Hong Kong Lawyers

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

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

13Jan2023

The Chambers and Partners Greater China Region 2023 rankings are announced

Tanner De Witt is delighted once again to be recognised by Chambers & Partners in their inaugural 2023 Greater China Region Guide for each of its main practice areas. Please see full results and editorial commentary below.   Corporate/M&A: Independent Hong Kong Firms (Band 2)Full ranking here. Tanner…Read More

12Jan2023

The Legal 500 2023 rankings are announced for Asia-Pacific

Tanner De Witt is proud to again be recommended in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific Guide 2023 for employment, restructuring and insolvency, dispute resolution, technology, media, telecommunications (TMT), commercial, corporate and M&A, private client and family. Legal 500’s Hall of Fame includes Partners Ian De Witt and Robin Darton, while Pamela Mak and Russell Bennett are…Read More

09Jan2023

Press release: Tanner De Witt celebrates 100% trainee retention rate and welcomed 2022 intake

Hong Kong law firm Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce 100% successful retention of its trainees who qualified in 2022 and are now admitted as solicitors with the firm. The trainees joining Tanner De Witt as solicitors are: Austin graduated from the Hong Kong…Read More

03Jan2023

Tanner De Witt promotes two solicitors to Partner – Veronica Chan and Tim Au

Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce the promotion of Veronica Chan and Tim Au to the position of Partner with the firm, with effect from Sunday 1 January 2023. The promotion of Veronica and Tim brings the firm’s number of partners to 16 and…Read More

25Nov2022

Leading Firm – Asset Recovery – Asia Pacific

Tanner De Witt is the only leading Hong Kong law firm listed by Who’s Who Legal (WWL) Asia Pacific – GIR – Asset Recovery 2022! Jeff Lane, Ian De Witt, Robin Darton and Pamela Mak have once again been listed for the 2022 edition with Jeff Lane being the only onshore lawyer listed…Read More

16Nov2022

Client Choice Award 2022 winner – Robin Darton

We are pleased to announce that Partner Robin Darton is the exclusive winner of the Lexology Client Choice Award 2022 for Restructuring & Insolvency, Hong Kong. The Client Choice Award is given in consideration of exceptional client recommendations, a track record of adding value to…Read More

01Nov2022

Joanne Brown admitted as a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers

Following the recent Family Law Firm of the Year award from Asian Legal Business, we are delighted to announce Joanne Brown has been admitted as a member of the International Academy of Family Lawyers. IAFL: International Academy of Family Lawyers is a worldwide association of practising lawyers who are…Read More