Comtois Solicitor is an independent Hong Kong law firm specializing in civil litigation and dispute resolution, with a particular focus on cyber crimes, online scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and related cases. The firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including criminal defense, commercial litigation, fraud and asset tracing, and demand letters. Their clientele encompasses individuals, public and private companies, and multinational corporations engaged in diverse activities both within Hong Kong and internationally.

Founded on August 1, 2019, by Francis Comtois, a Hong Kong-qualified solicitor with over a decade of legal experience, the firm is committed to delivering tangible value to clients. Mr. Comtois, previously a partner at a Hong Kong law firm specializing in financial regulatory law, holds a Juris Doctor from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McGill University in Canada. His extensive background in commercial litigation and dispute resolution informs the firm's strategic approach to legal challenges.

Comtois Solicitor emphasizes a technology-focused practice, recognizing the evolving nature of cyber-related legal issues. The firm prioritizes creative solutions to legal problems, innovative approaches to risk reduction, and achieving desired outcomes for clients. By focusing on results and client satisfaction, Comtois Solicitor aims to provide insightful and practical legal advice at competitive rates, ensuring that each case is handled with the utmost professionalism and dedication.

About Comtois Solicitor

Founded in 2019


Practice areas
Criminal Defense
Employment & Labor
Intellectual Property
Lawsuits & Disputes
Media, Technology and Telecoms

Languages spoken
English

Social media

Practice areas

Criminal Defense

Comtois Solicitor offers comprehensive criminal defense services in Hong Kong, guiding clients from initial police questioning through court proceedings to the appeal stage. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of criminal charges, including complex commercial crimes, cyber crimes, dishonesty offenses, driving and road traffic offenses, trafficking in dangerous drugs, immigration offenses, money laundering, sexual offenses, and violent offenses. The firm provides immediate assistance, including legal visits for those under investigation or detained, bail applications, plea bargaining, bind over applications, mitigation for sentencing, criminal trials, and appeals. They also represent clients in regulatory proceedings before the Securities and Futures Commission. Clients can contact Mr. Francis Comtois directly via telephone or WhatsApp at +852 9547 5353 for urgent legal advice.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Employment & Labor

Comtois Solicitor offers comprehensive legal services in employment and labor law, assisting clients with a range of employment disputes. Their expertise includes handling cases related to discrimination, sexual harassment, whistleblower claims, workers' compensation, and wrongful termination. The firm provides strategic advice and representation to both employers and employees, ensuring compliance with Hong Kong's labor regulations and effectively resolving workplace conflicts.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Intellectual Property

Comtois Solicitor offers comprehensive legal services in intellectual property disputes, assisting clients in protecting their innovations and brand identities. The firm handles cases involving copyright infringement, trademark disputes, patent violations, and trade secrets, combining litigation strategy with an understanding of creative and commercial value.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

Comtois Solicitor offers comprehensive legal services in lawsuits and disputes, specializing in commercial litigation and cyber fraud cases. The firm provides practical, strategic, and cost-effective solutions tailored to clients' commercial and personal objectives, with expertise in areas such as banking litigation, debt recovery, fraud and asset recovery, enforcement of foreign judgments, injunctions and interim relief, intellectual property disputes, professional negligence, regulatory and disciplinary proceedings, shareholder and partnership disputes, and white-collar crime and investigations. The team is experienced in handling complex, cross-border disputes and local matters across various industries, ensuring efficient resolution through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or court proceedings.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Media, Technology and Telecoms

Comtois Solicitor specializes in addressing cyber fraud cases, including blackmail, cyber extortion, business email compromise, and cryptocurrency scams. The firm offers comprehensive legal services to assist clients in recovering assets and navigating the complexities of cybercrime. Their expertise extends to providing strategic advice on fraud prevention and representing clients in both civil and criminal proceedings related to cyber fraud.
Advertising and Marketing
Biotechnology
Cyber Law, Data Privacy and Data Protection
Fintech
Information Technology
Media and Entertainment
Outsourcing
Technology Transactions
Telecommunications and Broadcast
Sports Law
E-commerce & Internet Law
Space Law
Data Center & Digital Infrastructure

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