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12/03/2026
Our Managing Partner Mr. Stanley Chan, Registered Foreign Lawyer Ms. Eulalia Souza and Associate, Ms. Joycie Wu attended The Law Society’s Spring Cocktail Reception on 2 March 2026 to celebrate the Year of the Horse. Over 400 VIPs, distinguished guests, and members attended the event, including the Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal, the Hon Andrew Cheung Kui-nung, GBM; Secretary for Justice, the Hon Paul Lam Ting-kwok, GBS, SC, JP; Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr. the Hon Cheung Kwok-kwan, SBS, JP; Director-General of the Department of Law of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, Mr. Liu Chunhua; Director-General of the Department of Treaty and Law of the Commissioner’s Office of China’s Foreign Ministry in the HKSAR, Ms. Zhou Qian; and Chairman of China Legal Service (Hong Kong) Limited, Ms. Liu Changchun. Also in attendance were Members of the Legislative Council, senior government officials, representatives of disciplined services, public bodies, professional organisations, the legal and business sectors, as well as Consuls General from a wide spectrum of jurisdictions.
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04/03/2026
The firm extends its warmest congratulations to our Partner, Olivia Kung on completing her term as Chair of the Publications Committee of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA).During her tenure, Olivia led the transformation of the IPBA Journal into a publication that not only explores thought leadership in law but also reflects the cultural diversity of the legal profession across the Asia-Pacific and beyond. We are also proud to celebrate Olivia’s appointment as Vice-President of the IPBA — an inspiring milestone in her 13-year journey with the association, which began through the Law Society of Hong Kong’s sponsorship program.
The firm further congratulates the IPBA and President Priti Suri on a successful Annual Conference in New Delhi, and joins Olivia in looking forward to welcoming international delegates to Hong Kong in 2028, when the city will host the IPBA Annual Conference.
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25/02/2026
To further strengthen collaboration on Mainland enterprises listing in Hong Kong, on 23 January 2026, our firm’s partners Mr. Stanley Chan, Ms. Artemis Szeto, and KSK’s greater bay lawyer Ms. Joyce Tung, attended a seminar themed “Hong Kong Listing Regime—Opportunities and Challenges.”
The seminar provided an overview analysis of the core frameworks of the Listing Rules and the Securities and Futures Ordinance, covering key areas such as the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited’s 2025 review, streamlining of the new listing application approval process, the strategy of listing on A-shares first followed by H-shares, and an overview of the Hong Kong listing regime together with case studies. The aim was to deepen the industry’s understanding of the Hong Kong listing regime and its requirements.
During the event, Ms. Artemis Szeto and Ms. Joyce Tung as the speakers present the relevant topics from a professional perspective and drawing on extensive practical experience.
Following the presentation, Mr. Stanley Chan and Mr. Shi Xiangyang delivered closing remarks. They highlighted the importance of deepened collaboration, mutual development, and long-term synergy between the teams.
Through this in-depth exchange of professional insights and practical experiences, the event further strengthened the foundation of cross-border collaboration between our firm and Guangdong Kingbridge Law Firm. Moving forward, both firms will continue to leverage their respective expertise to deliver more efficient, seamless, and high-quality cross-border legal services, jointly fostering a new chapter of integrated development.
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02/02/2026
On 8 January 2026, our Associate, Ms. Joycie Wu, was invited to deliver a seminar on Hong Kong’s child protection legislations at Sham Shui Po Government Primary School.
During the seminar, Ms. Wu introduced key legislations for child protection in Hong Kong, provided the definition and examples of child abuse, discussed the role of teachers and the responsibilities of schools in child protection, reviewed the core professional values outlined in the Guidelines on Teachers’ Professional Conduct, and discussed the civil and criminal liabilities of teachers with case studies. Furthermore, Ms. Wu also explained the Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance (Cap. 650), which has recently come into operation on 20 January 2026.
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22/12/2025
What you should know before attending an SFC interview (Part 1) Many people are worried…
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15/12/2025
On 3 December 2025, Winnie Tam SC, Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) Jurisdiction Council Member for Hong Kong, and our Partner Olivia Kung, Officer and Chair of the IPBA Publications Committee, hosted a welcome cocktail reception at Des Voeux Chambers to honour the visit of IPBA President-Elect Priti Suri to Hong Kong. The event drew over 65 attendees, including IPBA members and distinguished guests, creating a lively atmosphere of professional networking.
Later that evening, Olivia hosted an intimate dinner for Priti, featuring authentic Chinese cuisine — an essential Hong Kong experience.
Olivia will represent our firm to attend the upcoming IPBA annual conference in February 2026 in New Delhi, India.
