Family and Divorce

International Family Law – Hong Kong

Caroline McNally wrote an article for LexisPSL in the first of a series of News Analysis considering family law provisions in other Jurisdictions. Caroline outlines the key principles in Hong Kong in relation to jurisdiction, divorce, financial provision, private children and non-court dispute resolution as well as recent and forthcoming law reform. Click here to read the

Gall Ranked in Chambers Greater China 2023 Guide

Chambers Greater China has published its 2023 guide and Gall is ranked as a Leading Firm for Dispute Resolution (Band 4) and Family/Matrimonial (Band 2). Chris Wong, Caroline McNally and Kajal Aswani are all recognised as Ranked Lawyers.  Dispute Resolution What the firm is known for Local firm Gall is well known and respected for

Gall Recognised in Legal 500 Asia Pacific’s 2023 Directory

Legal 500 has published its Asia Pacific 2023 guide and Gall is ranked as a Leading Firm for Litigation (Band 4), Labour & Employment (Band 4), Restructuring & Insolvency (Band 5) and Private Client & Family (Band 3).  Litigation Summary and Testimonials ‘Small but very strong’ conflict-free specialist litigation boutique Gall‘s ‘well organised and effective team of

Relocating Overseas with Children During a Divorce

The Covid-19 pandemic has caused a surge in families wishing to permanently relocate overseas.  Where families mutually agree to relocate, the process is simple.  However, a common problem faced by separated or divorced parents is that one parent wants to leave with the child whereas the other parent wants the child to remain in Hong Kong. This article by Chantelle Woo deals with some of the commonly asked questions faced by parents in such situations.