Department profile
Johnson Stokes & Master

Insurance: Contentious (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


Johnson Stokes & Master

Rankings

About

Provided by Johnson Stokes & Master

With a legacy spanning decades, JSM’s insurance practice is at the vanguard of the insurance sector, providing clients with exceptional legal insight and strategic guidance.As a longstanding partner to insurers, reinsurers brokers, and their clients, JSM have earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a range of matters, from complex regulatory challenges and coverage disputes to high-stakes litigation and regulatory investigations.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Insurance: Contentious (International Firms) - China

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Johnson Stokes & Master is noted for its expert handling of financial lines cases, including D&O and professional indemnity claims. The law firm has an outstanding reputation for its personal injury practice, with regular instruction on high profile cases. The team is noted for its knowledge of employees' compensation claims for major construction insurers in Hong Kong. The team also advises on ransomware and similar cyber-incident response matters.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • The key strength distinguishing JSM is its profound and nuanced understanding of HK's regulatory framework and underlying laws. This expertise allows it to consistently 'hit the spot' in negotiations.

    Insurance: Contentious (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • They understand our needs and requirements and will adopt a flexible approach to align with our expectations and the nature of our business, capable of managing both fast-track and technical cases.

    Insurance: Contentious (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 1Tow Lu Lim
    Band 1Tow Lu Lim

    Tow Lu Lim

    Lim Tow Lu is well regarded for his expert representation in insurance claims and disputes. He advises corporate clients on insurance regulatory matters, and is active on cybersecurity and ransomware insurance matters.

    • Tow Lu is best-in-class. His legal knowledge is truly impressive, ensuring every interaction is very solid. He stands out for his profound knowledge of the Hong Kong insurance sector.

      Insurance: Contentious (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • Band 2Angela S Y Yim
    Band 2Angela S Y Yim

    Angela S Y Yim

    Angela Yim is an experienced insurance litigator, including public liability and professional indemnity claims. She is particularly skilled in handling casualty claims, specifically personal injury and motor insurance.

    • Angela is flexible and professional.

      Insurance: Contentious (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • Band 3Marina Fung
    Band 3Marina Fung

    Marina Fung

    Marina Fung is routinely mandated to deal with personal injury insurance claims. She is also able to handle insurance litigation regarding motor liability, public liability and employee compensation claims.

Ranked Individuals at Johnson Stokes & Master (3)

China

  • Profile image of Tow Lu Lim

    Tow Lu Lim

    Insurance: Contentious (International Firms)

    View profile
  • Profile image of Angela S Y Yim

    Angela S Y Yim

    Insurance: Contentious (International Firms)

    View profile
  • Profile image of Marina Fung

    Marina Fung

    Insurance: Contentious (International Firms)

    View profile

Members

Provided by Johnson Stokes & Master

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership