RPC is a market leader in professional negligence, particularly in defending the Big Four accounting firms and other major audit networks. The firm is equally active in high-value commercial disputes, representing leading corporates and financial institutions in complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. Practice head Charles Allen, a seasoned solicitor advocate with over three decades of experience, is noted for his broad disputes expertise. Samuel Hung is a go-to adviser for accountancy firms and insolvency practitioners in negligence-related litigation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Extensive experience in various litigation matters - Strong track record of successful outcomes - Skilled in alternative dispute resolution methods - Thorough understanding of procedural and substantive law.' 

  • ‘RPC has been working with several key players in the industry to defend. As such, its insight is helpful in planning out defence strategy.’

  • ‘Antony Sassi has rich knowledge and is able to provide precise and concise advice. Ivan Chang is hardworking and accommodating to clients' requests.’

  • ‘The RPC team are hardworking and professional.’

  • ‘RPC's dispute resolution team stands out for its client-focused approach, technical excellence, and commitment to innovation and diversity. The team’s ability to blend international standards with local expertise, combined with its collaborative culture and forward-thinking initiatives, makes it a trusted advisor for corporate legal departments.' 

  • ‘Ivan Chang is a top-notch lawyer, especially well-known in disputes involving financial institutions and data privacy.' 

Key clients

  • PwC
  • FTI Consulting
  • TrueCoin
  • Noble Prestige

Work highlights

Defended one of the Big Four accounting firms in a landmark Hong Kong Court of Appeal decision on cross-border document transfer.
Advised the bankruptcy trustees of Baccarat’s owner on multi-jurisdictional insolvency, asset recovery, and contested proceedings across Hong Kong, the UK, France, and China.
Defending a top tier auditing firm in a complex 11-year Hong Kong audit negligence case.

Practice head

Charles Allen

Other key lawyers

Samuel Hung; Sumarsono Darsono; Jonathan Crompton; Ivan Chang; Yi-Shun Teoh; Peter Kwon; Antony Sassi