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Hugill & Ip

Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Hugill & Ip

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Labour and employment law in Hong Kong and China is rapidly increasing and becoming more complex.

Our Employment practice is constantly developing to keep pace with the law and has gained a respected position with employers, employees and among our peers as being at the forefront of providing practical and straightforward advice in a complex and developing area of law.

Whether we are advising individuals or companies, we provide advice that is results driven. With extensive knowledge and experience of employment law in Hong Kong, we are able to advise on all options but also come off-the-fence and offer advice that achieved a practical solution.

A key function of our Immigration practice is to ensure that all business immigration processes are completed as smoothly and efficiently as possible.

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Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms) - China

Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Hugill & Ip's skilful employment department serves global corporates across the energy, consumer goods and financial services sectors. The law firm boasts expertise in handling employee terminations, workplace discrimination and employee misconduct as well as assisting with relevant sensitive investigations. It is regularly sought after by individuals on issues involving unpaid salaries, breaches of contract and wrongful dismissals.

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Work Highlights

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  • Hugill & Ip represented Quasar Engineering in the District Court in relation to claims filed by a former employee, who resigned and later alleged constructive dismissal, claiming that his termination was discriminatory.

Strengths

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  • The team offers uncomplicated, straightforward advice and is very quick to help when it's urgent.

    Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

  • I appreciate the team's ability to clearly explain complex contractual issues to lay people and offer thoughtful and appropriate advice.

    Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

Notable Practitioners

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  • Adam Hugill
    Adam Hugill

    Adam Hugill

    Adam Hugill is well respected for his work assisting companies and individual employees with employment law advice and dispute resolution across a range of subjects, including immigration, discrimination issues, disciplinary actions and terminations. The lawyer represents clients in matters brought before the Hong Kong Labour Tribunal and the High Court.

    • His calm and pragmatic approach helps clients to recognise their best course of action moving forward, even when it may not have been what they expected.

      Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • He is so great at the negotiation aspect of contentious employment work. I really rate him and he isn't afraid of anything.

      Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
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    Adam Hugill

    Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms)

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