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# Slotine

Hong Kong business law firm

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## Posts

- [Arbitration in Hong Kong: The HKIAC Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/arbitration-hong-kong-hkiac-guide/) - How arbitration works in Hong Kong: the HKIAC, the Arbitration Ordinance (Cap. 609), the model clause, costs, the 2024 Rules and enforcing an award.
- [Mareva (Freezing) Injunctions in Hong Kong: A Practical Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/mareva-freezing-injunctions-hong-kong/) - How Mareva (freezing) injunctions work in Hong Kong: the legal basis, the test, worldwide orders, freezing crypto, and orders in aid of foreign proceedings.
- [Enforcing a Mainland Chinese Judgment in Hong Kong (Cap. 645)](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/enforcing-mainland-china-judgments-hong-kong-cap-645/) - How to enforce a Mainland Chinese judgment in Hong Kong under Cap. 645 (from 29 Jan 2024): scope, exclusions, the registration procedure, and Cap. 645 vs Cap. 597.
- [Winding-Up Petition in Hong Kong: A Creditor's Guide to Compulsory Liquidation](https://slotine.hk/2026/04/winding-up-petition-hong-kong/) - A practical guide to a winding-up petition in Hong Kong under Cap. 32: the six statutory grounds, the procedure, service, advertisement, and how to fight one.
- [Statutory Demand in Hong Kong: The 21-Day Notice Before Winding-Up or Bankruptcy](https://slotine.hk/2026/03/statutory-demand-hong-kong/) - How a statutory demand works in Hong Kong: the 21-day notice, HK$10,000 threshold, company (Cap. 32) and individual (Cap. 6) forms, and how to fight one.
- [Debt Collection in Hong Kong: Legal Guide for Commercial Creditors](https://slotine.hk/2023/04/an-action-oriented-approach-to-debt-collection-in-hong-kong/) - Complete guide to debt collection in Hong Kong. Covers statutory demands, court proceedings, letters of demand, international recovery, and best practices for commercial creditors.
- [Piercing the Corporate Veil in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2026/02/practical-guide-piercing-the-corporate-veil-in-hong-kong/) - When Hong Kong courts pierce the corporate veil: the limited grounds, key case law, and how directors and shareholders can be held personally liable.
- [Foreign Direct Investment in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2026/02/practical-guide-foreign-direct-investments-in-hong-kong/) - Foreign direct investment in Hong Kong: entity choice, registration, ownership rules and the practical steps for overseas investors setting up.
- [Directors' Liability in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2026/01/practical-guide-directors-liability-in-hong-kong/) - When directors are personally liable in Hong Kong: statutory, civil and criminal exposure, and how directors can manage and reduce the risk.
- [Hong Kong Company Search: How to Find Company Information](https://slotine.hk/2026/01/practical-guide-finding-company-information-in-hong-kong/) - How to search for company information in Hong Kong: the Companies Registry, company particulars, directors and registered address, step by step.
- [Company Secretary in Hong Kong: Role and Requirements](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/company-secretary-hong-kong/) - The role of a company secretary in Hong Kong: statutory duties, who can act, the designated representative, and why every company needs one.
- [Ultimate Beneficial Owners in Hong Kong: The Significant Controllers Register](https://slotine.hk/2026/01/practical-guide-ultimate-beneficial-owners-in-hong-kong/) - Ultimate beneficial owners in Hong Kong: the Significant Controllers Register, who counts as a controller, and a company's obligations under the Companies Ordinance.
- [Share Deals vs Asset Deals in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2025/12/practical-guide-main-differences-between-share-deals-and-asset-deals-in-hong-kong/) - Share deal or asset deal in Hong Kong: the main differences in liability, tax, stamp duty and process, and how to choose the right structure.
- [Employee Share Option Plans (ESOP) in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2025/09/employee-share-option-plans-at-a-glance/) - How employee share option plans work in Hong Kong: structuring an ESOP, vesting, tax treatment and what founders and employees should know.
