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  • Legal update: The Hong Kong Court of First Instance confirms penalty rule in an employment contract following decision in Law Ting Pong Secondary School v. Chen Wai Wah [2021] CA 873

    Introduction  Many employers may want to bind an employee for a certain period of time, by including a clause in employment contacts that requires the employee to pay wages for the balance of the fixed term should they terminate employment before the fixed term ends. …Read More

  • SCMP features Padraig Walsh on Cryptocurrency is property in Hong Kong, court rules for the first time, bolstering city’s efforts to promote industry

    This article originally appeared in the South China Morning Post’s ‘Tech Trends’ column by Xinmei Shen on 20 April 2023. A landmark court ruling recognising cryptocurrency assets as property has further boosted Hong Kong’s virtual asset industry, as the city takes steps to attract crypto firms…Read More

  • Can and will an employee claiming discrimination be liable for legal costs if they lose?

    Discover why the normal rule of paying costs in litigation doesn’t apply to discrimination claims.

  • School accidents and bullying: Can a school be sued because a student is injured?

    Students spend a big part of the day at school.  Parents need to ensure that the learning environment of their children is safe. However, accidents happen from time to time at school. A few examples of the common causes of student injury at school are…Read More

  • Proposal to amend Race Discrimination Ordinance to outlaw “intra-racial discrimination” and address discrimination and harassment relating to people from Mainland China

    Earlier this week, the Equal Opportunities Commission (the “EOC”) in its update to the Legislative Council (“LegCo”) had reiterated its plan to:- “… tackle discrimination, harassment and vilification between people from Hong Kong and those from the Mainland through legislation …” Currently, the Race Discrimination…Read More

  • What happens to my jewellery in a divorce? A simple guide on how valuable personal items are distributed during a divorce proceeding

    In divorce, what will happen to my personal valuables such as my jewellery, watches, bags? Spouses are often concerned with whether they can keep their personal valuables upon divorce. Will I keep my engagement ring? Will I have to sell my watches, jewelleries or luxury…Read More

  • River Stone is a 2023 China Business Law Journal Rising Star

    We are pleased to announce River Stone‘s inclusion in the China Business Law Journal list of 20 Rising Stars in International Law Firms committed to China-related Business. The 2023 China Business Law Journal Rising Stars recognise lawyers that have demonstrated exceptional dedication and professionalism in their practice areas,…Read More

  • Tanner De Witt is official tournament referee sponsor of Tradition HKFC 10s 2023

    Tanner De Witt is proud to be the official tournament referee sponsor of the Tradition HKFC 10s. Welcoming back the tournament on the 29th and 30th March 2023, we are looking forward to the referees once again wearing Tanner De Witt kit as they officiate play in…Read More

  • Legal Update – HKMA Consultation Conclusions on Crypto-assets and Stablecoins

    On 31 January 2023, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (the “HKMA”) issued the consultation conclusions to its discussion paper published on 12 January 2022 (the “Consultation Conclusions”). The Consultation Conclusions provide critical insights into the shape of the HKMA plans for stablecoin regulation in Hong…Read More

  • Celebrating International Women’s Day

    On International Women’s Day, Tanner De Witt celebrated by inviting some of our incredible women across our departments to speak on various topics. The purpose of IDW is to forge a gender equal world by celebrating women’s achievements, raising visibility, increasing awareness about discrimination and…Read More

  • Legal update: Potential changes to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance

    In this snapshot legal update, we report that on 20 February 2023, the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (“PCPD”) reported plans to put forward amendments to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (“PDPO”) in 2023. The PCPD’s target is to present concrete proposed amendments and consult…Read More

  • Accountant (2-5 years experience)

    THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED. WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS. Tanner De Witt is looking to recruit a bright, self-motivated junior to mid-level Accountant to join our independent, established, Hong Kong law firm. Key requirements • Degree or Diploma in Accounting • 2 to…Read More