Hong Kong Lawyers

01Sep2023

Tanner De Witt expands IP Practice

Tanner De Witt announces the appointment of Douglas Clark as Partner to join its Intellectual Property practice. The appointment is effective today, Friday 1st September 2023. This marks a significant advancement in the firm’s strategic initiative to enhance its IP practice along with its litigation…Read More

04Jul2023

Veronica Chan awarded as “junior” woman under the age of 40 who is a name to watch in the future by GRR

Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce that one of our Partners, Veronica Chan, has been recognised as “junior” woman under the age of 40 who is a name to watch in the future by Global Restructuring Review. In a survey conducted by Global Restructuring…Read More

30Jun2023

Tanner De Witt Highlights Issue 1

The first half of 2023 certainly has gone by in a flash! Enjoy an overview of what has happened at Tanner De Witt over the last 6 months – we have had the opportunity to host events and travel around the world attending conferences, making new friends and…Read More

14Jun2023

Tanner De Witt is recommended by Doyles Guide 2023 as Leading Criminal Defence Law Firm

Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce that we have been acknowledged as one of the recommended law firms by Doyle’s Guide 2023 for the Leading Criminal Defence Law Firms in Hong Kong. If you have enquiries related to criminal law matters, please contact: Tanner De WittEmail

07Jun2023

Senior associate advancement announcement 2023

Tanner De Witt is pleased to announce the advancement of three solicitors to the position of Senior Associate. We take great pride in recognising their hard work and contributions to their clients and the firm. These solicitors have consistently demonstrated exceptional legal acumen, professionalism, and…Read More

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

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