Corporate & Commercial
Legal insights on M&A, shareholder agreements, corporate governance, and commercial contracts in Hong Kong.
Competition Law in Hong Kong: An Overview of the Competition Ordinance
A comprehensive guide to Hong Kong competition law, covering the Competition Ordinance's First and Second Conduct Rules, cartel enforcement, the merger rule for telecommunications, leniency applications, and practical compliance guidance for businesses.
MPF Obligations for Hong Kong Employers: A Complete Compliance Guide
A complete guide to Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) obligations for Hong Kong employers, covering enrolment requirements, contribution rates, relevant income, exemptions, offsetting, and penalties for non-compliance.
Listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange: An IPO Guide for Companies and Their Advisers
A comprehensive guide to listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX), covering Main Board vs GEM eligibility criteria, the sponsor role, prospectus requirements, the IPO timetable, and post-listing obligations for issuers.
Hong Kong Data Privacy Law: A Business Guide to PDPO Compliance
A practical guide to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) for businesses operating in Hong Kong, covering data protection principles, PICS requirements, cross-border transfers, PCPD enforcement, and compliance best practices.
Shareholders' Agreements in Hong Kong: Key Provisions Every Founder and Investor Should Know
A practical guide to shareholders' agreements in Hong Kong, covering pre-emption rights, drag-along and tag-along clauses, deadlock provisions, exit mechanisms, and drafting best practices for founders and investors.
Employment Dispute Resolution in Hong Kong: Labour Tribunal, Minor Employment Claims & Beyond
A comprehensive guide to resolving employment disputes in Hong Kong, covering the Labour Tribunal, Minor Employment Claims Adjudication Board, work injury claims, and strategic options for employers and employees.
Hong Kong Profits Tax: An Overview for Businesses and Investors
An overview of Hong Kong profits tax for businesses and investors: territorial basis, tax rates, two-tier system, offshore exemption, FSIE regime, deductions, depreciation allowances, and key planning considerations.
ESOP and Share Option Plans in Hong Kong: A Legal Guide for Employers
Employee equity incentive plans in Hong Kong: share option vs share award plans, listed vs unlisted company rules, SFC regulatory treatment, vesting mechanics, and tax implications for employers and employees.
