Patrick Chu, Conti Wong Lawyers LLP

CIVIL LITIGATION

In the face of various cases associated with different fields and industries, at PC Lawyers, we are devoted to provide competent legal advice to handle and resolve disputes, and protect the interests and rights of our clients. We aim at resolving disputes arose, be it from personal or business level, practically and promptly with minimum disruption caused. We are extensively experienced in mediation, arbitrations, commercial litigation and dispute-resolution procedures, which enables us to assist and represent our clients in courts and tribunals of Hong Kong.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Commercial Litigations

• Contentions Probate and Administration Action

• Contractual Disputes

• Enforcement of Securities and Judgment Award

• Intellectual Property Litigations

• Professional Negligence (including breach of Director Duties and Fiduciary Duties)

• Insolvency Litigations and Corporate Rescues

• Judicial Review and Administrative Laws Related Litigations

• Labour Disputes

• Land and Property Disputes

• Negligence, Personal Injuries and Employee Compensations

• Partnership and Shareholders Disputes

• Sale of Goods and International Trade Disputes

• Trust Disputes

COMMERCIAL

At PC Lawyers, our commercial lawyers are experienced with the business operation of local and cross-border corporations. With our sensitivity towards the commercial environment, we offer full support to our clients through providing cost-effective and practical advice. We specialize in negotiating a wide array of transactions, from individuals to international companies and institutions in different sectors. Our lawyers are also skilled at assisting clients to assess situations, resolve conflicts and plan thoroughly for their businesses regarding legal strategies. We are able to deliver the highest quality of legal advice to clients with efficiency.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Agency and Distribution Agreements

• Compliance of Listing Rules and the Regulatory Framework in Hong Kong

• Connected and Disclosable Transactions and Other Transactions of Listing Companies

• Consultancy Agreements and Other Commercial Contracts

• Employment Contracts, Employee Share Options and Other Incentive Schemes

• Formation of Companies and Business Establishments

• General Corporate and Commercial-related matters

• Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Main Board and GEM of Hong Kong Stock Exchange

• Licencing and Franchising Agreements

• Mergers, Acquisitions or Disposals of Shares, Businesses and Assets

• Restructuring of Companies and Joint Venture

• Transfer of Listing from GEM to the Main Board of Hong Kong Stock Exchange

CRIMINAL LITIGATION & REGULATORY INVESTIGATION

Within the complex commercial environment in Hong Kong, being involved in criminal or regulatory matters can be stressful. Thus, we aim to offer practical and cost-effective defence right from the start of the investigation. At PC Lawyers, we work closely and confidentially with our clients, and provide practical and emotional support throughout the process. Our lawyers are experienced at representing clients to defend criminal charges, especially in handling white-collar crimes, bribery and corruption.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Appeals Against Decisions of Lower Courts and Tribunals

• Applications for Licences (e.g. Liquor Licence and Money Lender Licence)

• Complex Commercial Crime

• Compliance Testing

• Corruption (ICAC)

• Crimes of Violence

• Cyber Crime

• Domestic Violence

• Fraud Allegations

• Immigration Related Investigation and Offences

• International Money Laundering

• Litigation Support

• Public Order Offences

• Regulatory Investigations

• Tax Evasion Allegations

EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION & PERSONAL INJURY

Knowing that our clients come from all walks of life, at PC Lawyers, we are committed to providing a wide variety of reliable and cost-effective legal services with regard to employee compensation and personal injuries cases. Our lawyers are professionals in advising employees, victims, employers, business groups and human resources specialists in all aspects. In order to deliver the most updated legal information for our clients, we always ensure our professionals are keeping track of the latest developments in various aspects of the insurance industry.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Employees' Compensation Claims

• General Insurance Claims

• Personal Injuries Claims

• Public Liability Claims

• Terminations and Entitlements

• Third Party Motor Claims

EMPLOYEE COMPENSATION & PERSONAL INJURY

Knowing that our clients come from all walks of life, at PC Lawyers, we are committed to providing a wide variety of reliable and cost-effective legal services with regard to employee compensation and personal injuries cases. Our lawyers are professionals in advising employees, victims, employers, business groups and human resources specialists in all aspects. In order to deliver the most updated legal information for our clients, we always ensure our professionals are keeping track of the latest developments in various aspects of the insurance industry.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Employees' Compensation Claims

• General Insurance Claims

• Personal Injuries Claims

• Public Liability Claims

• Terminations and Entitlements

• Third Party Motor Claims

FAMILY

At PC Lawyers, our family law practice encompasses an array of matrimonial and family matters. We are able to offer professional legal advice to clients on divorce, custody and financial maintenance, and provide them with support through emotional and financial upheavals, in hopes of minimising detrimental impacts on respective parties. With our accumulated litigation experiences, we are also devoted to explore alternative dispute resolution, aiming to resolve matters and reach consensus on settlement with a timely and flexible means. Owing to the complexity when particular cases intertwine divorces and immigration status of family members, our close professional relationships with law firms of other jurisdiction, especially the people’s Republic of China, will enable the best tailor-made service for our clients at all circumstances.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Asset Distribution

• Child Access

• Child Custody/ Wardship

• Financial Impact of Divorce and Associated Matters

• Financial Maintenance (Alimony)

• Financial Relief in Divorce

• Prenuptial Arrangements

• Separation Agreement

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

PC Lawyers is fully aware of the unique value of Intellectual Property rights, and it is essential for business owners to secure their corresponding rights. Our lawyers are experienced in providing practical legal advice to manage and safeguard the copyright, patents, designs and trademarks of our clients. As Intellectual Property rules may vary across different countries, our Mandarin-speaking experts at PC Lawyers have the capacity to offer outstanding legal services to individuals and businesses along with professionals in China, with an aim to protect assets of our clients from unlawful use in Hong Kong and China.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Acquisition and Disposal of Intellectual Property

• Entrenching and Enforcing Intellectual Property Rights

• Franchising, Distribution and Agency Arrangements

• Intellectual Property Related Disputes and Legal Proceedings

• Intellectual Property Rights Management and Licensing Scheme

• Patent Registration and Renewal

• Protection of Registered Design and Copyright

• Trademark Application and Renewal

PROPERTY

At PC Lawyers, our dedicated real estate lawyers offer professional and practical advice to clients with regard to a wide spectrum of property related matters, from the simplest to the most complex real estate transactions, for our individual and corporate clients. We are also working closely with professionals from China in planning, structuring and investing, so as to fully protect the assets of our clients.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Acquisition of Companies Holding Land or Property

• Acquisition of Lands and Buildings for Development

• Agency Agreements

• Application for Land Grants from Government

• Assignment and Novation

• Building and Management Contract

• Building Mortgages

• Deed and Sub-deed of Mutual Covenant

• Lands Tribunal Application and Opposition

• Lands Tribunal Application for Possession of Tenanted Premises for Development

• Leases and Surrenders

• Licences

• Mortgage and Other Security Documentation

• Property Finance and Mortgages

• Resumption and Compulsory Acquisition

• Sales and Acquisitions through Exchange

• Sale of Lands and Buildings, Industrial and Residential Units to Developer for Redevelopment

• Sales and Purchases of Commercial, Industrial and Residential Properties

• Sales by Public Auctions or Public/Private Tenders

• Securitization of and Transfer of Mortgages

• Redemption of Mortgages

WILL & PROBATE

At PC Lawyers, we are able to skilfully assist in the complex circumstances of our high net worth clients. We specialize in will preparation, settlement and set up of trusts for clients from Hong Kong and overseas. Our lawyers are devoted to advising and representing clients on inheritance law and probate related matters, ensuring the use and management of their assets best accord with their intentions.

Legal advisory services including:
 

• Actions for Improper Administration of Estates

• Application for Caveats

• Application for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration

• Asset Disposition

• Deeds of Family Arrangement

• Enduring Powers of Attorney

• Estate Planning, Administration and Distribution

• Inheritance Law and Administration and Distribution of Estates in Hong Kong

• Preparation of Wills and Codicils

• Resealing of Grants in Hong Kong and Overseas

• Resolution of Disputes Among Beneficiaries and Trustees

• Trustees and Protectors