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04/12/2025
To further strengthen collaboration in securities, futures, and listed company compliance matters, on 1 December 2025, our firm’s partners Mr. Stanley Chan, Ms. Artemis Szeto, and consultant Mr. Johnny Chan attended a seminar themed “Supervisory Authority and Enforcement Mechanisms of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”)”.
The seminar provided an overview analysis of the core framework of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (“SFO”), covering key topics including the licensing and registration regime, disciplinary proceedings, market misconduct, and disclosure obligations. The event aimed to deepen industry understanding of Hong Kong’s financial regulatory landscape and
compliance requirements.
Our consultant Mr. Johnny Chan, as the speaker, presents a comprehensive discussion on ten key areas:
1. Overview of Hong Kong’s Financial Regulatory Framework – Role and Position of the SFC
2. Regulatory Structure – Major Components of the Securities and Futures Ordinance
3. Licensing and Registration Regime
4. Supervisory and Intervention Powers of the SFC
5. Disciplinary Proceedings Mechanism
6. Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal
7. Market Misconduct and the Market Misconduct Tribunal
8. Criminal Offences under the SFO
9. Disclosure of Interests Regime
10. Insider Information Disclosure Obligations
Following the presentation, Mr. Stanley Chan, Mr. Liao Xin, and Mr. Luo Jianxin delivered closing remarks. They highlighted the importance of deepened collaboration, mutual development, and long-term synergy between the teams.
The seminar concluded with an open discussion session, where participants exchanged views on compliance trends and potential areas of cross-border cooperation between Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Through this in-depth exchange of professional insights and practical experiences, the event further strengthened the foundation of cross-border collaboration between our firm and Guangdong Kingbridge Law Firm. Moving forward, both firms will continue to leverage their respective expertise to deliver more efficient, seamless, and high-quality cross-border legal services, jointly fostering a new chapter of integrated development.
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04/12/2025
On 17 November 2025, our Associate, Ms. Joycie Wu, was invited to speak at a seminar on water seepage litigation, jointly organised by Hong Kong Institution of Building & Services Engineers (HKIBSE) and Hong Kong Engineering Association Alliance (HKEAA). The seminar was held at the Hong Kong Mediation Centre and brought together legal experts, engineers, and senior mediators to share insights, case studies, and the recent developments in law, seepage investigation and mediation techniques related to water seepage issues.
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12/03/2026Our Managing Partner Mr. Stanley Chan, Registered Foreign Lawyer Ms. Eulalia Souza and Associate, Ms. Joycie Wu attended The Law Society’s Spring Cocktail Reception on 2 March 2026 to celebrate the Year of the Horse.Over 400 VIPs, distinguished guests, and members attended the event, including the Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal, the Hon Andrew Cheung Kui-nung, GBM; Secretary for Justice, the Hon Paul Lam Ting-kwok, GBS, SC, JP; Deputy Secretary for Justice, Dr. the Hon Cheung Kwok-kwan, SBS, JP; Director-General of the Department of Law of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the HKSAR, Mr. Liu Chunhua; Director-General of the Department of Treaty and Law of the Commissioner’s Office of China’s Foreign Ministry in the HKSAR, Ms. Zhou Qian; and Chairman of China Legal Service (Hong Kong) Limited, Ms. Liu Changchun.Also in attendance were Members of the Legislative Council, senior government officials, representatives of disciplined services, public bodies, professional organisations, the legal and business sectors, as well as Consuls General from a wide spectrum of jurisdictions.
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04/03/2026
The firm extends its warmest congratulations to our Partner, Olivia Kung on completing her term as Chair of the Publications Committee of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA).During her tenure, Olivia led the transformation of the IPBA Journal into a publication that not only explores thought leadership in law but also reflects the cultural diversity of the legal profession across the Asia-Pacific and beyond. We are also proud to celebrate Olivia’s appointment as Vice-President of the IPBA — an inspiring milestone in her 13-year journey with the association, which began through the Law Society of Hong Kong’s sponsorship program.
The firm further congratulates the IPBA and President Priti Suri on a successful Annual Conference in New Delhi, and joins Olivia in looking forward to welcoming international delegates to Hong Kong in 2028, when the city will host the IPBA Annual Conference.
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25/02/2026
To further strengthen collaboration on Mainland enterprises listing in Hong Kong, on 23 January 2026, our firm’s partners Mr. Stanley Chan, Ms. Artemis Szeto, and KSK’s greater bay lawyer Ms. Joyce Tung, attended a seminar themed “Hong Kong Listing Regime—Opportunities and Challenges.”
