Charles Russell Speechlys LLP fields market-leading international private client and family teams. The firm boasts both private wealth planning and family law capabilities and is particularly noted for its expertise across financial disputes, cross-border family issues, nuptial agreements and child matters. Jeffrey Lee specialises in trusts and tax planning matters, catering to international clients, in particular non-UK domiciled persons moving to the UK. He leads the private client practice alongside Silvia On. On handles succession planning issues, including trust structures, family governance issues and will drafting on behalf of ultra-high net worth individuals and families. Ian Devereux is another key contact for ultra-high net worth individuals seeking advice on planning issues. Family co-head Lisa Wong focuses her practice on matrimonial law matters, while fellow co-head Vanessa Duff undertakes financial disputes, pre and postnuptial agreements as well as cases relating to children. Kristie Wong and Ian Yeung are also names to note.
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- ‘Lisa Wong is a top professional and always willing to help.’
‘They are perhaps the leading private equity advisory firm in Hong Kong. They have assembled a talented team of established lawyers recruited from several of the leading matrimonial firms in Hong Kong.’
‘Clients at this level demand the best in terms of advice, aggressive and persistent representation, and engagement of adjunct professionals, including barristers, of the highest quality. CRS meets all these demands. Vanessa Duff and Lisa Wong are pre-eminent in their field.’
‘The team's international contacts and connections are a huge bonus for many of the clients with disputes over international borders.’
‘Quick turnaround with attention to multiple details and looking at the matter from the best interest of the client, very collaborative and understanding of the different views and provides well-structured guidance. The individuals driving are excellent and professional.’
‘CRS has a team of compassionate attorneys with a personalised approach. The firm delivers outstanding results. Their integrity, expertise, and dedication makes them stand apart from other firms.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Kristie Wong
Ian Yeung
Practice head
Jeffrey Lee; Silvia On; Lisa Wong; Vanessa Duff
Other key lawyers
Ian Devereux; Kristie Wong; Ian Yeung