Forced marriages and the law of invalid consent recently examined in RM v AY...
The freedom to marry a partner of our choosing is a constitutional right. The Hong Kong Bill of Rights states “No marriage shall be entered into without the free and full consent of the intending...
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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...
View ArticleSenior 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...
View ArticleHigh Court holding that a foreign plaintiff – with no assets or presence...
On 16 May 2023, The Honourable Mr Justice Wilson Chan handed down a written decision dismissing Grand Network Technology Limited’s (“GNT”) appeal against the dismissal of its application or security...
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Tanner De Witt is recommended by Doyles Guide 2023 as Leading Criminal...
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...
View ArticleConsultation for a new re-domiciliation regime for non-Hong Kong companies
The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (“FSTB”) published a public consultation in March 2023 on proposals relating to the introduction of a new company re-domiciliation regime in Hong Kong...
View ArticleVATP regulation in Hong Kong: The regulatory perimeter
It is possible to apply to the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) in Hong Kong to obtain a licence to engage in activities relating to virtual assets. However, not all virtual asset services are...
View ArticleAn Overview of 3 Common Immigration Offences in Hong Kong – Overstaying,...
After the COVID-19 pandemic subsides and the borders between countries reopen, there has been a noticeable increase in prosecutions related to immigration offences in Hong Kong, such as overstaying...
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Tanner De Witt wins three awards in the China Business Law Awards 2023
Tanner De Witt is delighted to announce that we have been recognised by China Business Law Journal in the China Business Law Awards 2023 in three categories, Pro-Bono, Data Protection and Privacy and...
View ArticleTanner 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...
View ArticleLegal Update: Privacy considerations for online shopping platforms
In June 2023, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) published a report (“Report”) on the privacy settings of ten common online shopping platforms in Hong Kong, including...
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Veronica Chan awarded as “junior” woman under the age of 40 who is a name to...
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...
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Tanner De Witt supports PathFinders
At Tanner De Witt, we are committed to making a positive contribution to society and as a business firmly believe that we have a responsibility to give back to the communities where we operate....
View ArticleJoin us as our HR and Administration Officer
Tanner De Witt is looking to recruit an HR and Administration Officer. Job Description Manage personnel files including document scanning, filing and electronic filing Support the line manager with on...
View ArticleDivorce Proceedings and Your Business Part 1
Parties to divorce proceedings owe an ongoing duty to the Court to give full and frank financial disclosure. If you are the sole proprietor or a substantial shareholder of your private company, will...
View ArticleDivorce Proceedings and Your Business Part 2
In our previous article, we explored the confidential nature of divorce proceedings; the legal framework of protection of confidentiality over documents and information disclosed in divorce...
View ArticleLegal Update: PCPD investigation report on credit reference agency data...
In this snapshot legal update, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) published an investigation report on 1 June 2023 concerning the TE Credit Reference System, developed...
View ArticleLegal update: “The arbitration agreement is spent” – Hong Kong Court lifts...
Hong Kong is widely recognised as an efficient and reliable jurisdiction for international arbitration. It is a popular dispute resolution venue due to its modern arbitration legal framework and an...
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ChatGPT for lawyers – are we out of a job?
It is almost impossible to open a newspaper these days without being confronted by a dozen or so articles about Artificial Intelligence. OK , so I guess the reference to a ‘newspaper’ was the first...
View ArticleRecent Changes to Hong Kong Bankruptcy Laws; a win for creditors and the...
The Government of Hong Kong continues its push towards favouring digitisation over using hardcopy documents. The new changes to local bankruptcy laws allows: (1) electronic service of statutory...
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