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Law & More: Episode 25 – Johannes Chan

Hong Kong, 2 May 2023: In this episode of Law & More, we speak with Professor Johannes Chan, former Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Hong Kong and, as well, a barrister who has appeared as leading counsel in many major public law cases. He is currently a Visiting Professor of […]

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Holding on to a glowing memory

Hong Kong, 26 April 2023: It remains the finest light show on earth. Whether you are flying over the harbour, standing high up on a hiking trail or perched on a Peak apartment balcony, the night view of Hong Kong is truly breathtaking: this magical city gleaming in all its glory, charged with energy, vibrancy […]

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Parentage ‘legal gap’ is now closed

By Gabriella Chan Hong Kong, 25 April 2023: In our recent blog concerning the legal rights and responsibilities of unmarried parents, we highlighted that a minor may apply to the court for a declaration that a person is, in the eyes of the law, their parent (usually father) and that they are the legitimate child […]

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Residents go, the ice women cometh

Gold Coast, Australia, 12 April 2023: It’s remembered as the “Miracle on Ice”. At the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, the US men’s ice hockey team – a no-hope bunch of amateurs and minor leaguers – stunned the mighty Soviet Union, four-time defending champions, 4-3 in an epic medal round clash. The humble hosts […]

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Illegal structures in firing line

By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 6 April 2023: Homeowners who carry out illegal construction work in the belief they will get away with it are being forewarned that the authorities will soon be taking a tougher stance. A report by the Ombudsman has outlined multiple ways to speed up enforcement action against so-called unauthorised building […]

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Married and unmarried parents, different rules

By Gabriella Chan Hong Kong, 4 April 2023: There is a telling sentence on the Department of Justice’s website relating to the custody and upbringing of children. It states: “The rights and authority of the mother and father of a child are equal except where the child is born out of wedlock, in which case […]

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Stephanie Lai steps into Partner role

Hong Kong, 3 April 2023: Boase Cohen & Collins, proud of its reputation for nurturing legal talent, is pleased to announce that Stephanie Lai has been made a Partner with the firm. Stephanie (main image, left), who has been with BC&C since 2015, focuses primarily on Insurance & Personal Injury work but has experience across […]

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Online talk examines key judgment

Hong Kong, 31 March 2023: A landmark Court of Appeal ruling concerning a personal injury claim, in which Boase Cohen & Collins represented the successful party, was analysed in a well-attended webinar. In their presentation entitled “Solving the Riddle of ‘Accident’”, lead counsel Christina Lee of Denis Chang’s Chambers, supported by Jeffrey Chau and Bernard […]

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Moving heaven and earth for housing

Hong Kong, 29 March 2023: It takes about 10 minutes to walk briskly from our office building in Queen’s Road East to the Wanchai waterfront. You must cross several busy roads, either at traffic lights or via footbridges, before reaching the promenade by the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, where you can admire this […]

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Law & More: Episode 24 – Cynthia Tellez

Hong Kong, 28 March 2023: In the latest episode of Law & More, we meet Cynthia Tellez, General Manager of the Mission For Migrant Workers, which provides valuable support services for Hong Kong’s vast community of foreign domestic workers. Cynthia talks about the Mission’s work and the challenges that come her way in a wide-ranging […]

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Law & More: Episode 61 – Neil Kaplan KC

Hong Kong, 14 January 2026: This time our guest is Neil Kaplan KC, one of the world’s leading authorities on arbitration. Neil reflects on his long and distinguished career, beginning as a barrister in London before relocating to Hong Kong to serve in the pre-handover Attorney General’s Chambers. He discusses the joys of working in […]

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Unlawful finfluencers feel the heat

By Arthur Chan and Jasmine Kwong Hong Kong, 5 January 2026: In a landmark case, a so-called finfluencer has received the first custodial sentence in Hong Kong for providing investment advice without a licence. The hearing highlights the perils of unlawful financial guidance from online sources and the determination of enforcement agencies – both here and overseas – […]

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A warm welcome to Kristian Odebjer

Hong Kong, 2 January 2026: We are delighted to announce that experienced business law practitioner Kristian Odebjer has joined Boase Cohen & Collins as Consultant. With dual admissions as an Advokat in his native Sweden and as a Solicitor in Hong Kong, Kristian straddles the civil-common law divide and will help drive the firm’s cross-border […]

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Surveillance guidelines a welcome move

By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 22 December 2025: Complaints about video surveillance are on the rise as more individuals and companies in Hong Kong install CCTV systems on their premises. The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) has received some 200 complaints this year – with 80% of these relating to disputes […]

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A net loss for some as parents fret

Hong Kong, 17 December 2025: Several years ago, Indian handwash brand Godrej Protekt did a marketing stunt, putting up “Do Not Touch” signs next to a variety of outdoor objects – a just-painted park bench, dust-covered old car etc – and secretly videoing kids’ reactions. Of course, the curious youngsters did exactly what they were […]

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