Family/Matrimonial (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 2
Email address
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+852 3711 1600About
Provided by Withers LLP
Withers has one of the largest family team in Hong Kong with ten dedicated lawyers and the only team with an international platform to serve clients' interests. We have experience in all types of issues involving children - whether disputes over paternity, living arrangements, access (by parents or grandparents), schooling, maintenance, relocation and parental alienation.
Being one of the few international firms offering family and matrimonial legal services in Asia, our client base is wide including Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, amongst others. We bring particular insight where there are international and cross-border issues or where there are inter-related complicated financial arrangements. By working together with leading teams in Singapore, London and US, we are able to provide holistic advice to our clients in achieving the best outcome. We also benefit from being able to bring in our trust lawyers who work to safeguard the financial interests of individuals and their children during separation and divorce.
Our team also include specialist accredited Hong Kong lawyers, trained collaborative lawyers (Samantha Gershon, Billy Ko and Anisha Ramanathan) and legal specialists in English family law.
Chambers Review
Withers houses a Hong Kong-based family law department advising on the full spectrum of matrimonial work, including prenuptial agreements, complex divorces and child custody issues. The firm has a track record in private client work for high net worth individuals, drawing on the wider firm's strength in private client and trusts matters. The team is equipped to advise on complex case involving third-party interests. It frequently acts on cross-border matters across jurisdictions including Canada, the BVI, the USA and Australia, thanks to the firm's global footprint. Withers' client roster includes local personalities and expatriates living in Hong Kong.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Withers provide good advice throughout the course."
"They have been very dedicated, super thorough and very supportive."
"Withers provide good advice throughout the course."
"They have been very dedicated, super thorough and very supportive."
Notable Practitioners
Jocelyn Tsao is recognised for her skilful handling of cross-border family matters. She possesses experience handling divorce proceedings and child-related cases, often providing advice on mandates involving trust issues.
"Jocelyn is an excellent matrimonial lawyer. She is passionate about her cause and always strives to deliver the best outcome for her clients."
"Jocelyn is very knowledgeable about the field."
"She is very efficient, very settlement-focused, but is also not scared to fight for her clients."
"Jocelyn has a lot of experience in the area, and she will pursue points that are worthy of pursuing."
Samantha Gershon has a wide-ranging practice encompassing complex children cases and multifaceted financial disputes. She draws on deep experience in handling litigation proceedings and is also able to advise on alternative dispute resolution procedures.
"Samantha is very thorough, and has got a broad base of knowledge, which is useful."
"Samantha is very sensible and very careful. She is able to work with all kinds of clients."
Billy Ko makes his ranking debut this year after garnering recognition in the market. He comes recommended for his representation in divorce and children-related proceedings.
"He was extremely responsive, brought the directions to the table and gave valuable input."
"He is exceptionally hard-working and is building up a strong network of clients."
Ranked Lawyers at
Withers LLP
China
Members
Provided by Withers LLP
Anisha Ramanathan
Billy Ko
Fiona Wong
Janice Chang
Philippa Hewitt