The seminar provided an overview analysis of the core frameworks of the Listing Rules and the Securities and Futures Ordinance, covering key areas such as the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited’s 2025 review, streamlining of the new listing application approval process, the strategy of listing on A-shares first followed by H-shares, and an overview of the Hong Kong listing regime together with case studies. The aim was to deepen the industry’s understanding of the Hong Kong listing regime and its requirements.
During the event, Ms. Artemis Szeto and Ms. Joyce Tung as the speakers present the relevant topics from a professional perspective and drawing on extensive practical experience.
Following the presentation, Mr. Stanley Chan and Mr. Shi Xiangyang delivered closing remarks. They highlighted the importance of deepened collaboration, mutual development, and long-term synergy between the teams.
Through this in-depth exchange of professional insights and practical experiences, the event further strengthened the foundation of cross-border collaboration between our firm and Guangdong Kingbridge Law Firm. Moving forward, both firms will continue to leverage their respective expertise to deliver more efficient, seamless, and high-quality cross-border legal services, jointly fostering a new chapter of integrated development.
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02/02/2026
On 8 January 2026, our Associate, Ms. Joycie Wu, was invited to deliver a seminar on Hong Kong’s child protection legislations at Sham Shui Po Government Primary School.
During the seminar, Ms. Wu introduced key legislations for child protection in Hong Kong, provided the definition and examples of child abuse, discussed the role of teachers and the responsibilities of schools in child protection, reviewed the core professional values outlined in the Guidelines on Teachers’ Professional Conduct, and discussed the civil and criminal liabilities of teachers with case studies. Furthermore, Ms. Wu also explained the Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance (Cap. 650), which has recently come into operation on 20 January 2026.
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22/12/2025
What you should know before attending an SFC interview (Part 1) Many people are worried…
-
15/12/2025
On 3 December 2025, Winnie Tam SC, Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) Jurisdiction Council Member for Hong Kong, and our Partner Olivia Kung, Officer and Chair of the IPBA Publications Committee, hosted a welcome cocktail reception at Des Voeux Chambers to honour the visit of IPBA President-Elect Priti Suri to Hong Kong. The event drew over 65 attendees, including IPBA members and distinguished guests, creating a lively atmosphere of professional networking.
Later that evening, Olivia hosted an intimate dinner for Priti, featuring authentic Chinese cuisine — an essential Hong Kong experience.
Olivia will represent our firm to attend the upcoming IPBA annual conference in February 2026 in New Delhi, India.
-
04/12/2025
To further strengthen collaboration in securities, futures, and listed company compliance matters, on 1 December 2025, our firm’s partners Mr. Stanley Chan, Ms. Artemis Szeto, and consultant Mr. Johnny Chan attended a seminar themed “Supervisory Authority and Enforcement Mechanisms of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”)”.
The seminar provided an overview analysis of the core framework of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (“SFO”), covering key topics including the licensing and registration regime, disciplinary proceedings, market misconduct, and disclosure obligations. The event aimed to deepen industry understanding of Hong Kong’s financial regulatory landscape and
compliance requirements.Our consultant Mr. Johnny Chan, as the speaker, presents a comprehensive discussion on ten key areas:
1. Overview of Hong Kong’s Financial Regulatory Framework – Role and Position of the SFC
2. Regulatory Structure – Major Components of the Securities and Futures Ordinance
3. Licensing and Registration Regime
4. Supervisory and Intervention Powers of the SFC
5. Disciplinary Proceedings Mechanism
6. Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal
7. Market Misconduct and the Market Misconduct Tribunal
8. Criminal Offences under the SFO
9. Disclosure of Interests Regime
10. Insider Information Disclosure ObligationsFollowing the presentation, Mr. Stanley Chan, Mr. Liao Xin, and Mr. Luo Jianxin delivered closing remarks. They highlighted the importance of deepened collaboration, mutual development, and long-term synergy between the teams.
The seminar concluded with an open discussion session, where participants exchanged views on compliance trends and potential areas of cross-border cooperation between Hong Kong and Mainland China.
Through this in-depth exchange of professional insights and practical experiences, the event further strengthened the foundation of cross-border collaboration between our firm and Guangdong Kingbridge Law Firm. Moving forward, both firms will continue to leverage their respective expertise to deliver more efficient, seamless, and high-quality cross-border legal services, jointly fostering a new chapter of integrated development.
-
04/12/2025
On 17 November 2025, our Associate, Ms. Joycie Wu, was invited to speak at a seminar on water seepage litigation, jointly organised by Hong Kong Institution of Building & Services Engineers (HKIBSE) and Hong Kong Engineering Association Alliance (HKEAA). The seminar was held at the Hong Kong Mediation Centre and brought together legal experts, engineers, and senior mediators to share insights, case studies, and the recent developments in law, seepage investigation and mediation techniques related to water seepage issues.
