Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms)
Global Guide 2024 : China
Band 6
Contact number
+852 3983 7788Chambers Review
HFW is a pioneering international law firm in Hong Kong specialising in matters across the litigation sphere, with clients spanning the aerospace, energy and shipping sectors. It demonstrates capabilities representing high net worth individuals in estate disputes, as well as handling a variety of debt recovery and enforcement mandates. It also frequently acts for liquidators in restructuring and liquidation cases with cross-border aspects. Its key clients include Deloitte, Grant Thornton and Asuransi Tugu Pratama Indonesia.
Work Highlights
- HFW acted for ANZ in relation to a USD300 million fraud. The case involved asset tracing and recovery actions against individuals and institutions in a number of jurisdictions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It has a first-class reputation for maritime and shipping disputes."
"An excellent firm. I see them not just in shipping, but also in commercial fraud and contractual cases. They are much more than a shipping firm."
"It has a first-class reputation for maritime and shipping disputes."
"An excellent firm. I see them not just in shipping, but also in commercial fraud and contractual cases. They are much more than a shipping firm."
Notable Practitioners
George Lamplough handles many dispute resolution matters ranging from fraud recovery to commodity disputes. He also often acts for liquidators in cases related to shipping and international trade.
"George is an exceptional and capable litigator who handles a wide range of matters."
"George can always advise practically."