- [Hong Kong Private M&A: A Comparative Guide](https://slotine.hk/2025/01/mondaq-hong-kong-private-ma-comparative-guide/) - A comparative guide to private M&A in Hong Kong: deal structures, due diligence, the share purchase agreement, and completion mechanics.
- [Being a Company Director in Hong Kong: Duties and Risks](https://slotine.hk/2024/09/what-to-know-about-being-a-company-director-in-hong-kong/) - What to know about being a company director in Hong Kong: appointment, statutory and fiduciary duties, liabilities, and the risks of the role.
- [Unique Business Identifier (UBI) in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2023/12/no-more-confusion-hong-kong-adopts-unique-business-identifier/) - Hong Kong's Unique Business Identifier (UBI): what it is, when it applies, which entities are affected, and how the Companies Registry rollout impacts your CR filings.
- [Terminating an Employee, Director and Shareholder in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2023/10/when-termination-gets-tricky-terminating-an-employee-director-and-shareholder/) - How to terminate someone who is at once employee, director and shareholder in Hong Kong: the three hats, the risks, and how to unwind each relationship.
- [Hong Kong Foreign-Sourced Income Regime (FSIE): Part 2](https://slotine.hk/2023/09/hong-kongs-new-taxation-regime-for-foreign-sourced-income-part-2/) - Hong Kong's foreign-sourced income exemption regime explained (Part 2): the economic substance requirement, covered income and practical compliance.
- [Termination of Employment Contracts in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2022/08/practical-guide-termination-of-employment-contracts-hong-kong/) - How to terminate an employment contract in Hong Kong: notice, payment in lieu, summary dismissal, and the payments due on termination under the Employment Ordinance.
- [Dividend Distribution in Hong Kong vs France: Differences](https://slotine.hk/2021/12/distribution-of-dividends-in-france-and-hong-kong-differences/) - The key differences between distributing dividends in Hong Kong and in France: distributable profits, procedure and tax treatment.
- [Dividend Distribution in Hong Kong vs France: Similarities](https://slotine.hk/2021/11/distribution-of-dividends-in-france-and-hong-kong-similarities/) - How dividend distribution works in Hong Kong compared with France: the profits test, procedure and the similarities between the two regimes.
- [Summary Dismissal in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2021/08/summary-dismissal-consider-suspending-the-employee-first/) - Summary dismissal in Hong Kong: when it is justified, the risks of getting it wrong, and why employers should consider suspending the employee first.
- [Money Lenders in Hong Kong: Licensing and Vetting](https://slotine.hk/2021/08/money-lenders-a-tighter-vetting-process/) - How money lenders are regulated in Hong Kong: the licensing regime under the Money Lenders Ordinance, the tighter vetting process, and what it means for lenders.
- [Closing an Insolvent Company in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2021/08/closing-down-an-insolvent-company-without-going-to-court/) - How to close an insolvent company in Hong Kong without going to court: creditors' voluntary liquidation, the process, and directors' duties.
- [Closing a Solvent Company in Hong Kong: Winding-Up vs Deregistration](https://slotine.hk/2021/07/closing-down-a-solvent-company-winding-up-vs-deregistration/) - Closing a solvent company in Hong Kong: members' voluntary winding-up versus deregistration, the requirements of each, and how to choose.
- [Directors' Duties in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2019/09/recent-developments-in-directors-duties-in-hong-kong/) - Recent developments in directors' duties in Hong Kong: the statutory duty of care, fiduciary duties and what the case law means for directors.
- [Inheritance Tax and Estate Duty in Hong Kong: The Complete Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/inheritance-tax-estate-duty-hong-kong/) - Hong Kong has no inheritance tax or estate duty (abolished 2006). Guide to the HK position and the UK and US death taxes that still catch HK families.
