazine
We are thrilled to announce that our partners Tim Au and Adrian Au have been recognised as Hong Kong’s most influential lawyers under 40 by Hong Kong Business Magazine. Congratulations to Tim and Adrian!
To Join or Not to Join – Navigating the Complexities of Beneficial Interests in Divorce Proceedings
Divorce, an intensely personal affair, extends its ramifications beyond the couple involved, touching the lives of family members and friends alike. This repercussion becomes even more profound when one spouse assumes the role of a trustee for assets or when matrimonial assets are held in…Read More
Court of Final Appeal: Government must provide alternative means of recognising same-sex partnership
On 5 September 2023, the Court of Final Appeal in Sham Tsz Kit v Secretary for Justice [2023] HKCFA 28 ruled that the absence of alternative means of legal recognition of same-sex relationships in Hong Kong amounts to a violation of the constitutional right to…Read More
Divorce Proceedings and Your Business Part 2
In our previous article, we explored the confidential nature of divorce proceedings; the legal framework of protection of confidentiality over documents and information disclosed in divorce proceedings; and remedies available from the Court if you discovered that your spouse has obtained your confidential information without…Read More
Divorce Proceedings and Your Business Part 1
Parties to divorce proceedings owe an ongoing duty to the Court to give full and frank financial disclosure. If you are the sole proprietor or a substantial shareholder of your private company, will the company’s assets be treated as your assets? Will you have to…Read More
Tanner De Witt promotes Adrian Au to Partner
Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce the promotion of Adrian Au to the position of Partner with the firm, with effect from Thursday, 1 June 2023. The promotion recognises Adrian’s significant contribution to the firm and reflects the firm’s continued investment in the Family…Read More
