Family/Matrimonial (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 1
About
Provided by Haldanes
Haldanes’ multi-award-winning Matrimonial and Family Law team has earned a reputation throughout the region as one of the foremost legal teams.
Our lawyers’ approach to matrimonial and family law stresses the importance of combining a comprehensive knowledge of this specialist area with a sympathetic understanding of the client’s needs.
Our family and divorce lawyers provide a broad range of advice covering all aspects of matrimonial and family law, including child custody, property division, pre-nuptial agreements, liquidation of assets, reconciliation, separation, divorce, custody, wardship and child abduction.
Their ability to advise clients involved in jurisdictional disputes is particularly important in Hong Kong, with its multi-national community.
Our family and divorce lawyers have also advised clients on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, particularly mediation, to resolve matrimonial disputes.
Based on their years of experience working with clients from all walks of life and in a wide range of circumstances, our lawyers see great value in providing clients with timely advice concerning these practical, cost-effective and less confrontational methods of mediated settlement negotiations.
Our sympathetic team will guide you every step of the way to protect your best interests.
As an extension of this practice, several practitioners have obtained accreditation as mediators with experience in matrimonial matters.
Chambers Review
Haldanes fields a well-respected family law team in Hong Kong with a strong focus on collaborative practice. The team is particularly proficient in complex child cases and also active representing clients in financial agreements and disputes, with expertise in cases that involve elaborate business structures and trusts. The practice is supported by the firm's broader litigation, immigration, tax and trust expertise.
Strengths
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"They always take the time to understand our needs and expectations, offering tailored advice that is suitable for us."
"Their knowledge and experience in this area are truly remarkable, going above and beyond what we could have ever expected."
"I found them to be incredibly warm, friendly and genuinely invested in helping people. Their approach was refreshingly human and empathetic."
"They don't only aim to resolve the immediate issues, but to tackle the possibilities of the upcoming issues and resolve them once for all."
"They always take the time to understand our needs and expectations, offering tailored advice that is suitable for us."
"Their knowledge and experience in this area are truly remarkable, going above and beyond what we could have ever expected."
"I found them to be incredibly warm, friendly and genuinely invested in helping people. Their approach was refreshingly human and empathetic."
"They don't only aim to resolve the immediate issues, but to tackle the possibilities of the upcoming issues and resolve them once for all."
Notable Practitioners
Elsie Liu is widely commended for her skills as a mediator. She is frequently sought out to assist on matrimonial mediation mandates as well as alternative dispute resolution matters. She offers expert advice on the full gamut of family and matrimonial matters, and is singled out for her deft handling of children cases.
"Her experience in the field is clearly evident in her professional and efficient manner of handling all matters. Elsie works with efficiency and speed, ensuring everything is dealt with promptly and comprehensively."
"Elsie made herself available to help guide me through the process. Her biggest strength is her ability to strategise and find solutions."
"She is reliable, kind and knowledgeable. Elsie will do whatever it takes to ensure you are provided with the best advice and support during your case."
"She wastes no time and ensures everything is handled swiftly and thoroughly. Elsie provides me with a wealth of invaluable advice and consistently reminds me to consider different perspectives."
Elaine Sum has a growing reputation in the legal market. She advises on a range of family and matrimonial matters, including divorces and children cases.
Patricia Liu has noteworthy experience in a range of children and financial cases. She regularly assists on various child custody and relocation matters.
"She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced."
"Patricia Liu is excellent and professional."
Ranked Lawyers at
Haldanes
China
Members
Provided by Haldanes
Anita Leung
Head of Department
Geoffrey Booth
Patricia Liu
Willard Li