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Dentons is the world's largest law firm, connecting top-tier talent to the world's challenges and opportunities with 20,000 professionals including 12,000 lawyers, in more than 200 locations, in more than 80 countries. Dentons' polycentric and purpose-driven approach, commitment to inclusion and diversity, and award-winning client service challenge the status quo to advance client interests.

The Hong Kong office provides legal advice and representation to governments and state owned entities, financial institutions, multinational corporations, professional services firms and high net worth individuals in relation to their business needs in Hong Kong, across the Asia Pacific region and globally. 

Our Hong Kong team comprises experienced lawyers and leading professionals qualified in seven jurisdictions – Hong Kong, England and Wales, the United States (New York, District of Columbia),  Singapore, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand.

Our core areas of services include:

• Banking and Finance 
• Capital Markets 
• Employment and Labour
• Arbitration
• Litigation and Dispute Resolution 
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Real Estate
• Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy
• Securities and Corporate Finance
• White Collar and Government Investigations

Recognition

Chambers Greater China Ranked Dentons Hong Kong in its 2023 Guide

January 17, 2023

Dentons Hong Kong and its lawyers have been repeatedly recognised by Chambers and Partners, an independent publication which ranks the region's top legal firms and practitioners. This year, three of our Hong Kong practices and five lawyers have been ranked in Chambers Greater China Guide 2023.

Dentons Hong Kong Recognised in Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2023

January 13, 2023

Hong Kong: Dentons Hong Kong has been once again recognised by Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2023, an independent publication which ranks top legal firms and practitioners in over 150 jurisdictions. This year, the firm has earned six firm rankings and two lawyer recommendations.

Dentons Hong Kong is recognised at the Law Society Pro Bono and Community Work Recognition Programme 2022

December 15, 2022

Dentons Hong Kong and its lawyers are consistently recognised for their extensive pro bono efforts and accomplishments. The Law Society of Hong Kong honored Dentons Hong Kong with pro bono and community work recognitions. The firm has continuously received the Bronze Law Firm Award at the Law Society recognition programme.

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Insights

Hong Kong’s new licensing regime for virtual asset trading providers takes effect

June 5, 2023

Hong Kong: After lengthy discussions and consultations, the new licensing regime for Virtual Asset Trading Platforms (VATPs) finally took effect on 1 June 2023, representing the collective efforts of the government, regulators, the industry, and other interested stakeholders in fostering the orderly and sustainable growth of the crypto community in Hong Kong.

Linda Chan J affirms Harris J’s recognition of a non-Hong Kong liquidation through COMI in Hong Kong law

May 30, 2023

Hong Kong: In the recent case of Re Guangdong Overseas Construction Corporation [2023] HKCFI 1340 (17 May 2023), the Hon Linda Chan J confirmed the Hon Harris J’s decision in Re Global Brands Group Holding Ltd (in liquidation) [2022] 3 HKLRD 316 in introducing centre of main interest principles in assessing whether or not the Hong Kong court should recognise a foreign liquidation and assist a foreign office-holder.

Hong Kong tax concessions to welcome family offices set-up

May 23, 2023

Hong Kong: As part of government policy to further promote the Hong Kong ecosystem for operating family offices for investment holding, investment activities and other related activities in running a family office, the Inland Revenue (Amendment) (Tax Concessions for Family-owned Investment Holding Vehicles) Ordinance 2023 was gazetted on 19 May 2023 (the Family Office Tax Concessions Ordinance or the Ordinance), and will apply with immediate effect to years of assessment commencing on or after 1 April 2022. 

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News and Events

Upcoming events

Respect in the workplace: Handling issues of discrimination, harassment and bullying in Hong Kong

June 28, 2023

This webinar is designed for HR professionals and in-house legal counsels in Hong Kong as a refresher course on the fundamental principles of the laws on discrimination, harassment, victimisation, vilification and bullying at the work place, including recent legal developments.

Recent Press Releases

Dentons advised on the global offering of CNY300 million 6.0 per cent. Guaranteed Bonds due 2026 for Gaoyou City Construction Investment Development Group on the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free-Trade Zone

March 7, 2023

Dentons has represented Gaoyou City Construction Investment Development Group, a leading state-owned infrastructure construction company principally engaged in the construction of municipal infrastructure, water facilities, roads, environmental governance-related facilities and shantytown redevelopment projects in Gaoyou City and Suzhou City, in its global offering under Regulation S of its English law governed CNY300 million 6.0 per cent.

Dentons Hong Kong Julianne Doe named ALB's Private Practitioner of the Year, North Asia

March 6, 2023

Dentons Hong Kong Senior Consultant Julianne Doe has been named as Private Practitioner of the Year, North Asia at the Asian Legal Business (ALB) Women in Law Awards 2023. Receiving this award signifies the affirmation and recognition by peers and clients for legal dedication and excellence in their profession and to the community.

Dentons advised on the global offering of €75 million 4.60 per cent. Credit Enhanced Bonds due 2026 for Gaoyou City Construction Investment Development Group

February 23, 2023

Dentons has represented Gaoyou City Construction Investment Development Group, a leading state-owned infrastructure construction company principally engaged in the construction of municipal infrastructure, water facilities, roads, environmental governance-related facilities and shantytown redevelopment projects in Gaoyou City and Suzhou City.

 

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