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Arresting sights amid the joy

Paris, 4 October 2023: Enter the dragon, followed by fireworks. Two historic traditions were restored to Hong Kong over the long holiday weekend and, if citizens celebrated rather more joyously than usual, perhaps it was because the wait had been so painfully long. Thousands of spectators gathered in Tai Hang last Thursday evening for the […]

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An Irish welcome awaits you

By Pádraig Seif Hong Kong, 3 October 2023: A Canadian, a Kiwi and an Irishman walk into a bar. No, it’s not the start of a joke, just a recap of a recent networking event in Central. There were also Dutch people, Malaysians, Singaporeans, various other nationalities and, of course, a significant number of Hong […]

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Law & More: Episode 31 – Mike Riley

Hong Kong, 28 September 2023: This time on Law & More, we welcome an old friend of the firm and someone who loves visiting Hong Kong, former English Premier League referee Mike Riley. In a wide-ranging discussion, Mike reflects on memorable moments in his career, his recently relinquished role as general manager of the elite […]

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Fancy footwork from our finance chief

Grindelwald, Switzerland, 20 September 2023: Don your best threads and polish your dance moves, because night fever is coming to Hong Kong. That’s right, my groovy friends, we may be lacking a Bee Gees soundtrack and the flare-wearing 70s are long gone but – just like John Travolta in his career-making role – our leaders […]

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Landslide exposes prosecution risk

By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 18 September 2023: Owners of luxury properties that are illegally modified or encroach on government land should brace for swift enforcement action from the authorities after the much-publicised landslide at Redhill Peninsula. Chief Executive John Lee has warned his administration will “take action in accordance with the law”, including prosecuting […]

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BC&C lawyers attend wills briefing

Hong Kong, 13 September 2023: Boase Cohen & Collins lawyers were brought up to date on matters concerning wills, probate and estate administration when the firm hosted an in-house seminar. Our legal team heard from barristers Ken To and Matthew Choi, both of Sir Oswald Cheung’s Chambers, who gave a presentation on recent judgments and […]

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NSL judges given sentencing flexibility

By Colin Cohen Hong Kong, 11 September 2023: A landmark Court of Final Appeal (CFA) judgment has provided welcome clarity regarding sentencing guidelines in national security cases. While confirming that mandatory minimum sentences are indeed mandatory, the top court has given judges leeway to consider – as they do in non-national security hearings – a […]

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LGBTQ+ activists win landmark ruling

By Gabriella Chan Hong Kong, 7 September 2023: The Court of Final Appeal (CFA) has handed a partial – but still significant – victory to Hong Kong’s LGBTQ+ community this week by ruling that the government has not fulfilled its constitutional duty to provide a legal framework for recognising same-sex relationships. The top court has […]

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Civil service buffeted by the elements

Paris, 6 September 2023: As any civil engineer will tell you, a skyscraper sways in gale-force winds. Hence, some high-living Hong Kong residents reported headaches and motion sickness as Typhoon Saola – registering a maximum 10 on the storm scale – slammed into our city last Friday. While appreciating the cheerful Buildings Department reassurances on […]

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Law & More: Episode 30 – Saniza Othman

Hong Kong, 4 September 2023: In the latest episode of Law & More, we welcome Malaysian lawyer, philanthropist and patron of the arts Saniza Othman. In a wide-ranging discussion, Saniza talks about her legal career, her support for artists both modern and historic, charitable work and diverse hobbies. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin […]

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Fine whines and a sour taste

Hong Kong, 17 September 2025: In the classic comedy series Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads?, Terry returns to a rapidly changing Newcastle upon Tyne after five years away and is taken by best mate Bob on a tour of their old haunts. Except most of them have been demolished, including the Roxy Ballroom, which […]

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Ride-hailing law awaits green light

By Alex Liu Hong Kong, 9 September 2025: In a move many will consider long overdue, the Hong Kong government has finally put forward a proposed regulatory framework for legalising ride-hailing services. The Road Traffic (Amendment) (Ride-hailing Service) Bill 2025 has been tabled before the Legislative Council and, once implemented, will bring to an end […]

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Law & More: Episode 56 – Judith Sihombing

Hong Kong, 1 September 2025: In the latest edition of Law & More, we meet notable academic and prolific author Judith Sihombing, who has been mentoring law students in Hong Kong for more than four decades. Judith looks back on her upbringing in rural Australia, early years in the legal profession, time spent teaching in […]

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HK’s arbitration proficiency on display

By Alex Liu and John Zhou Hong Kong, 27 August 2025: Registrations are now open for the 14th edition of Hong Kong Arbitration Week, an event that will provide further impetus to our city’s growing reputation as a world-class seat of arbitration. Boase Cohen & Collins will participate in most of the events. More than […]

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Living with the wait of expectation

London, 13 August 2025: We spend 47 days of our life queuing, apparently. Supermarkets, bus stops, airports, landmarks … you name it, we wait. Two hours for a glimpse of the Mona Lisa? No problem! Four hours before you can tour the Taj Mahal? Bring it on! After all, this is nothing compared to tennis […]

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