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Employment: Hong Kong-based (International Firms) - China

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What the Team is Known For

The highly regarded Hong Kong-based Howse Williams employment team acts for both employers and employees on a range of contentious and non-contentious issues. It regularly handles immigration, discrimination, remuneration, termination and post-termination matters, including springboard injunctions and enforcement of restrictive covenants. The law firm is also active advising on investigations for clients in the financial services sector and frequently represents clients before the Hong Kong Labour Tribunal and the High Court.

Work Highlights

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  • Howse Williams represented the plaintiff in a High Court action and a Labour Tribunal in a claim against Alphamab Oncology worth HKD217 million.

Strengths

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Howse Williams has a thorough understanding of the law with a deep and broad team.

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They have expertise in local laws, and a people-centred approach that makes it easier for clients to understand their needs and rights.

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Notable Practitioners

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Patricia Yeung
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Patricia Yeung
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Patricia Yeung heads Howse Williams' employment department. She leads advice to employers and employees on claims brought in relation to alleged wrongful termination, discrimination and breach of contract, in addition to handling non-contentious matters.

Patricia is an excellent lawyer with deep experience and a knack for strategic thinking.

Patricia Yeung is very good with clients. Her advice is sensible so her words are not wasted. She's smart, practical and she gives good advice.

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Michael Withington
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Michael Withington
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Michael Withington is held in high regard for his handling of contentious mandates, including claims of misconduct and wrongful termination, partnership disputes and trade union-related issues. The lawyer routinely receives mandates from both corporates and individuals.

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Michael Withington
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Michael Withington
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Patricia Yeung

Patricia Yeung

Head of Department