Led from Hong Kong by Wendy Wong, Simmons & Simmons is well-equipped to handle a wide variety of contentious and non-contentious work for employers involving multi-jurisdictional APAC and broader global issues. Wong, who combines ‘strategic insight with deep legal expertise’, regularly advises on complex terminations involving the “clawback” of deferred compensation and disputes involving allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment. Splitting her time between Hong Kong and Singapore, the vastly experienced Fiona Loughrey has tremendous gravitas throughout APAC, with work spanning discrimination and wrongful dismissal claims, data privacy issues and negotiating employment contracts and separations. The arrival of Jennifer Tam from Johnson Stokes & Master in May 2025 further enhances the team’s capabilities particularly for sensitive workplace investigations and employment litigation.
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- ‘With deep industry know-how and a sharp commercial mindset, Simmons & Simmons' employment team is recognised for its responsive service and straightforward advice. Their guidance is consistently effective and actionable, tailored to context, and designed to help clients make confident decisions.’
‘The team is sharp, pragmatic, and commercially focused.'
'Wendy Wong delivers exceptional client service, she combines strategic insight with deep legal expertise to design solutions that are both actionable and effective. Her approach is rooted in a strong understanding of the industry dynamics, making her a trusted adviser across industries and a driving force in the field of employment law.’
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Practice head
Wendy Wong
Other key lawyers
Jennifer Tam; Fiona Loughrey; Jane Chan