Hong Kong, 1 August 2022: In the latest episode of Law & More, we focus on the law relating to animal welfare with our guest, Professor Amanda Whitfort. A barrister and university lecturer who has co-authored major reports on animal welfare, Amanda discusses Hong Kong’s outdated laws, issues surrounding cruelty and neglect, and major problems such as smuggling and hoarding. She speaks with our Partner, Alice Cabrelli. If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe on your favourite podcasting app.
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CFA ends long-standing land law principle
By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 27 April 2026: In a significant judgment concerning land law, the Court of Final Appeal has effectively abolished the Milmo principle, which has been applied in Hong Kong for 80 years. The decision marks a rare occasion where our city’s top court departs from a long-established line of English case […]
Focus on anti-money laundering measures
Hong Kong, 24 April 2026: As part of our commitment to the highest professional standards, we were pleased to host an interactive seminar on compliance with Hong Kong’s strict anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) regulations as they apply to the legal sector. We welcomed to our office Patrycja Kosc and Nelson Chan, respectively Head […]
Vaping clampdown enters new phase
By Stephanie Lai and Luzia Liu Hong Kong, 21 April 2026: Health authorities are rolling out stricter tobacco control measures, with possession of alternative smoking products (ASPs) – namely electronic smoking devices, heated tobacco products and herbal cigarettes – being banned in public places from 30 April. Legislation was implemented four years ago which outlawed […]
Taking a chain reaction on the chin
Hong Kong, 15 April 2026: The domino toppling world record stands at 4,491,863 and was achieved in 2009. A team of 90 builders from 14 nations worked for two months setting up the display in the Dutch town of Leeuwarden. When the first piece was pushed over, it triggered a 90-minute chain reaction in which […]
Law & More: Episode 64 – Yang-Wahn Hew & Azan Marwah
Hong Kong, 13 April 2026: In this episode, we examine sports law, a practice area that is evolving rapidly as Hong Kong builds world-class sports facilities and hosts an increasing number of elite international sporting events. Our Senior Partner Colin Cohen is joined by barristers Yang-Wahn Hew and Azan Marwah to discuss the multiple governance, […]