- [Enduring Power of Attorney in Hong Kong (Cap. 501): A Complete Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/enduring-power-of-attorney-hong-kong/) - How an enduring power of attorney works under Cap. 501: the difference from an ordinary POA, doctor and solicitor signing, powers, duties and registration.
- [Executor of a Will in Hong Kong: Duties, Powers and the Foreign Executor](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/executor-of-a-will-hong-kong/) - What a Hong Kong executor must do: duties, powers under the Trustee Ordinance, personal liability, renouncing, and the foreign executor's position.
- [Apostille and Document Legalisation in Hong Kong: A Practical Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/08/apostille-document-legalisation-hong-kong/) - How to get a Hong Kong document apostilled or legalised for use abroad, the difference from consular legalisation, and the route for documents used in Mainland China.
- [Non-Contentious Probate Rules Hong Kong (Cap. 10A): The Practitioners' Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/03/non-contentious-probate-rules-hong-kong/) - Cap. 10A rule-by-rule guide by HK probate lawyers: caveats (r. 44), citations (r. 45), grant priority (r. 19/21), resealing, Registry errors.
- [Probate in Hong Kong: Grant of Probate, the Probate Registry and Estate Administration](https://slotine.hk/2025/02/probate-in-hong-kong-qa/) - HK probate guide: Registry procedures, Cap. 10 forms, grant of probate application, timeline, HK$265 fees & executor duties. Practitioner Q&A.
- [The Probate and Administration Ordinance (Cap. 10) and Intestates' Estates Ordinance (Cap. 73): A Practical Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/04/probate-and-administration-ordinance-hong-kong/) - Cap. 10 & Cap. 73 HK probate: grants of representation, intestate succession, statutory legacy HK$500k/$1M, Official Administrator, resealing, Cap. 30 wills.
- [Letters of Administration in Hong Kong: An Administrator's Practical Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/letters-of-administration-hong-kong/) - Applying for Letters of Administration in Hong Kong: who can apply, Form L variants, sureties, administrator duties, foreign administrators.
- [Cross-Border China Hong Kong M&A: HK as Intermediary Jurisdiction, CDTA and Structural Routes](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/cross-border-china-hong-kong-ma/) - Cross-border China Hong Kong M&A: HK as an intermediary jurisdiction, HK-China CDTA on dividend and royalty flows, Mainland outbound and inbound routes, GBA integration, and practical structuring for European and Asian investors.
- [Hong Kong Private M&A Closing Checklist: Pre-Signing, Signing, Closing and Post-Closing](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/hong-kong-private-ma-closing-checklist/) - Hong Kong private M&A closing checklist: pre-signing, signing, closing (stamping, register updates, filings) and post-closing (section 45 adjudication, TOBO monitoring, integration) actions. Guide by Slotine.
- [Financial Assistance for Share Acquisitions in Hong Kong: Cap. 622 Part 5 Division 5](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/financial-assistance-cap-622-hong-kong-acquisitions/) - Financial assistance for share acquisitions in Hong Kong under Cap. 622 sections 274-283: prohibition, exceptions, small FA 5% procedure, LBO structuring solutions and offence risk.
- [TOBO Cap. 49 and Hong Kong Asset Deals: The Creditor Protection Trap](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/tobo-cap-49-hong-kong-asset-deals/) - Transfer of Businesses (Protection of Creditors) Ordinance (Cap. 49) in Hong Kong asset deals: buyer inherits seller debts including IRD tax, notice mechanism, 1-year limitation, and SPA drafting protections.
- [Hong Kong Takeovers Code and Public M&A: Mandatory Offers, Whitewash and Scheme of Arrangement](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/hong-kong-takeovers-code-mandatory-offers/) - Hong Kong Takeovers Code and public M&A: Rule 26 mandatory general offer at 30%, creeper rule, chain principle, whitewash waiver, and takeover offer vs scheme under Cap. 622 s. 674.
