Hong Kong Lawyers
Tanner De Witt recognised in Global Restructuring Review’s GRR100 2021 list
We are delighted to announce that Tanner De Witt’s award-winning, top tier Restructuring and Insolvency practice is once again listed in the Global Restructuring Review’s GRR100 2021 compilation of the world’s leading law firms for cross-border restructuring and insolvency matters. We continue to be the only firm from Hong…Read More
Press release: Tanner De Witt celebrates 100% trainee retention rate and welcomes 2021 intake
Hong Kong law firm Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce 100% successful retention of its trainees who are due to qualify in 2021. All four trainees who have recently completed the two-year training programme have accepted solicitor positions with the firm. The trainees joining…Read More
Asialaw 2022 rankings announced
Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce Asialaw’s 2022 rankings of domestic law firms which can be found here. All practices and lawyers have maintained their rankings from the previous year. Our 2022 awards are as follows: OutstandingLabour and EmploymentRestructuring and Insolvency Highly RecommendedCorporate and M&ADispute ResolutionRegulatory…Read More
Tanner De Witt seeks a Litigation and Arbitration Lawyer (5-8 years’ PQE)
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. Tanner De Witt seeks a litigation and arbitration lawyer with 5-8 years’ PQE to join our Dispute Resolution Department. This role is good opportunity for a lawyer to grow one’s practice within an established…Read More
Tanner De Witt shortlisted in ten categories in the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2021
We are pleased to be recognised by Asian Legal Business for our work across ten award categories this year, a record number of nominations for us. We have been shortlisted in the following categories (in alphabetical order): Civil Litigation Law Firm of the Year Hong Kong Law…Read More
Tanner De Witt’s new expanded premises
We are delighted to announce that we are unveiling another office in Tower One of Lippo Centre, just three years after the launch of our flagship premises on the 17th Floor of the same building. With our new office on the 4th Floor, 100% of…Read More
Data Breach Response: Role of the Legal Team
Lawyers play a critical role in the response to a data breach. In this article, Pádraig Walsh from the Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group of Tanner De Witt explains the role of the legal team, why engaging external counsel is often essential, and the importance…Read More
Seeking a Legal Secretary – Restructuring and Insolvency Department
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. Tanner De Witt is a friendly, independent Hong Kong law firm with a stable and professional working environment. We are looking for a pro-active, organised, enthusiastic and experienced candidate to join our law firm…Read More
High Court rules Housing Authority policy amounts to unlawful discrimination against same-sex spouses
In another step forward for same-sex rights in Hong Kong, the High Court today handed down a judgment confirming that the Housing Authority’s policy excluding same-sex married couples from their Home Ownership Scheme (“HOS”) amounts to unlawful discrimination on the ground of sexual orientation. The…Read More
Data Breach Response: Managing Liability
The stakes are high after a data breach. There is a clear and present danger of legal liability. In this article, Pádraig Walsh from the Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group of Tanner De Witt provides guidance on managing liability following a data breach. The primary…Read More
Kim Boreham moves from partner to consultant
We are pleased to announce that from 1 June 2021 Kim Boreham has changed roles and become a consultant at our firm. We are delighted that Kim will remain an integral part of the firm and are pleased to continue to support Kim’s career. This…Read More
Data Breach Response: Ten Tips on Managing Regulatory Inquiries
A letter arrives from the Privacy Commissioner. There are awkward questions. Well, settle in for the long haul. You are now at the start of an inquiry. In this article, Pádraig Walsh from the Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group of Tanner De Witt provides ten…Read More