Lisa Wong > Charles Russell Speechlys LLP > Hong Kong, Hong Kong > Lawyer Profile
Charles Russell Speechlys LLP Offices
Suite 3418, Level 34
Two Pacific Place, 88 Queensway
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
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Lisa Wong
Position
Partner
Career
Lisa focuses on all aspects of matrimonial law, including divorce and separation, child care and custody matters, financial applications, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, injunctions, relocation and removal applications, wardship, applications in relation to child abduction under the Hague Convention. She also advises on matters in relation to surrogacy, parental orders and jurisdictional disputes, as well as same-sex relationship disputes.
Languages
Lisa is fluent in English and Cantonese, conversational in Putonghua.
Memberships
Lisa currently serves as Treasurer of the Hong Kong Collaborative Practice Group and Chairperson of the Hong Kong Family Law Association. As well, Lisa is a member of the Family Law Committee of the Law Society of Hong Kong. She is a fellow member of the International Academy of Family Lawyers.
Lawyer Rankings
Hong Kong > Private Client and Family
(Leading individuals)The ‘extremely hardworking and conscientious’ private client and family team at Charles Russell Speechlys LLP has rapidly built a reputation as a go-to for individuals and families seeking advice on a variety of matters, ranging from succession planning and wills, to complex trust structures and divorce. Ian Devereux leads the sizeable practice and regularly acts for ultra-high net worth individuals and international families. Lisa Wong has been described as ‘exceptionally knowledgable and supportive’, and she has significant experience in cases with an element of matrimonial law and related matters. The multi-jurisdictional capabilities of the firm are epitomised by Jeffrey Lee‘s practice, who offers significant tax planning expertise to international clients, especially regarding UK tax and investment issues. Other important members of the team include triple-qualified in New Zealand, England and Wales, and Hong Kong Silvia On, who advises on all aspects of succession planning, including acting as the protector or executor. Praised for her ‘sensible and constructive approach to resolving family disputes’, Vanessa Duff joined the team from Withers in June 2023, bringing extensive experience in cross-border financial disputes and nuptial agreements.