Chambers Review
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Family/Matrimonial (International Firms) - China
What the Team is Known For
Charles Russell Speechlys has a growing family team that advises on matrimonial disputes. The law firm exhibits a robust practice acting in divorce and children proceedings that involve abduction and relocation issues. It has noteworthy expertise in cross-border and private client mandates, drawing on the wider firm's network and offering in private wealth. Additionally, it ably assists with surrogacy-related matters.
Strengths
The team has strong knowledge of the laws and competence in not just Hong Kong, but other countries as well. It offers strong leadership and very quick response times.
The team is proactive in handling all matters and has great networks. Everything has been handled with care and attention. I have felt informed and guided at every step.
Notable practitioners
Lisa Wong manages a wide-ranging family law practice that spans divorce, separation and children mandates. She is also entrusted to advise on matters relating to surrogacy and same-sex relationships. She handles non-contentious matters and is also an accredited mediator.
She is a perfect combination of expert legal knowledge, hard-earned experience and unwavering integrity. She delivers poignant advice with comforting professionalism and abundant sensitivity.
Lisa is great to work with. She's very knowledgeable and sensible.
Vanessa Duff is an increasingly popular choice for a wide range of family and matrimonial law matters, including divorces, disputes over financial maintenance, contested same-sex marriage cases and relocation proceedings.
Vanessa has provided outstanding service. She has provided invaluable guidance and support during an incredibly challenging time, and handled all activities in a professional and caring manner.
Vanessa is a star in her role, not only professionally but also on a human level. She is quick to seize the heart of the situation and doesn't lack resourcefulness for finding multiple solutions.