What Is Custody? (Video)

Cohabitation is on the rise in Hong Kong, as more couples choose to live together before, or instead of, getting married. Yet despite these changing social norms, the law in Hong Kong continues to draw sharp distinctions...

Hong Kong's Advance Decision on Life-sustaining Treatment Ordinance has officially commenced, establishing a statutory framework for advance medical directives and do-not-attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation orders. This comprehensive guide examines the implementation details, practical storage arrangements through the eHealth system, and critical requirements for both patients and healthcare providers navigating this new legal landscape.

The deceased's estate can be administered by the Executor named in the Will of the deceased or an Administrator appointed by the Court.

The Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance (Cap. 650) marks a major development in Hong Kong's child‑protection landscape.

Alexandra Knipe interviews Sherlynn Chan, Partner at Deacons in Hong Kong, exploring how Hong Kong's Mental Health Ordinance approaches mental capacity issues through committee appointments and guardianship regimes. They examine key differences between Hong Kong and England & Wales systems, from medical assessments and supervision requirements to the scope of powers granted to those managing vulnerable clients' affairs.

As affluent families in Asia navigate 'The Great Wealth Transfer' between generations, a critical question emerges: how can parents protect family wealth from being divided in their children's potential divorces? This article examines the legal vulnerabilities of gifts, inheritances, and ongoing financial support in Hong Kong divorce proceedings, exploring whether traditional generosity might inadvertently benefit future ex-spouses outside the family.

Many divorce settlements involve one time payments or ongoing financial commitments, such as monthly maintenance, school fees, or staged lump-sum payments. These arrangements often work well at the outset...

Relocation disputes are among the most challenging issues families face following separation or divorce. The Hong Kong chapter of the Chambers Child Relocation 2025 Global Practice Guide...

Hong Kong has one of the highest percentage of expatriate populations in the world.

Surely, no-one can dispute that as a matter of fairness, what's mine should be mine and what's ours should be shared. But how does this principle play out in practice?