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Deacons’ IP department will be attending the 2024 AIPPI World Congress in Hangzhou, China, from October 19-22. Our firm will be represented by Annie Tsoi, Partner and Co-head of IP Catherine H. Zheng, Partner and Co-head of IP Dora Si, Partner Ian Liu, Partner Gao Ping (Pearl), Senior Trade Mark Attorney Andy Yu, Senior Associate We will be at booth D24, we look forward to reconnecting with our clients and colleagues, as well as making new friends. If you would like to schedule a meeting with us during the conference, please email us at IPinvites@deacons.com. #DeaconsIP #IntellectualProperty #AIPPI2024 #AIPPIWorldCongress2024

On 16 August 2024, the Hong Kong Stock Exchange published a consultation paper on proposals to further expand its paperless listing regime with a view to further enhancing operational and regulatory efficiency. In this client alert, Deacons’ Corporate Finance partners discuss the key proposals, which include, among others: ●  to require issuers to provide securities holders with the option to send instructions to issuers electronically; ●  to require issuers to provide securities holders with the option to receive real-time electronic payment of proceeds in connection with issuers’ corporate actions; ●  to require issuers to provide securities holders with the option to pay subscription monies for offers electronically; ●  to abolish Mixed Media Offers; and ●  to require issuers to ensure their constitutional documents enable them to hold hybrid general meetings and provide E-voting. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g46PxNYS #Deacons #DeaconsCorporateFinance #DeaconsCapitalMarkets #HongKongStockExchange #ListingRules #Paperless 

Last weekend, we hosted an exciting family STEM workshop for our colleagues and their children with a special focus on exploring machine learning technology to build smart recycling bin. They used micro:bits, sensors and simple materials to build prototypes of intelligent waste receptacles and worked together to learn the basics of coding and electronics. It was inspiring to see the creativity and problem-solving skills as the families brought their environmentally-friendly ideas to life. The workshop provided a valuable hands-on learning opportunity that nurtures STEM education and sustainable innovation for the next generation. #Deacons #WorkingFamilies #ESG #Environmental #STEM #Innovation #Education #STEMEducation #FamilySTEMWorkshop 

Deacons Cares’ 2024 Annual Blood Drive, in partnership with the Hong Kong Red Cross Blood Transfusion Service, was a resounding success. Nearly 70 Deacons staff registered, with 50 successful donors making a life-saving difference on 19th July 2024. On behalf of the Hong Kong Red Cross and those who rely on blood transfusions, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all donors, past and present. Deacons Cares is committed to making a positive impact, and we couldn't do it without support from everyone involved. Stay tuned for exciting updates on our future events. #DeaconsCares #DeaconsCSR #CorporateSocialResponsibility #BloodDonation #DonateBloodSaveLife

Our Construction Consultant Stanley Lo, in his capacity as Vice-Chairperson of Hong Kong Mediation Council, was invited by the Department of Justice (DoJ) to speak in a live broadcast called《深度思维·大湾区法智汇客厅》, co-organised by DoJ and Justice Bureau of Shenzhen Municipality (深圳市司法局), on 16 July 2024. The theme of this 6th episode of the programme was《深港协作 打造全球商事调解优选地》. Stanley along with Mr. Guihe Wen, Vice Chair of Shenzhen Commercial Mediation Association and Secretary General of Shenzhen Qianhai International Commercial Mediation Centre, had an in-depth dialogue on the development of mediation practice in Hong Kong and Shenzhen. They also shared how these two places can work together to make the Greater Bay Area a preferred destination for international commercial mediation. During the discussion, Stanley explained that the main advantage of Hong Kong's mediation service lies in the fact that Hong Kong follows the common law system, which is well aligned with commercial practices in other common law countries. Hong Kong has also established a good and robust regulatory framework, including the Mediation Ordinance, the Hong Kong Mediation Code, the accreditation of mediators under the statutory body of Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Limited, as well as the growing number of mediation service providers. In addition, Hong Kong has a large number of professionals from diverse backgrounds, who are well-versed in international laws and have multilingual abilities, with frequent interactions with the international legal communities and various industries. The programme was produced by Shenzhen Media Group. Please scan the QR code on the image in WeChat app and swipe left to "Live Replay" to view the full version of the episode. #Deacons #LitigationandDisputeResolution #Mediation #Litigation #GBA #GreaterBayArea #MediaInterview

