The probate process in Hong Kong can often feel like a daunting maze for those unfamiliar with the legal requirements. The legal jargon can be overwhelming, so can be the different steps and the lengthy process involved in obtaining a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration. Beyond the legal complexities, the emotional weight of dealing with a loved one's estate can be significant. Today our Louise Wu navigates us through the various steps of the probate process in the attached Chinese article: https://lnkd.in/gznacrtX #LegalIssues #Probate #Inheritance #Estate #GrantsOfProbate #LettersOfAdministration #HongKong
About us
ACHIEVING SUCCESSFUL OUTCOMES TOGETHER We are a young independent law firm, but with decades of experience providing bespoke legal advice and exceptional client service to individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses, in Hong Kong and internationally. Our solicitors have achieved outstanding results in the most recent editions of Chambers Asia-Pacific, Legal 500, Who’s Who Legal, Asialaw, Benchmark Litigation, Private Client Global Elite and Doyles. They have also been recognised multiple times by Asian Legal Business and Community Business. Our clients have diverse issues. Some require immediate attention and speedy outcomes. Others require the building of a long-term partnership between solicitor and client. In all situations and for all our clients, we provide clear practical advice to help achieve the best results. We provide high quality legal services with integrity, professionalism and respect for our clients and the community. In pursuit to this mission, we will hold to these values, striving to become one of the most sought-after providers of legal services. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and in the community. We believe in recognising and promoting talent and opportunities for every member of our firm, regardless of gender, race, family status, disability, sexual orientation, identity, age, religion or beliefs. We believe that social responsibility is a necessary ethical stand, in which individuals are accountable for fulfilling their civic duty. The actions of an individual must benefit the whole of society. In this way, there must be a balance between economic growth and the welfare of society and the environment. We look to the future and believe that in taking corporate social and environmental responsibility, we will develop a better working environment for our staff and better services for our clients.
- Website
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https://www.hugillandip.com
External link for Hugill & Ip
- Industry
- Law Practice
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Type
- Partnership
- Founded
- 2018
- Specialties
- Employment, Trust and Estate, Dispute Resolution, Private Client, Corporate, Commercial, Family, Business Immigration, Probate, and Notary Public
Locations
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Primary
89 Queensway
Hong Kong, Hong Kong ., HK
Employees at Hugill & Ip
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Alfred Ip
Private Client Lawyer, Trust and Estate Practitioner, Notary Public, CEDR Accredited Mediator, STEP Member
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Jade Tang
Partner at Hugill & Ip Solicitors
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Adam Scott Hugill
Founding Partner at Hugill & Ip, Solicitors
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Catherine Tso
Senior Associate, Family and Divorce Lawyer at Hugill & Ip
Updates
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We are really proud to have teamed up with Madeleine Booth and succeeded in persuading the Family Court to depart from the equal sharing principle and getting legal costs awarded. Thanks to our client for trusting us in being able to deliver such a favourable outcome! #FamilyLaw #FamilyLawyer #Divorce #LegalIssues #AncillaryRelief
The Cost of Dishonesty: Misconduct Results in Departure from Equal Sharing Madeleine Booth, instructed by Alfred Ip, Ming Chak Raphael Wong and Frances Tsang of Hugill & Ip, appeared for the successful Respondent Wife (“W”) in KKSR v CLH (also known as ZL) [2024] HKFC 141 where the Court departed from equal sharing of the matrimonial pot due to the Petitioner Husband’s (“H”) failure to account for family assets. The parties had a long marriage with one child of the family (“K”). H sought no departure from equal sharing, and that sums dissipated by W should be added back to the matrimonial pool. W argued that there should be a departure from equal sharing, and that there be addbacks to the matrimonial pot based on H’s financial and litigation misconduct. W alleged that H failed to give full and frank disclosure, including failing to account for and properly disclose his sale of multiple matrimonial assets, his use of sale proceeds, his income, and ongoing business operations. The Court reiterated the high threshold in establishing misconduct and found that it was one which W had met: (1) Under cross examination, H was found to have given false evidence on oath, in particular regarding his claim he retired in 2016 and had no income; (2) W had presented a plausible calculation of sums unaccounted for by H, which amounted to around HK$3.9 million; (3) The Court was satisfied H failed deplorably in his duty of full and frank disclosure; (4) H’s conduct left unexplained missing family assets which H failed to proffer any decent explanation for despite being given many chances to do so, and his evidence was “clearly set to leave W in an ambiguous cloud of unanswered questions which but for the effort of her legal team, the court would have little assistance”; (5) It was hard not to construe H’s actions as a deliberate attempt to obfuscate, which should never be condoned by the Court. H’s conduct was of a “gross and obvious nature” and “inequitable to disregard”; (6) H’s financial and litigation misconduct and the depletion of assets could not be remedied by a costs order alone. The Court also accepted W’s case on her needs to support herself and pay for K. The Court did not accept H’s case on addbacks against W. As a result, the Court determined that fairness in this case justified a departure from equal division of the matrimonial pot. W was awarded 55% of the matrimonial pot, while H was awarded 45% . Link to judgment: https://lnkd.in/gP5dMbfQ Link to Madeleine’s profile: https://lnkd.in/gj-dbVV #bernacchichambers #familylaw
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Recently the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data revised its policy providing practical guidelines for better managing data breaches. Today our Adam Scott Hugill answers some key questions on data breaches and on how organisations need to prepare for contingencies by implementing comprehensive data breach response plans, and planning for the steps to be adopted when handling data breach incidents. https://lnkd.in/gnHiw-KY #LegalIssues #DataProtection #DataPrivacy #DataBreaches #PersonalData
Is Your Organisation Ready to Respond to a Data Breach?