- [Earn-Outs and Deferred Consideration in Hong Kong M&A: Structures, Anti-Manipulation Covenants and Tax](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/earn-outs-deferred-consideration-hong-kong-ma/) - Earn-outs and deferred consideration in Hong Kong M&A: EBITDA, revenue and milestone structures, locked-box vs completion accounts, anti-manipulation covenants, and salaries tax risk under Cap. 112 s. 9.
- [Warranties and Indemnities in Hong Kong M&A: Caps, Baskets, Disclosure Letter and W&I Insurance](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/warranties-indemnities-hong-kong-ma/) - Warranties and indemnities in Hong Kong M&A: caps, baskets, de minimis, survival periods, disclosure letter, misrepresentation (Cap. 284), and W&I insurance. Guide by Slotine.
- [Share Purchase Agreement in Hong Kong: A Complete Legal Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/04/share-purchase-agreement-hong-kong/) - Slotine's M&A lawyers advise on share purchase agreements in Hong Kong and cross-border transactions. Expert guidance on SPAs, conditions precedent and completion mechanics.
- [Mergers and Acquisitions in Hong Kong: Legal Framework and Practice](https://slotine.hk/2026/04/mergers-and-acquisitions-hong-kong/) - Slotine advises on M&A in Hong Kong: share and asset deals, regulatory approvals, due diligence and cross-border transactions. M&A counsel for buyers and sellers
- [Stamp Duty on Hong Kong M&A Transactions: Share Transfers, Property AVD and Intra-Group Relief](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/stamp-duty-hong-kong-ma-transactions/) - Stamp duty on Hong Kong M&A: 0.2% aggregate on share transfers under Cap. 117 head 2(1), property AVD in asset deals, section 45 intra-group relief with 2-year clawback.
- [Family Offices in Hong Kong: Setup, Legal Structure and Tax Regime](https://slotine.hk/2025/01/international-fiscal-association-hong-kongs-family-office-regime/) - Setting up a family office in Hong Kong: SFO vs MFO structures, legal setup, tax regime, compliance requirements. Practitioner overview.
- [Certificate of Resident Status Hong Kong (CoR): DTA Application Guide](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/apply-for-certificate-of-tax-residency-in-hong-kong-company/) - Applying for a Hong Kong Certificate of Resident Status (CoR) from the IRD to claim DTA relief: required documents, application form, 21 working days processing.
- [Distribution Agreement: Exclusive vs Non-Exclusive, A Drafting Guide for Hong Kong and Cross-Border Trade](https://slotine.hk/2026/06/distribution-agreement-exclusive-non-exclusive/) - Exclusive vs non-exclusive distribution under Hong Kong law: five structural models, key clauses, trade-offs and Competition Ordinance limits.
- [Letter of Intent (LOI) in M&A: Hong Kong Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/05/letter-of-intent-ma-hong-kong/) - How to draft an M&A Letter of Intent in Hong Kong: binding clauses, exclusivity, governing law, common pitfalls.
- [IP Licensing Agreement: A Drafting Guide for Hong Kong and Cross-Border Deals](https://slotine.hk/2026/06/ip-licensing-agreement-hong-kong/) - Hong Kong IP licensing guide: exclusive vs sole vs non-exclusive, royalty structures, 4.95% withholding tax on royalties and cross-border issues.
- [Carried Interest Tax Hong Kong: Schedule 16D Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/05/carried-interest-tax-hong-kong/) - Hong Kong's 0% carried interest tax concession under Schedule 16D Cap. 112: qualifying conditions, HKMA certification, substance test.
- [Hong Kong Patent Box: 5% Concessionary IP Tax Rate (Ordinance 2024)](https://slotine.hk/2025/01/international-fiscal-association-hong-kongs-new-tax-concessions-for-intellectual-property/) - Hong Kong patent box regime (IR Amendment Ordinance 2024, enacted 5 July 2024): 5% concessionary rate on eligible IP income vs 16.5% standard, retroactive from 2023/24.
