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Deacons‘ practice is praised by clients for being ’uniquely placed in the market to handle complicated, big money family disputes involving mental capacity and vulnerable clients’, often assisting high-net-worth clients. This team is  jointly led by Joseph Kwan, Lilian Chiang, Sherlynn Chan, Taylor Hui. Cecilia Lau is instrumental in the team’s disputes work, often acting in multijurisdictional divorce disputes, while Chan and Hazel Wong are key contacts for vulnerable clients and cases involving mental capacity. Kwan is recommended for his experience in large-scale family disputes, and Tana Chan, whose advice is described as ‘pragmatic and commercial’, is another key team member.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Tana Chan was succinct and crystal clear in explaining what each legal document entailed and their differences. We were assured by her knowledge and confidence. She was guided by Lilian Chiang the senior partner.'

  • 'I would have no hesitation recommending the Deacons team to anyone.’

  • ‘Very efficient and professional.’

  • ‘A which specialises in meeting the legal needs and requirements of ultra high-net worth clients. The team is friendly, sociable, competent and sophisticated.’

  • ‘Tana Chan is commercial in her advice, familiar with practical issues and the interests of other stakeholders. Her advice is pragmatic. This makes her stand out from some of her competitors.’

  • ‘Sherlynn Chan and her team work hard and also communicate well with the client.’

Practice head

Joseph Kwan; Lilian Chiang; Sherlynn Chan; Taylor Hui

Other key lawyers

Tana Chan; Hazel Wong