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Withers

Family/Matrimonial (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Withers has one of the largest family team in Hong Kong with ten dedicated lawyers and the only team with an international platform to serve clients' interests. We have experience in all types of issues involving children - whether disputes over paternity, living arrangements, access (by parents or grandparents), schooling, maintenance, relocation and parental alienation. 

Being one of the few international firms offering family and matrimonial legal services in Asia, our client base is wide including Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, amongst others. We bring particular insight where there are international and cross-border issues or where there are inter-related complicated financial arrangements. By working together with leading teams in Singapore, London and US, we are able to provide holistic advice to our clients in achieving the best outcome. We also benefit from being able to bring in our trust lawyers who work to safeguard the financial interests of individuals and their children during separation and divorce.

Our team also include specialist accredited Hong Kong lawyers, trained collaborative lawyers (Samantha Gershon, Billy Ko and Anisha Ramanathan) and legal specialists in English family law. 

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Family/Matrimonial (International Firms) - China

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Withers houses a Hong Kong-based family law department that advises on the full spectrum of matrimonial work, including prenuptial agreements, complex divorces and child custody issues. The law firm has a track record in private client work for high net worth individuals, drawing on the wider firm's strength in private client and trust matters. The team is equipped to advise on complex cases involving third-party interests. It frequently acts on cross-border matters across jurisdictions including Canada, the BVI, the USA and Australia, thanks to the firm's global footprint. Withers' client roster includes local personalities and expatriates living in Hong Kong.

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Strengths

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  • It's an international firm and really well resourced. Anything regarding the other side of the world, they can handle it. They are institutionally reliable and have seen and done everything.

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  • They are among the top matrimonial lawyers in the area, supported by a team of young and energetic partners consistently delivering high-quality and commercially viable solutions to their clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jocelyn Tsao
    Jocelyn Tsao

    Jocelyn Tsao

    Jocelyn Tsao is recognised for her skilful handling of cross-border family matters. She possesses experience handling divorce proceedings and child-related cases, often providing advice on mandates involving trust issues.

    • She really has seen everything and has the experience of someone ten years older than her. She's just a star.

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    • She is very hands-on, she has many great ideas on providing solutions and she's also quite pro-mediation outside of court, which is an important attribute. I think she's just great.

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  • Billy Ko
    Billy Ko

    Billy Ko

    Billy Ko comes recommended for his representation in divorce and children-related proceedings.

    • Billy is professional and personable, in addition to being an excellent lawyer.

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    • He's an absolute delight to work with and is extremely dedicated. It's so reassuring to work with him.

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  • Anisha Ramanathan
    Anisha Ramanathan

    Anisha Ramanathan

    Anisha Ramanathan wins high respect for her client care skills as an adviser on complex matrimonial finance cases.

    • Anisha is simply amazing, and given the sensitive nature of the area, she has a deep understanding and ability to guide a client through difficult moments and issues.

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    • Anisha pays great attention to detail and is able to handle clients with grace and empathy, building strong rapport with them.

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