- [Hong Kong Employment Law Q&A: Labour Tribunal Proceedings](https://slotine.hk/2024/08/hong-kong-employment-law-qa-labour-tribunal-proceedings/) - Hong Kong Labour Tribunal Q&A: jurisdiction under Cap. 25, filing, hearing procedure, awards, appeals & enforcement. Employment lawyers' practical guide.
- [Limited Partnership Fund (LPF) Hong Kong Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/05/limited-partnership-fund-hong-kong/) - Hong Kong LPF Cap. 637: structure, registration, tax, re-domiciliation. Onshore alternative to Cayman ELP for PE, VC and PE/RE funds.
- [Hong Kong Regulatory Update: New Stablecoins Regulatory Regime](https://slotine.hk/2025/06/hong-kong-regulatory-update-new-stablecoins-regulatory-regime/) - Hong Kong's new stablecoins regulatory regime: the licensing requirement for fiat-referenced stablecoin issuers and what it means for the market.
- [Startup 101: Are you really ready for early stage-financing?](https://slotine.hk/2022/05/startup-101-are-you-really-ready-for-early-stage-financing/) - Tools for early-stage financing of startups can make the access to game-changing financing quick and painless. Here’s some key considerations to help you.
- [Compulsory Winding-Up in Hong Kong: What Happens After the Court Order](https://slotine.hk/2021/06/compulsory-winding-up-what-to-expect-once-a-creditor-has-petitioned/) - After a Hong Kong winding-up order (Cap. 32): the liquidator's role, creditors' committee, proof of debts, the order of priority, and clawing back transactions.
- [Caveat in Probate Hong Kong: When to Lodge One and What Happens Next](https://slotine.hk/2026/06/caveat-in-probate-hong-kong/) - When and how to lodge a caveat at the Hong Kong Probate Registry: grounds, Form C1.1, fees, the warning and appearance process, withdrawal, and litigation.
- [Wills in Hong Kong: How to Draft, Validate and Update Your Will](https://slotine.hk/2025/02/wills-in-hong-kong-qa/) - How to write a valid will in Hong Kong: formalities under Cap. 30, appointing an executor, common mistakes, and expat and cross-border wills
- [Share Buy-Backs and Treasury Shares in Hong Kong: A Companies Ordinance Guide](https://slotine.hk/2025/11/managing-capital-and-exits-share-buy-backs-in-hong-kong/) - A practical guide to share buy-backs and treasury shares in Hong Kong under Cap. 622: sources of funds, solvency statement, procedure, stamp duty and pitfalls.
- [Probate Checklist Hong Kong: An Executor's Step-by-Step Guide for the First 30 Days and Beyond](https://slotine.hk/2026/07/probate-checklist-hong-kong/) - What to do when someone dies in Hong Kong: a 23-step probate checklist covering the first 30 days, the application, and the executor's post-grant duties
- [Juristes & Fiscalistes Associes | Hong Kong - Régime des family offices](https://slotine.hk/2025/01/international-fiscal-association-hong-kongs-family-office-regime/) - Explorez le régime des family offices de Hong Kong : avantages, structures juridiques, avantages fiscaux et exigences de conformité pour la gestion de patrimoine.
- [Press Release: PURE Group & Rue Madame Fashion Group in JV for PURE Apparel Business](https://slotine.hk/2022/05/press-release-pure-group-rue-madame-fashion-group-in-jv-for-pure-apparel-business/) - PURE Group’s apparel business across all locations has come under the management of Rue Madame Fashion Group. RMFG was advised by Maëva Slotine.
- [Service Level Agreement (SLA): A Legal Drafting Guide for Hong Kong B2B Contracts](https://slotine.hk/2026/06/service-level-agreement-drafting-guide/) - Hong Kong SLA drafting guide: SLA vs MSA, the three SLA models, metrics, service credits, Cap. 71 limits and penalty enforceability. By Slotine.
- [Practical Guide: International Joint Ventures in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2026/02/practical-guide-international-joint-ventures-in-hong-kong/) - Structuring an international joint venture in Hong Kong - key legal, tax, and governance considerations. Contact Slotine for joint venture advice and documentation.
