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Hong Kong, 1 December 2021: “Please, sir, I want some more.” These, of course, are the famous words spoken by the eponymous young orphan in Charles Dickens’ celebrated novel Oliver Twist as he timidly asks the master of the workhouse for a further helping of gruel. As with many of his epic works, the lauded […]
Hong Kong, 29 November 2021: We’re delighted to publish our latest episode of Law & More, the podcast that explores issues in the legal world and beyond. This time, our Senior Partner Colin Cohen speaks with South China Morning Post columnist Cliff Buddle. Having been with the Post for 27 years, Cliff is ideally positioned […]
By Arthur Chan and Jasmine Kwong Hong Kong, 24 November 2021: The Immigration Department appears to be taking a stronger stance over its requirement that foreign domestic helpers should have a clear criminal record in order to obtain a work visa. However, this toughening of attitude gives rise to fresh questions about how future applications […]
By Colin Cohen Hong Kong, 19 November 2021: In a much-anticipated judgment, the Court of Final Appeal has upheld the exclusive right of male indigenous villagers in the New Territories to build their own homes, ruling that the so-called Small House Policy is constitutional in its entirety. The judges have declared this right is protected […]
Hong Kong, 17 November 2021: Do you think Carrie Lam listens to music? Unlikely, given that our famously workaholic Chief Executive insists she never relaxes. A pity, because an hour with Frank Sinatra and his swinging songs certainly puts a spring in your step and makes you think wistfully of happier times and alluring locations. […]
Hong Kong, 11 November 2021: Melville Boase called upon four decades of experience in dealing with migrant worker issues when he gave a lecture to University of Hong Kong students this week about the difficulties faced by domestic helpers in the territory. Mel, co-founder of Boase Cohen & Collins in 1985, detailed the three core […]
By Colin Cohen Hong Kong, 10 November 2021: A landmark Court of Final Appeal judgment has provided welcome clarity on the question of prosecutions for unlawful assembly and rioting, ruling that the doctrine of “joint enterprise” does not apply but stressing that anyone involved – whether directly or indirectly – in such activities could face […]
Hong Kong, 9 November 2021: In the latest episode of our Law & More podcast, we meet Senior Counsel Winnie Tam, who dovetails her successful career as a barrister with outstanding public service, which includes chairing the Communications Authority. Winnie talks about her busy life, love of music and her hopes for the future of […]
By Arthur Chan and Gabriel Brettell Hong Kong, 5 November 2021: The non-consensual photography of intimate parts (colloquially known as up-skirting) and the recording of others engaging in intimate acts when they have a reasonable expectation of privacy (voyeurism) are acts that should be punished in a civilised society. They offend a person’s privacy and […]
Hong Kong, 4 November 2021: Colin Cohen has hailed the quality of emerging legal talent across the continent after acting as a judge in the 16th LAWASIA International Moot Competition. “I’m delighted to confirm the students taking part were, as always, highly competent and extremely well prepared, displaying extensive knowledge of the law and possessing […]
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By Vivian Yu Hong Kong, 12 March 2026: The Court of Appeal has delivered important guidance on how judges should assess loss of earnings when an injured worker already has health problems – and has sharply criticised serious delays in paying employees’ compensation. In Ip Siu Chi v Kwan Wing Hang & Others [2026] HKCA […]
Hong Kong, 11 March 2026: Burger King in the US once tried launching “Satisfries”, cooked in a special batter which meant they had 40% less fat than the ones in rival McDonald’s. Customers would savour this healthier option and swallow the slightly higher price, it was thought. Wrong! The new “saddest fries” – as unhappy […]
Hong Kong, 10 March 2026: Today’s guest is academic, barrister and author Malcolm Merry. A leading authority on land law and keen scholar of Hong Kong’s colourful history, Malcolm reflects on his university years, four decades in the city’s legal sector and the diplomatic wrangle that inspired his most recent book. He speaks with our […]
By Jeffrey Chan Hong Kong, 27 February 2026: Following the recent article by our Managing Partner Alex Liu regarding video surveillance complaints, we can take a closer look the use of CCTV in the workplace and how it intersects with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance, Cap 486 (“PDPO”). As CCTV systems become more advanced and […]
Hong Kong, 24 February 2026: Today’s guest is one of our city’s most high-profile public figures, Regina Ip. In a wide-ranging discussion with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen, Regina reflects on her upbringing and university days, her stellar career in politics and administration, and the challenges facing modern Hong Kong. Having spent almost her entire […]
