Are lawyers in demand in Hong Kong?
demand for talent in private practices
Recruitment activities within the private practices will remain rather constant in 2023, as they continue to focus their hiring efforts on fund lawyers, onshore and offshore lawyers as well as paralegals..
Can foreign lawyers practice in Hong Kong?
To practise as a foreign lawyer in Hong Kong (either in a local firm or in a registered foreign law firm) that person has to be registered with the Law Society.
A foreign law firm practising in Hong Kong also has to be registered..
Can foreign lawyers work in Hong Kong?
To practise as a foreign lawyer in Hong Kong (either in a local firm or in a registered foreign law firm) that person has to be registered with the Law Society.
A foreign law firm practising in Hong Kong also has to be registered..
How many law firms are there in Hong Kong?
At the end of May 2022, 939 local solicitor firms and 83 foreign law firms were operating in Hong Kong, including more than half of the Global 100 law firms..
Top 30 law firms Australia
Where Do International Lawyers Work? Many international lawyers work in law firms that have departments specializing in international trade or international finance.
Such firms tend to be located in large cities..
Top law firms in Hong Kong
Foreign lawyers can now be admitted as Hong Kong solicitors either by obtaining an exemption from, or by passing, the Overseas Lawyers Qualification Examination administered by the Law Society of Hong Kong.
For details of the qualification and admission requirements, please visit the Law Society of Hong Kong's website..
What are the magic circle law firms in Hong Kong?
Meet the Magic Circle in Hong Kong 2023 — with Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance, Freshfields, Linklaters and Slaughter and May.
Join us on Wednesday 18 October for a virtual student event featuring the five Magic Circle law firms in Hong Kong: Allen & Overy, Clifford Chance, Freshfields, Linklaters and Slaughter and May..
Why work as a lawyer in Hong Kong?
“There is a good selection of international and local law firms and a wide range of practice areas, which makes HK a good place to start for legal career-seekers.” DM: I was attracted to Hong Kong as a place to practice because of its dynamic environment and the fast rate of growth of its funds industry..