- [The Corporate Governance Code in Hong Kong: A Practical Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/04/corporate-governance-code-hong-kong/) - Practical guide to the HKEX Corporate Governance Code for Hong Kong companies, including the 2025 amendments. Advice from Slotine, corporate lawyers in HK.
- [Removal of Directors in Hong Kong: A Practical Legal Guide](https://slotine.hk/2026/04/removal-of-directors-hong-kong/) - Slotine advises on the removal of directors in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance. Understand the procedure, shareholders rights, director protections and post-removal obligations.
- [Private debt restructuring during Covid-19: overcoming travel restrictions to enter into a notarised acknowledgment of debt](https://slotine.hk/2020/07/overcoming-travel-restrictions-to-sign-private-and-notarised-documents/) - Case study of how China creditor and French debtor arranged signature of documents remotely - a temporary solution we'd like to continue using for clients.
- [Slotine Celebrates Five Year Anniversary](https://slotine.hk/2021/10/slotine-celebrates-five-year-anniversary/) - Slotine celebrates five years as a Hong Kong business law firm. Reflecting on growth, key matters, and what's next. Contact us to learn how we can help your business.
- [Hong Kong’s new taxation regime for foreign-sourced income (Part 3)](https://slotine.hk/2023/09/hong-kongs-new-taxation-regime-for-foreign-sourced-income-part-3/) - Part 3 of our FSIE series - transitional provisions and practical steps for affected groups. Contact Slotine for cross-border tax compliance and structuring advice.
- [LexisNexis | The role of culture in corporate governance](https://slotine.hk/2021/12/lexis-nexis-the-role-of-culture-in-corporate-governance/) - How company culture affects corporate governance in Hong Kong - HKEX's new requirements and what boards need to do. Contact Slotine for corporate governance advice.
- [Hong Kong’s new taxation regime for foreign-sourced income (Part 5)](https://slotine.hk/2023/10/hong-kongs-new-taxation-regime-for-foreign-sourced-income-part-5/) - Final part of our FSIE series - comparing Hong Kong's regime with other jurisdictions. Contact Slotine for cross-border tax planning and structuring advice.
- [LexisNexis | Importance of corporate governance for private companies in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2022/11/lexisnexis-importance-of-corporate-governance-for-private-companies-in-hong-kong/) - Why corporate governance matters for private companies in Hong Kong - key principles from the Companies Ordinance and HKIOD guidelines. Contact Slotine for advice.
- [Hong Kong’s new taxation regime for foreign-sourced income (Part 1)](https://slotine.hk/2023/09/hong-kongs-new-taxation-regime-for-foreign-sourced-income-part-1/) - Hong Kong's foreign-sourced income exemption regime explained (Part 1): the territorial system, what changed, and which income is affected.
- [Is ESG really making a difference in Hong Kong's corporate landscape?](https://slotine.hk/2023/11/is-esg-really-making-a-difference-in-hong-kongs-corporate-landscape/) - Analysis of ESG adoption in Hong Kong's corporate sector - regulatory expectations and practical implications for private companies. Contact Slotine for governance advice.
- [Designated Representative (Hong Kong)](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/designated-representative-hong-kong/) - Every Hong Kong company must appoint a designated representative for its significant controllers register. Learn the requirements. Contact Slotine for compliance advice.
- [Singapore Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): guidelines to comply](https://slotine.hk/2020/04/singapore-personal-data-protection-act-pdpa-guidelines-to-comply/) - Guide to PDPA compliance for organisations handling personal data in Singapore. Understand your obligations and accountability requirements. Enquire with Slotine.
- [Hong Kong’s new taxation regime for foreign-sourced income (Part 4)](https://slotine.hk/2023/09/hong-kongs-new-taxation-regime-for-foreign-sourced-income-part-4/) - Part 4 of our FSIE series - Hong Kong's foreign-sourced income exemption in practice. Contact Slotine for cross-border tax structuring and compliance advice.
