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International Parental Child Abduction
International Parental Child Abduction 1800 1044 Alfred Ip

While the number of cases of international child abduction is growing, these are often the most difficult to resolve due to the involvement of conflicting international jurisdictions.

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Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (1) – Data Collection Principle
Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (1) – Data Collection Principle 780 520 Hugill & Ip

Personal data must be collected by lawful and fair means for lawful purpose directly related to a function or activity of those who are to use the data. Data collected shall only be necessary but not excessive in relation to the said purpose.

Children Custody in Relocation Cases
Children Custody in Relocation Cases 1050 700 Alfred Ip

What happens when following a relationship breakdown or a divorce one of the parents wishes to move back to his/her country of origin or move to a third country?

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Data Privacy Focus Monday: An Introduction to Data Privacy in the 21st Century
Data Privacy Focus Monday: An Introduction to Data Privacy in the 21st Century 680 454 Hugill & Ip

Given the technological advancement, it seems like collection, disclosure and use is no longer under our control. Demands for relevant laws and regulations around the world are becoming inevitable.

How Can Alternative Dispute Resolution Impact Art Law?
How Can Alternative Dispute Resolution Impact Art Law? 1080 720 Alfred Ip

Mediation and arbitration can be very effective options for the resolution of art law related disputes, especially for those who prefer not to disclose sensitive or confidential information in open court.

Immigration Focus Week: Immigration Offences and Penalties
Immigration Focus Week: Immigration Offences and Penalties 1200 800 Adam Hugill

Hong Kong’s immigration laws are strictly enforced by way of fines and, more usually, imprisonment.

Immigration Focus Week: Visitors, Entry Permits and Conditions of Stay
Immigration Focus Week: Visitors, Entry Permits and Conditions of Stay 1300 867 Adam Hugill

Unless a person has the right of abode or right to land in Hong Kong, he/she requires a visa/entry permit to work, study, establish or join in any business, take up residence or to stay in the Hong Kong SAR as a visitor longer than the allowed visa-free period.

Immigration Focus Week: Role of the Hong Kong Director of Immigration
Immigration Focus Week: Role of the Hong Kong Director of Immigration 1800 1200 Adam Hugill

Hong Kong continues to implement dynamic immigration policies that play a crucial role in enhancing its attractiveness to foreign professionals and investors

Leung v. Secretary for the Civil Service: The Court of Final Appeal Upholds Minority Rights (Again!)
Leung v. Secretary for the Civil Service: The Court of Final Appeal Upholds Minority Rights (Again!) 1200 675 Adam Hugill

Leung and QT and a handful of past cases show that on the issue of same-sex and minority rights, where the legislature fears to tread, Hong Kong Courts are fully prepared to uphold the core human rights of freedom from discrimination.

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Arbitration Week: Enforcement of Arbitration Awards
Arbitration Week: Enforcement of Arbitration Awards 600 401 Hugill & Ip

Once an award has been issued by the tribunal, it must then be applied in order to be enforced in Hong Kong or internationally in a foreign jurisdiction.

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