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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...
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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...
View ArticleLegal update: Potential changes to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance
In this snapshot legal update, we report that on 20 February 2023, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) reported plans to put forward amendments to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance...
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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...
View ArticleLegal Update – HKMA Consultation Conclusions on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins
On 31 January 2023, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (the “HKMA”) issued the consultation conclusions to its discussion paper published on 12 January 2022 (the “Consultation Conclusions”). The...
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Tanner De Witt is official tournament referee sponsor of Tradition HKFC 10s 2023
Tanner De Witt is proud to be the official tournament referee sponsor of the Tradition HKFC 10s. Welcoming back the tournament on the 29th and 30th March 2023, we are looking forward to the referees...
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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...
View ArticleWhat happens to my jewellery in a divorce? A simple guide on how valuable...
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...
View ArticleProposal to amend Race Discrimination Ordinance to outlaw “intra-racial...
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...
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School accidents and bullying: Can a school be sued because a student is...
Students spend a big part of the day at school. Parents need to ensure that the learning environment of their children is safe. However, accidents happen from time to time at school. A few examples...
View ArticleCan and will an employee claiming discrimination be liable for legal costs if...
Introduction We previously published two articles (“Recent District Court decision on whether ‘gweilo’ remark discriminatory” and “Legal update: What’s the problem with “gweilo” and various local...
View ArticleLegal update: The Hong Kong Court of First Instance confirms penalty rule in...
Introduction Many employers may want to bind an employee for a certain period of time, by including a clause in employment contacts that requires the employee to pay wages for the balance of the...
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Tanner De Witt’s Family Practice ranked and Joanne Brown recommended as...
We are delighted to share that Joanne Brown, Partner, and Head of the Family Practice at Tanner De Witt, has once again been recommended in Doyle’s Guide Hong Kong as the “Leading Family & Divorce...
View ArticleProtecting Minors – Wards of the Court: Who, what, when and why?
The term “Ward of the Court” is one which sounds archaic. In a way, it is. The origins stem from feudalism in the Middle Ages in England when the Crown was given rights to exercise powers and duties...
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Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific 2023 Recognizes Tanner De Witt
We are pleased to announce that Tanner De Witt has received recognition in the Benchmark Litigation Asia Pacific Guide 2023 across five practice areas, including Insolvency, Commercial and...
View ArticleLatest Privacy Update by Privacy Rules features Padraig Walsh on Hong Kong’s...
This privacy espresso series by Privacy Rules features our partner, Padraig Walsh, providing a brief update on the changes in Hong Kong’s privacy legislation horizon. In this video, the following...
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Legal Focus: Expanded Scope of Cross-Border Enforcement of Civil and...
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...
View ArticleA relief to victims of fraud: Hong Kong Court of Appeal restores the “Letter...
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...
View ArticleHong Kong Court Awards Indemnity Costs to Employer in Discrimination...
Introduction We previously published two articles “Can and will an employee claiming discrimination be liable for legal costs if they lose?” and “Important points for making discrimination claims...
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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 Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Accounting...
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