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Hugill & Ip

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Hugill & Ip advises a broad client base ranging from multinationals and global corporations to local enterprises, start-ups, and entrepreneurs, and is recognised for handling complex regulatory and transactional matters in Hong Kong and across the Asia-Pacific region. The team is particularly active in public and private M&A, corporate restructurings, and cross-border transactions. Co-chair Christopher Hooley combines transactional expertise with deep knowledge of corporate governance, shareholders’ agreements, and commercial contracts, while fellow co-chair Jade Tang brings strong insight into the Hong Kong regulatory landscape.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘I can’t recommend Hugill & Ip highly enough! Their tailored services have been a game-changer for our small to medium-sized business, especially as we navigate various legal compliance challenges. They’ve provided crucial insights into structuring our stakeholder relationships and managing disputes, which has made a significant difference for us.'
  • 'What really stands out about Hugill & Ip is their meticulous attention to detail.' 

  • ‘We’ve had the pleasure of working closely with Angus MacLean, whose exceptional service and responsiveness have been invaluable. His detailed analysis and commitment to protecting our company’s interests truly stand out.' 

  • 'Jade Tang has managed our commercial disputes and contract reviews with a straightforward, no-nonsense approach, while Christopher Hooley has provided strategic insights and corporate structure planning.' 

  • ‘The team is very knowledgeable and supportive and makes what can be difficult processes very smooth and easy to understand. ’

  • ‘They are excellent communicators and very easy to work with, very down-to-earth team who are experts in their field and give a very professional service ’

Key clients

  • Commtech Limited
  • Almatech Mineral International Limited
  • Zabin Industries
  • GOGOPROP Finance
  • Hon Kwok Land Investment Company
  • Central Venue Management Ltd
  • RATP Dev China Limited
  • CSP Solutions Limited
  • Finnovasia Limited
  • YCP Holdings
  • Formidium Corp

Work highlights

Advised Commtech Limited on a management buy-out.
Advised Zabin Industries on its acquisition by Trimco Group.
Advised Almatech Mineral International Limited on share capital reduction advice and implementation.

Practice head

Christopher Hooley; Jade Tang

Other key lawyers

Harry Tang; Angus Maclean