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Insolvency
Recognition in IFLR1000 for Tanner De Witt’s Restructuring and Insolvency, M&A and Banking practices
We are delighted to announce that IFLR1000, the guide to the world’s leading financial and corporate law firms, has recognised our restructuring and insolvency, corporate and commercial and banking and finance teams in its 2021 Asia Pacific rankings. We are recognised as a leading Hong…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
Tanner De Witt lauded in China Business Law Awards 2021
We are delighted to announce that we have been included in the China Business Law Awards as one of the top firms for Restructuring and Insolvency, Asset Management and Fintech and blockchain. Please see China Business Law Awards 2021 for more information. China Business Law…Read More
Benchmark Litigation 2021 rankings announced for Asia-Pacific
We are delighted to announce that we have once again been included in Benchmark Litigation’s 2021 Asia-Pacific rankings. It’s another milestone year for us as we are ranked in five categories this year, compared to four last year and two the year prior. Our awards…Read More
ALB selects Ian De Witt as one of Asia’s top 50 Disputes Lawyers
Partner and Restructuring and Insolvency co-Head Ian De Witt has been named by Asian Legal Business as one of Asia’s top 50 disputes lawyers. The Super 50 list, which was compiled by ALB for the first time ever, features top disputes lawyers in the region…Read More
Sunny Hathiramani to speak at INSOL Focus Webinar 2021
On Tuesday 20 April, Restructuring and Insolvency Partner Sunny Hathiramani will speak on a webinar hosted by the International Association of Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Professionals (INSOL International), the foremost organisation for accountants and lawyers who specialise in turnaround and insolvency. The webinar is on cross-border insolvencies under…Read More
Tanner De Witt’s Restructuring and Insolvency team sweeps Who’s Who Legal’s 2021 rankings
Tanner De Witt’s Restructuring and Insolvency practice is listed in Who’s Who Legal’s 2021 Restructuring and Insolvency guide as one of three Leading Firms in the Asia-Pacific region. It is the sole firm in Hong Kong to have this accolade. Both Ian De Witt and…Read More
Legal update: Presenting winding-up/bankruptcy petitions based on foreign judgment debts – Is registration required?
Can a foreign order or judgment be immediately enforced in Hong Kong? Generally, the answer is no. Depending on where the judgment comes from, either it must first pass registration under the Foreign Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance, or if not caught by that ordinance, there…Read More
An update on cross-border insolvency cooperation in Hong Kong: recognising and assisting foreign insolvency practitioners
A crucial aspect of cross-border insolvency cooperation is the recognition of foreign proceedings and providing assistance to foreign office holders. A helpful explanation of the purpose of recognition was provided by Lord Hoffman in Cambridge Gas:“[t]he purpose of recognition is to enable the foreign office…Read More
Four things for directors to keep in mind when considering appointing liquidators
Handing over control of a company to strangers is a tough decision, but is one that is ever-present for a director facing the prospect of insolvency. Ian De Witt and Troy Greig point to some high-level issues that any sensible director facing this scenario should…Read More
The Legal 500 2021 rankings are announced for Asia-Pacific
Tanner De Witt is proud to be recommended this year in The Legal 500 Asia Pacific Guide 2021 for its four main practice areas; corporate and commercial, employment, restructuring and insolvency and dispute resolution. Notably, partners Ian De Witt, Robin Darton and Kim Boreham are ranked in the Hall of Fame, while Pamela Mak is recognised…Read More
Introduction to Restructuring and Insolvency department
Tanner De Witt Restructuring and Insolvency solicitor Veronica Chan introduces our firm, the practice area, type of clients and matters we advise on. Tanner De Witt is an established Hong Kong law firm, our Restructuring and Insolvency team is highly ranked by many leading industry…Read More
