This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of family laws and regulations applicable in Hong Kong
Future spouses need to recognise that open communication and proactive planning are vital for a successful and harmonious marriage
The case of Standish v Standish [2024] EWCA Civ 567 outcome will have far-reaching consequences for the treatment of non-matrimonial property, including for couples with pre-marital assets who married before prenuptial agreements became fashionable
As founders of firms seek financial backing, their investors often look more favourably on entrepreneurs who have prenups and other structures to shield assets if a relationship fails
Discussing the role of barristers and solicitors in contentious proceedings – in particular within the Hong Kong Family Court setting
Parents looking to provide financial assistance to help their children buy their first home get some insights on what legal arrangement is best for your family.
Alfred Ip & Raphael Wong of our Family law team on prenuptial and postnuptial agreements – enforceability, assets disclosure, renegotiation, real-life examples.
This Q&A examines the essential points that couples should consider before a prenup is put in place
Simon Bruce and Alfred Ip’s article highlights the complexity of international family law, and the flexibility and nimbleness required of lawyers practicing in the area.
In divorce proceedings everything owned or controlled by the parties is to be considered as part of the matrimonial pool. However, there is a difference regarding the assets which have been inherited.