In the interview with Asian Private Banker, Taylor Hui explained that Deacons had identified private wealth as a growth area and had established a private wealth team three years ago. In addition, the Hong Kong government's efforts to boost the asset and wealth management industry, such as the new Capital Investment Entrant Scheme, have benefitted the firm's work in this area. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dKjz-XTW Learn more about our Financial Services practice here: https://lnkd.in/gqKmBm7v #Deacons #DeaconsFinancialServices #PrivateWealth #WealthPlanning #InvestmentFunds #AssetManagement #CIES #IPO

We are delighted to announce that our Head of Family, Mental Capacity and Vulnerable Client Practice Sherlynn G Chan has been recognised in the Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2024 - Private Wealth Law (International Firms) practice area. Sherlynn is an experienced family and private wealth lawyer and is consistently regarded by her clients. - "Sherlynn is excellent at grasping multi-layered complexity and then pushing through it with elegant solutions that address shifting family dynamics." - "She always offers a very practical approach and thinks outside the box." - "Sherlynn is personable, professional and dedicated." Thanks to our clients and peers for the continued support and congratulations to Sherlynn on this well-deserved recognition! #Deacons #HighNetWorth #FamilyLaw #PrivateWealth #Chambers #Recognition

On 23 July 2024, our Construction practice hosted another successful client seminar, in which Partner Justin Yuen and Associate Arthur Tang, spoke on the topic “Compensation Events in NEC Contracts”.   During the seminar, Arthur explained the main payment options of the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC), followed by Justin who further provided valuable insights on the identification, management, and assessment of compensation events under NEC4 Contract. They also shared with the participants how to apply the principles in case studies.   Learn more about our Construction practice here: https://lnkd.in/g95ERAfV   #Deacons #DeaconsConstruction #Construction #CompensationEvents #NECContracts

We are excited to announce that Deacons has won at the China Business Law Awards 2024 by China Business Law Journal in the following eight categories: ● AI, technology & telecoms ● Asset management ● Capital markets (Hong Kong and overseas) ● Dispute resolution (Cross-border) ● Employment & labour ● Family wealth management ● Insurance & reinsurance ● IP (Copyright) Congratulations to our colleagues for achieving this special recognition in their respective practice areas and industrial sectors! China Business Law Journal is a monthly magazine for China-focused business and legal practitioners on legal and regulatory issues. China Business Law Journal has conducted extensive research and evaluation to accurately identify the top-performing firms in each field for 2023. In determining the winners, the annual China Business Law Awards are based on thousands of comments from corporate executives, in-house counsel and senior practitioners. Candidate firms were evaluated mainly through three sources of analysis: their own submissions; endorsements from client referees; and valid nominations from the industry. View the full results here: https://lnkd.in/g722b5dA #Deacons #ChinaBusinessLawAwards #ChinaBusinessLawJournal #CBLJ #LegalAwards #Awards

Our Head of Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Joseph Kwan has recently contributed to an article titled “What formal succession planning processes does your firm have in place to identify and develop the next generation of firm leaders and rainmakers?” published by Asian Legal Business. This article discussed how law firms across Asia are preparing the next generation of leaders to guide their firms into the future. Joseph shared how Deacons identifies our partners with leadership potential and encourage them to engage in management activities. He also highlighted the importance to clearly and consistently communicate our culture, vision, and values to the next generation of leaders. Read the full article in the ALB July 2024 e-magazine here: https://lnkd.in/gpt9qs_Q #Deacons #AsianLegalBusiness #ALB #leadership #nextgenerationleaders