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Charles Russell Speechlys

Private Wealth Law (International Firms)

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : China

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Charles Russell Speechlys

Rankings

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Private Wealth Law (International Firms) - China

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Charles Russell Speechlys is an internationally recognisable firm that advises high net worth clients in Hong Kong on contentious and non-contentious private wealth matters. The firm has considerable strength in providing UK and US-specific tax advice and assists in trust structuring and governance issues spanning multiple jurisdictions.

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Strengths

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys has an international network, but you still deal with partners who understand the local markets, cultural differences and the specific needs of high net worth families.

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys have extensive knowledge of private wealth matters not only in this region but also jurisdictions such as UK and US.

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys offer a personal, prompt service and clear succinct advice.

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  • Charles Russell Speechlys has a lot of very good lawyers. The firm has big name partners as well as a strong wider team.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jeffrey Lee
    Jeffrey Lee

    Jeffrey Lee

    Jeffrey Lee is highly experienced in trust, tax and estate planning. Lee is a specialist in UK tax matters, and advises wealthy clients on tax implications when establishing trusts and moving assets.

    • Jeffrey Lee is thorough, knowledgeable and supportive with an innate understanding of what is required.

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    • Jeffrey Lee is incredibly committed to delivering great client service and has a strong team behind him to deliver on technical matters.

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    • Jeffrey Lee is intellectual and very thorough. He works very hard and takes a real interest in his client's affairs and how to actually meet their needs.

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  • Kevin Lee
    Kevin Lee

    Kevin Lee

    Kevin Lee has extensive knowledge in cross-border taxation matters, trust and estate planning and businesses succession planning. Lee is a prominent industry figure and is revered for his ability to handle complex Hong Kong and Canadian legal and tax issues.

    • Kevin Lee is the best of the best.

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    • Kevin Lee is particularly good on the structure and operation of trusts.

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    • Kevin Lee is very practical and is willing to discuss things through with us.

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  • Silvia On
    Silvia On

    Silvia On

    Silvia On works with ultra high net worth clients on trust and estate planning as well as on establishing intricate charitable structures.

    • Silvia On is an excellent lawyer.

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    • Silvia On is an experienced lawyer and excellent at communication.

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  • Wei Kang
    Wei Kang

    Wei Kang

    Wei Kang is a trusts and tax expert, frequently advising high net worth clients on their wealth and succession needs, particularly on those relating to Canadian tax requirements.

    • Wei Kang is very responsive. She gives me comfortable solutions which balance client needs and legal rules.

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    • Wei Kang has extensive experience in cross-border private wealth planning, wills, estates and trusts. She is also a qualified Canadian tax lawyer. She understands the Asia Pacific market very well and has the language skills to service our clients.

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    • Wei Kang does not just follow instructions but considers the whole task and objective of the client.

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