A story about gender identity and the struggle of a brave individual who challenged the Courts for the recognition of the correct gender on his HKID
This June we launch the HIP pride delving into the significance of LGBTQ role models in the workplace and the immense benefits they bring
By actively promoting diversity, Hugill & Ip aims to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential
This November we celebrate Pink Friday with a review of recent legal cases that open the way to enhanced civil rights for the LGBTQ+ community in Hong Kong
What does the Court Case Ng Hon Lam Edgar v Secretary for Justice [2023] HKCA 1224 mean for same-sex couples?
Alfred Ip, Azan Marwah and Christie Lee analyse practical effects on same-sex marriage
The High Court of Hong Kong sides with a lesbian couple who argued that both mothers should have parental status over their child born through reciprocal IVF
Analyzing the Hong Kong landmark case and discussing potential developments which may lead to new legislation granting expanded civil rights to same-sex couples
Discussing Estate Planning as an effective tool for pre- and post-mortem arrangements – including EPOAs, AHDs and inheritance rights in general
Discussing family planning and marriage as a protection of a couple’s (and their children’s) interests – including topics like adoption, IVF and surrogacy
Discussing divorce and the right to legally dissolve a same-sex marriage – including the breakup of a relationship, the split of assets and custody of children