FAMILY LAW IN HONG KONG
PRACTICE AREA
Family
Our areas of expertise include:
Our Services
Our areas of expertise include:
- Divorce
- Financial Consequences after Matrimonial
- Breakdown
- Adoption
- Separation Agreements
- Judicial Separation
- Custodial Disputes
- Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements
- International Relocation of Children
- Child Abduction
- Enforcement and/or Variation of Court Orders
Family Law
Family law deals with matters related to familial relationships, such as marriage, divorce, adoption, child custody, and maintenance. It can be complex and emotionally challenging, especially when it involves disputes over children, property, or finances. As such, you need a professional and experienced family lawyer to guide you through the legal process and protect your rights and interests.
At TITUS, we have a team of dedicated family law practitioners well-versed in Hong Kong’s family law, among other jurisdictions. We provide comprehensive and personalised family law services to our clients, covering all aspects of family law, from drafting and reviewing pre and post-nuptial agreements, filing for divorce, and obtaining court orders to negotiating and mediating settlements and arrangements. We also handle complex and cross-border cases involving international relocation of children, child abduction, and enforcement of foreign judgments.
As a leading family law firm in Hong Kong, we understand the importance of family law dispute resolution and the benefits of avoiding lengthy and costly litigation. We always strive to resolve family law issues amicably and constructively through negotiation, mediation, or collaborative practice. However, if litigation is unavoidable, we will represent our clients vigorously and assertively in the Family Court of Hong Kong or any other relevant forum.
Divorce Law
Divorce law is a subset of family law that deals with the legal dissolution of marriage and the consequences thereof, such as division of marital assets, spousal maintenance, child custody, and child support. It can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the grounds for divorce. In Hong Kong, the only basis for divorce is the irretrievable breakdown of marriage, which can be proved by one of the five facts: adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion, separation for one year with consent, or separation for two years without consent.
Divorce law can be complicated and stressful, particularly when there are disputes over the terms and conditions of the divorce. That is why you need a qualified and experienced divorce lawyer to advise you on your legal rights and obligations and to assist you in obtaining a fair and reasonable outcome. At TITUS, we have a team of skilled and compassionate divorce lawyers who can help you with all aspects of divorce law, including filing the divorce petition, negotiating the ancillary relief, and finalising the divorce decree. We also handle complex and cross-border divorce cases involving jurisdictional issues, foreign assets, and international child custody.
As a reputable divorce law firm in Hong Kong, we understand the emotional and financial impact of divorce on our clients and their families. We always aim to minimise conflict and hostility and to facilitate a smooth and amicable divorce process. We offer various divorce law dispute resolutions, such as mediation, collaborative practice, and arbitration, to help our clients reach a mutually acceptable agreement without going to court. However, if litigation is necessary, we will represent our clients zealously and effectively in the Family Court of Hong Kong or any other relevant forum.
Trust & Private Wealth Structuring (PW)
We are well aware of entrepreneurs’ desire to protect their hard-earned wealth from surprises arising from complex tax regimes and unexpected claims and creditors. A good trust arrangement will not only preserve your assets but also pass them on to the next generations in an organised and seamless manner. We have vast experience setting up private trusts customised to your individual needs and circumstances, especially your tax residency, retirement plans and family circumstances.
Apart from private trust, we are also experienced in advising corporations and individuals on their pension trusts and other incentive arrangements, e.g., Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A good pension and incentive arrangement is crucial nowadays for corporations to retain the best talents. We also advise individuals on their rights and entitlements under the pension plans and incentive schemes.
We understand that, apart from preserving the family wealth, giving back to society could be equally if not more rewarding. However, turning a philanthropic concept into reality can be challenging, and even more so without proper advice. We can advise on establishing and operating a charitable trust or other forms of charity. A tailored trust deed or Articles of Association will set a good foundation for the management and supervision of the entity. Moreover, we will assist in obtaining the tax exemption status under s.88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap. 112) to ensure proper recognition.
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If you want to learn more about our divorce lawyers or family law dispute resolution and divorce services we provide in Hong Kong, feel free to contact us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start divorce proceedings?
Issue an application for divorce or a divorce petition. Once done, the paperwork will be served to your spouse. The Family Court in Hong Kong will then deal with the case. Should you find yourself wanting a divorce or having been served with divorce papers, contact a lawyer from a well-known Hong Kong law firm specialising in divorce and family law.
Who gets custody of children following a divorce?
In Hong Kong, when it comes to the custody of children in the event of a divorce, the Family Court will decide based on the well-being of the children. This may mean granting sole custody to one of the parents or joint custody, whereby both parents have the right to make a joint decision on major issues, such as education, health, and housing for where the children will live. TITUS is a well-known family law firm in Hong Kong with a team of qualified divorce lawyers who are more than capable of handling divorce and custodial disputes.
How long do divorce proceedings and child custody disputes take, and how much does it cost?
At TITUS, we offer a range of services, including intellectual property rights, investment funds, family law dispute resolutions, and more. Come talk to us about what legal action you plan to take, and we will provide you with a timeline and fee for the entire process.