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Moot showcases emerging legal talent

Hong Kong, 22 October 2020: Colin Cohen is impressed with the next generation of young lawyers across the region after acting as a judge in the 15th LAWASIA International Moot Competition. “The legal scholars taking part were generally outstanding, displaying extensive knowledge of the law and strong advocacy skills. The competition was further proof that the […]

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Our united fight comes at individual cost

Hong Kong, 21 October 2020: We have all willingly made sacrifices in Hong Kong’s largely successful fight against Covid-19 but, as strict social distancing rules stay in place despite the low number of new cases, it is worth remembering the need to balance public health interests with individual rights. Simply put, once you surrender certain freedoms, […]

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Home comforts amid global chaos

Hong Kong, 14 October 2020: As we head deep into the fourth quarter of a year blighted by Covid-19 – a pandemic which, for Hong Kong residents, has followed hard on the heels of months of civil unrest – it can be difficult to focus on the positives. We are all suffering coronavirus fatigue and yearning […]

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Difficult to call time on this pandemic

Difficult to call time on this pandemic Hong Kong, 7 October 2020: Having only just been allowed to reopen, Hong Kong’s beleaguered pubs and bars are fearful of the government calling last orders again after becoming the focus of concerns about further spreading of the coronavirus. Two cases linked to a bar in Tsim Sha […]

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Hong Kong and Macao bridge legal gap

Hong Kong and Macao bridge legal gap With business ties between Hong Kong and Macao now on an even firmer footing, a recent agreement to simplify the service of legal documents between the two jurisdictions is welcome news, write Boase Cohen & Collins Associate Wendy Kwan and Paralegal Joyce Leung. Hong Kong, 6 October, 2020: […]

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Over the moon about a welcome break

Over the moon about a welcome break Hong Kong, 30 September 2020: Hong Kong is in holiday mood today as we prepare for a four-day long weekend. Firstly, I wish everyone a happy Mid-Autumn Festival. Falling tomorrow on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month, Mid-Autumn Festival is when families gather to sample autumn […]

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Criticism of judges is infectious and irritating

Criticism of judges is infectious and irritating Hong Kong, 23 September 2020: As we continue to fight a major public health battle, there are individuals in Hong Kong who require isolating, though in a conceptual rather than a physical sense. Forget Covid-19 for a moment, I’m talking about people from across the political spectrum who […]

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Covid-19 protection is a right for all

Covid-19 protection is a right for all Domestic helpers have suffered more than most during Hong Kong’s prolonged battle with the coronavirus. Boase Cohen & Collins co-founder Melville Boase outlines some of the difficulties they are facing. Hong Kong, 21 September 2020: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres did not mince his words when assessing how […]

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Give our youth a sporting chance, please

Give our youth a sporting chance, please Hong Kong, 16 September 2020: Hong Kong’s frustrated sports enthusiasts have some reason to be happy this week, but don’t expect any wild celebrations. In announcing a further opening up of leisure facilities as the latest coronavirus outbreak dwindles, our government is at last recognising the important role […]

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Ally Law bolsters South American presence

Ally Law bolsters South American presence Hong Kong, 11 September 2020: Colin Cohen has hailed Ally Law’s further expansion in South America as a key step towards comprehensive global coverage for the legal services organisation. “We are delighted to announce three new member firms in Chile, Colombia and Peru, meaning we are now present in […]

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Ride-hailing law awaits green light

By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 9 September 2025: In a move many will consider long overdue, the Hong Kong government has finally put forward a proposed regulatory framework for legalising ride-hailing services. The Road Traffic (Amendment) (Ride-hailing Service) Bill 2025 has been tabled before the Legislative Council and, once implemented, will bring to an end […]

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Law & More: Episode 56 – Judith Sihombing

Hong Kong, 1 September 2025: In the latest edition of Law & More, we meet notable academic and prolific author Judith Sihombing, who has been mentoring law students in Hong Kong for more than four decades. Judith looks back on her upbringing in rural Australia, early years in the legal profession, time spent teaching in […]

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HK’s arbitration proficiency on display

By Alex Liu and John Zhou Hong Kong, 27 August 2025: Registrations are now open for the 14th edition of Hong Kong Arbitration Week, an event that will provide further impetus to our city’s growing reputation as a world-class seat of arbitration. Boase Cohen & Collins will participate in most of the events. More than […]

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Living with the wait of expectation

London, 13 August 2025: We spend 47 days of our life queuing, apparently. Supermarkets, bus stops, airports, landmarks … you name it, we wait. Two hours for a glimpse of the Mona Lisa? No problem! Four hours before you can tour the Taj Mahal? Bring it on! After all, this is nothing compared to tennis […]

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PolyU powering robotics revolution

Hong Kong, 12 August 2025: The rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics is having a huge impact on the legal profession and here at BC&C we are embracing new technologies as a way of enhancing efficiency and further improving our service to clients. In this regard, we are grateful to fintech professor Brian […]

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