Hong Kong Law Firm

01Jun2023

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

31May2023

Tanner De Witt’s Employment Practice ranked, and Russell Bennett recognised as Leading Employment & Labour Lawyer

Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce that our Partner, Russell Bennett, is recognised as one of the Leading Employment and Labour lawyers in Hong Kong by Doyles Guide 2023. Tanner De Witt is also ranked in the second-tier for Employment and Labour Law Firms….Read More

22May2023

Join us as our Accounting Manager

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS.  Tanner De Witt is looking to recruit a motivated team leader to join our independent Hong Kong law firm as our Accounting Manager. Key requirements Key responsibilities Key qualities Attractive company benefits, remuneration and…Read More

15May2023

A relief to victims of fraud: Hong Kong Court of Appeal restores the “Letter of No Consent” regime

On 14 April 2023, the Hong Kong Court of Appeal delivered its decision in Tam Sze Leung & Ors v Commissioner of Police [2023] HKCA 537, overturning the Court of First Instance’s decision which had held that the Letter of No Consent (“LNC”) regime –…Read More

12May2023

Legal Focus: Expanded Scope of Cross-Border Enforcement of Civil and Commercial Judgments

Hong Kong has long been and continues to be a leading disputes resolution venue for business and enterprises. Hong Kong is placed in a unique position due to its legal system based on the common law supplemented by statues, and its close proximity to mainland…Read More

24Mar2023

Proposal to amend Race Discrimination Ordinance to outlaw “intra-racial discrimination” and address discrimination and harassment relating to people from Mainland China

Earlier this week, the Equal Opportunities Commission (the “EOC”) in its update to the Legislative Council (“LegCo”) had reiterated its plan to:- “… tackle discrimination, harassment and vilification between people from Hong Kong and those from the Mainland through legislation …” Currently, the Race Discrimination…Read More

15Mar2023

What happens to my jewellery in a divorce? A simple guide on how valuable personal items are distributed during a divorce proceeding

In divorce, what will happen to my personal valuables such as my jewellery, watches, bags? Spouses are often concerned with whether they can keep their personal valuables upon divorce. Will I keep my engagement ring? Will I have to sell my watches, jewelleries or luxury…Read More

15Mar2023

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

09Mar2023

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

15Feb2023

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

14Feb2023

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

20Jan2023

Tanner De Witt wishes everyone a happy Lunar New Year!- 泰德威律師事務所祝大家萬事如意迎新年,玉兔迎春旺全年!(Office closed 23-25 January)

Tanner De Witt wishes everyone a happy Lunar New Year! 泰德威律師事務所祝大家萬事如意迎新年,玉兔迎春旺全年! Our offices will be closed from Monday 23 to Wednesday 25 January for Lunar New Year. We will resume normal office hours on Thursday 26 January at 9am.