Gall is a proud long-term sponsor of The University of Hong Kong Law Faculty’s Advocacy and Mooting Society (“AMS”). AMS is a non-profit-making student-run organisation. Since its establishment in 2002, AMS is dedicated to developing advocacy skills and promoting mooting among law students. Through a variety of activities, namely mooting competitions and workshops, AMS seeks
This article considers the pro-arbitration approach of courts in Hong Kong in the context of two recent cases. It also considers other significant initiatives and developments in the arbitration regime concerning third party funding, consolidation, and costs of arbitrations. To view this article in PDF It is widely recognised that the pro-arbitration and pro-enforcement approach
The shortlist has just been released for the Asia Legal Awards 2019. We are delighted to have been nominated in the Dispute Resolution Firm of the Year category in these regional awards. The Asia Legal Awards hosted by The Asian Lawyer honor the best work in the region. Across their coverage of practice areas and
Gall has been recommended in the recently published Legal 500 Asia Pacific Guide 2019. The firm was ranked for dispute resolution, employment and for restructuring and insolvency in the Hong Kong chapter. The firm maintained its rank as a Leading Firm in these core practice areas, receiving positive feedback from both clients and peers. Editorial
The employment team looks at some of the key issues and practical tips when considering demoting an employee in Hong Kong. A demotion normally involves a reduction in rank or status, or a decrease in job responsibilities and/or salary. An employer may wish to demote an employee for a variety of reasons including poor performance,
