By following an approach based on ‘clear communication’ and ’practical advice’, Lewis Silkin has vast experience of handling disputes before the Labour Tribunal and High Court, with notable expertise in unreasonable variation and non-compete clause claims. The practice is especially skilled in advising on data privacy matters and complex immigration affairs, as the head Catherine Leung is an expert on the whole spectrum of employment-related work. Jezamine Fewins supports clients in high-profile litigation cases, whilst both Gladys Ching and David Kong are cited as integral team players.
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‘Very responsive. Great hands-on support. Great assistance not only on complicated legal questions, but also on resolving delicate employment issues.’
‘Catherine Leung has great legal skills. She always looks to developing the best legal strategy for her clients. Katy Lee is a highly skilled, proactive negotiator. Always has her clients' back.’
‘The team comprises experienced professionals who possess in-depth knowledge of employment law and related areas. They demonstrate a strong understanding of the complexities and nuances of employment cases, enabling them to provide comprehensive and effective advice to us.’
‘Catherine Leung exhibits a remarkable level of responsiveness and timeliness in their communication and deliverables. She understands the importance of timely advice in employment cases and strive to provide prompt responses to our queries.'
'Catherine fosters a collaborative approach both within the firm and with us. They work seamlessly as a team, leveraging each other's strengths and expertise to deliver comprehensive and effective solutions. This collaborative mindset extends to their interactions with us.’
‘I enjoy working with the Lewis Silkin Labour and employment practice in HK. They are always responsive, and provide timely and practical advice.’
‘Each individual I work with is always responsive and provides timely and practical advice.’
‘Quick responses to queries. Intervene sensitively to provide advice about changes to current practice.’
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisting an ex-employee of Manulife in defending urgent application by Manulife to enforce a non-compete clause.
- Representing the former CEO of a Hong Kong company seeking to recover his LTIP entitlements as well as other contractual remuneration.
- Assisted a leading global reinsurance company to apply to strike out its ex-employee (the Plaintiff)’s claim on the basis that by commencing the claim in the High Court there was an abuse of process at the Labour Tribunal had exclusive jurisdiction over a claim of money arising from the breach of a term of an employment contract.
Anwält*innen
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Praxisleitung
Catherine Leung
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Jezamine Fewins; Gladys Ching; David Kong; Katy Lee