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Authors: Alan Gibb, King Fung Tsang 

This textbook sets out in a clear, easy to read style the fundamental principles of conflict of laws in a Hong Kong context with emphasis on recent Hong Kong cases.

The conflict of laws is a subject with which all Hong Kong lawyers need to be familiar. However, while texts such as Johnston’s The Conflict of Laws in Hong Kong and (earlier editions of) Dicey & Morris’ The Conflict of Laws provide detailed and in-depth coverage of the subject, we have long lacked an introductory textbook to this subject that covers it from a Hong Kong perspective, so as to make the subject accessible to those coming to it for the first time. The aim of this book is to fill that gap.

Author: Sum Lam

Butterworths Hong Kong Bankruptcy Law Handbook is a detailed work of reference on the Bankruptcy Ordinance (Cap 6), the major piece of legislation governing bankruptcy law and practice in Hong Kong. 

This Handbook reproduces the text of the Ordinance as currently in force with details on amendments and repeals. It also provides section-by-section annotations and examines significant judicial decisions and rules of the court, alongside with definitions of words and phrases, discussions on practical and contentious issues, and other authoritative materials. 

This series has been cited with authority in over a hundred court cases in the Hong Kong Court of First Instance, the Court of Appeal and the Court of Final Appeal. This Handbook is an invaluable source of information for practitioners, legal advisers, students and anyone interested in the laws governing bankruptcy law and practice in Hong Kong. 

Author: Professor Benny K B Kwok

Forensic Accountancy  (Fourth Edition)  provides comprehensive insight into forensic accounting and demonstrates how accountants and finance professionals might perform when acting as advisors, experts or investigators in disputes, litigations, arbitrations or fraud investigations. 

In this fourth edition,  this definitive title sets a benchmark of best practices in forensic accounting and has been written in concise English, without the unnecessary use of jargon, catering to the needs of those less trained in the specialty and bridging the gap between accountants and legal practitioners. Auditors, bankers, insurers, regulators, litigators, in-house counsels and lay clients will find this book as a route to uncharted territory in accounting, revealing the unspoken messages behind transactions, fund flows and financial documents. 

Authors: Chantel Lin, Kenny Kwok, Felix Tang

The Butterworths Hong Kong Probate, Administration and Trustee Handbook - Sixth Edition is a comprehensive treatise that provides an in-depth analysis of the statutory framework governing probate, administration, and trust law in Hong Kong. This authoritative text meticulously examines the Probate and Administration Ordinance (Cap 10), Trustee Ordinance (Cap 29), Wills Ordinance (Cap 30), Powers of Attorney Ordinance (Cap 31), Intestates' Estates Ordinance (Cap 73), Variation of Trusts Ordinance (Cap 253), Perpetuities and Accumulations Ordinance (Cap 257), Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Ordinance (Cap 481), and Enduring Powers of Attorney Ordinance (Cap 501).

The Handbook is a reproduction of the said Ordinances and their respective subsidiary legislation, accompanied by erudite section-by-section annotations that elucidate the legislative history, seminal judicial pronouncements, and pertinent rules of court. 

Author: Stephanie Wong

Trade marks, be it registered or unregistered, are widely recognised of as integral components of an intellectual property portfolio, largely contributing to commercialisation strategies. The inherent commercial value of branding frequently leads to ambiguities that can give rise to disputes, which may substantially affect the competitive landscape and edge among market participants. For intellectual property practitioners in Hong Kong, trademark related matters often represent the most lucrative facet of their practise, underscoring the weight of diligent trademark management and enforcement.

This handbook aims to consolidate and update the Trade Marks Ordinance (Cap 559) in a convenient form. Its annotations cover significant judicial decisions, rules of court, definitions of words and phrases, discussions on practical aspects, contentious issues, and other authoritative materials. This handbook is critical to the arsenal of any IP lawyer, marketer, company director, IP professional, in-house counsel, PR company, company secretary, student and those engaged or interested in the design, preparation, registration and enforcement of trade marks in Hong Kong.

Authors: Elliot Fung, P.Y. Lo

Butterworths Hong Kong Family Law Handbook (Fifth Edition) is an extensive work of reference containing the latest commentary of thirteen key ordinances, including the Guardianship of Minors Ordinance (Cap 13), Separation and Maintenance Order Ordinance (Cap 16), Law Amendment and Reform (Consolidation) Ordinance (Cap 23), Marriage Reform Ordinance (Cap 178), Matrimonial Causes Ordinances (Cap 179), Marriage Ordinance (Cap 181), Married Persons Status (Cap 182), Legitimacy Ordinance (Cap 184), Domestic Violence Ordinance (Cap 189), Matrimonial Proceedings and Property Ordinance (Cap 192), Adoption Ordinance (Cap 290), Parent and Child Ordinance (Cap 429) and Family Procedure Ordinance (Cap 646).

Author: Lawrence Ma

The sixth edition of Equity and Trusts in Hong Kong offers a comprehensive update on the latest legal developments from late 2021 to January 2024. This edition delves into pivotal cases and evolving doctrines, providing an essential resource for both practitioners and scholars. In addition, this book also includes references to major English and Australian decisions in order to provide the reader with a better understanding of underlying issues or controversies.

Authors: ELG Tyler, Stefan HC Lo

The Butterworths Hong Kong Company Law (Winding Up and MiscellaneousProvisions) Handbook details provisions relating to prospectus, companies winding-up rules, insolvency of companies, disqualification of directors, receivership, restrictions on sale of shares and provisions relating to the Societies Ordinance are still in force under the now retitled Companies (Winding Up and Miscellaneous Provisions) Ordinance (Cap 32).

Author: Wayne P. Walsh, S. C.

The third edition includes some important updates as follows:

1. New cases on the interpretation and application of the National Security Law;

2. Updates to sanctions in relation to the Taliban, Isil & Al-Qaida;

3. The Hong Kong extradition case of Ramanjit Singh concerning treaty interpretation and refusal of surrender on account of political and religious beliefs;

4. Recent human rights cases from the United Kingdom on challenges to extradition; and

5. The Privy Council case of Fang & Ors v HM Attorney General (Jersey) concerning waiver of state immunity in mutual legal assistance proceedings.

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Authors: Ludwig Ng, Sherman Yan, Pearlie Koh

Shareholder disputes have existed for as long as there have been companies and are becoming an everyday occurrence in the corporate world. “A Practical Guide to Resolving Shareholder Disputes” is intended to serve as a ready reference, a checklist, and a source of practical guidance for business owners, investors, financial advisers, in-house counsel, and legal practitioners who are involved in this area.

Apart from outlining general principles and practice, this is the first book on the subject that provides specific treatments for different kinds of companies, such as private companies, listed companies, family companies, and non-Hong Kong companies. The authors have outlined the procedural and legal considerations for various types of actions, including derivative actions, unfair prejudice petitions, and just and equitable winding up. Interlocutory applications in shareholder disputes and the most recent local decisions are discussed in detail, and extensive references are also made to illustrative cases from other common law jurisdictions, like the UK and Singapore.

This second edition will fill an important gap in the growing range of Hong Kong legal textbooks on shareholder disputes and is essential reading for practitioners, researchers, and students interested or engaged in this area of law. Further, aside from the numerous updates on Hong Kong case law, more references have also been made to Singaporean cases and statutes in this second edition to benefit not only Hong Kong readers but also to make the book more relevant to Singapore and other Commonwealth readers. 

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