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Join us in congratulating our Kelly Merris on qualifying as lawyer in Hong Kong today! Her dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to supporting families in challenging times truly set her apart. Kelly was admitted as a barrister and solicitor in the Supreme Court of Western Australia in 2012, and as a solicitor in England and Wales in 2017. Thanks to our Caroline McNally for moving Kelly today! #FamilyLaw #HongKong #Congratulations #LegalProfession #DreamTeam
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Our Frances Tsang and Christie Lee of Pantheon Chambers discuss the case of FCMP 234/2022 [2024] HKFC 59 in an article recently published on the August issue of the Hong Kong Lawyer – the official journal of The Law Society of Hong Kong. This is the first published judgment setting out the 3-stage approach on Interim Maintenance applications by an infant child of the deceased under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Ordinance, Cap. 481. There is no need to demonstrate an infant child’s reasonable financial needs, or that he was substantially maintained by the deceased prior to his death. This case also sheds light on how a Winnie Lo fee arrangement sits within the Family Court context and confirms that it is available to practitioners and lay clients. The article is also available in Chinese: https://lnkd.in/ghpeFWjn #LegalIssues #CaseAnalysis #Inheritance #Estate #Litigation #FamilyCourt #Maintenance #FinancialNeeds #Welfare #Judgment https://lnkd.in/gknZ4SuG
Hong Kong Lawyer | A Key Judgment on Interim Maintenance For a Child Under the Inheritance (Provision For Family and Dependants) Ordinance
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A difficult but necessary conversation couples ought to have before tying the knot! Today our Kajal Aswani discusses prenuptial agreements and her role as a family lawyer to guide and support couples in understanding the importance of such legal documents. Future spouses need to recognise that open communication and proactive planning are vital for a successful and harmonious marriage. #LegalIssues #FamilyLaw #Prenups https://lnkd.in/gNrsWpnW
Prenuptial Agreements
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We are thrilled to be part of GGI | Global Alliance and to attend the upcoming global conference in Tokyo in November!
Welcome to Hugill & Ip, our new member firm in Hong Kong! Hugill & Ip is a young independent law firm whose partners have decades of international experience. The firm provides bespoke legal advice and exceptional client service to individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses, in Hong Kong and internationally. Check their website at https://lnkd.in/gwYiYjf and connect with Alfred Ip, Adam Scott Hugill, and the whole team. #ggi #ggifamily #newmember
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Last week Hugill & Ip formally joined GGI | Global Alliance. This exciting development allows us to expand our reach and provide our clients with even greater expertise and resources. By joining forces with other top-tier law firms and professional services around the world, we can offer a seamless service across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring that our clients receive the highest level of support in 126 countries no matter where their business takes them. This partnership will undoubtedly enhance our capabilities and enable us to tackle complex cross-border matters with ease. We look forward to the opportunities and collaborations that lie ahead as we embark on this new chapter in our firm's journey. #lawfirm #internationalnetwork #globalreach https://lnkd.in/g-R2qTyU
The Legal 500 | Hugill & Ip Joins GGI Global Alliance as New Hong Kong Member
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Hugill & Ip recently represented the Intervener in W,YC v T,WK and TWF [2024] HKFC 124, and succeeded in claiming 65% of beneficial interest of a property. Our Ming Chak Raphael Wong, Enzo WH Chow and Christie Lee of Pantheon Chambers highlight the details of the case and key takeaways related to matrimonial properties whose ownership include third parties. The article is also available in its Chinese version: https://lnkd.in/g-FGr_HJ #legalissues #caseanalysis #familylaw #assets #property #ownership #divorce https://lnkd.in/gxwBUnxe
Recent Judgment on Third Party Interests in a Family Home
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