- [Why AGMs are a must and how to make them matter](https://slotine.hk/2022/10/why-agms-are-a-must-and-how-to-make-them-matter/) - Annual General Meetings are a legal requirement in Hong Kong. Learn what directors must do, common pitfalls, and how to run an effective AGM. Enquire with Slotine.
- [Apply for Certificate of Tax Residency  in Hong Kong (individual)](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/apply-for-certificate-of-tax-residency-in-hong-kong-individual/) - What is a Certificate of Resident Status and why is it necessary to obtain one?
- [PRESS RELEASE: Slotine welcomes Anne Quenedey as Senior Counsel](https://slotine.hk/2024/05/press-release-slotine-welcomes-anne-quenedey-as-senior-counsel/) - Anne has a well-earned reputation as a trusted advisor to both international companies and family groups, and brings with her a wealth of experience in international taxation and sophisticated legal project management.
- [COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE: Slotine accueille Anne Quenedey en tant que Senior Counsel](https://slotine.hk/2024/05/press-release-slotine-welcomes-anne-quenedey-as-senior-counsel/) - Anne jouit d’une réputation de conseillère de confiance tant auprès d’entreprises que de groupes familiaux, et apporte avec elle une riche expérience, en particulier dans les domaines de la fiscalité internationale et de la gestion de projets juridiques complexes.
- [Actualité juridique à Hong Kong : modification de la définition d’emploi continu](https://slotine.hk/2025/07/hong-kong-legal-update-changes-to-definition-of-continuous-employment/) - Découvrez comment le nouveau régime permettra à davantage d'employés à temps partiel de bénéficier du statut d'emploi continu et des protections légales.
- [Sorties d’actionnaires de société : les rachats d'actions à Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2025/11/managing-capital-and-exits-share-buy-backs-in-hong-kong/) - Un aperçu pratique des différentes méthodes de rachat d'actions pour les sociétés privées à Hong Kong, et des étapes à suivre pour une mise en œuvre conforme.
- [Hong Kong Employment Law Q&A: Annual Leave Entitlements](https://slotine.hk/2024/07/hong-kong-employment-law-qa-annual-leave-entitlements/) - How annual leave works in Hong Kong: statutory entitlement by years of service, how to calculate leave and leave pay, and unused leave on exit.
- [Termination Payments in Hong Kong Q&A](https://slotine.hk/2025/07/termination-payments-in-hong-kong-qa/) - Termination payments in Hong Kong explained: payment in lieu of notice and how it is calculated, severance and long service payment, and final pay on exit.
- [Webinar: Stablecoins Ordinance in the HK Crypto Regulatory Landscape | 22 Oct 2025](https://slotine.hk/2025/10/webinar-stablecoins-ordinance-in-the-hk-crypto-regulatory-landscape-22-oct-2025/) - Join Maeva Slotine at this Lunch & Learn Webinar on Stablecoins Ordinance in the Hong Kong Crypto Regulatory Landscape.
- [Juristes & Fiscalistes Associes | Hong Kong - Nouveau régime fiscal de faveur des brevets](https://slotine.hk/2025/01/international-fiscal-association-hong-kongs-new-tax-concessions-for-intellectual-property/) - Découvrez le nouveau régime fiscal de Hong Kong, qui offre des allègements rétroactifs pour les revenus de propriété intellectuelle éligibles à partir de 2023/2024.
- [Rupture du contrat de travail à Hong Kong – Questions fréquentes sur les indemnités de fin de contrat](https://slotine.hk/2025/07/termination-payments-in-hong-kong-qa/) - Les erreurs dans le calcul des indemnités de licenciement sont une cause fréquente de différend. Dans notre Questions-Réponses, nous répondons aux questions les plus fréquemment posées à Hong Kong.
- [Intra-group Transfer of Shares](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/intra-group-transfer-of-shares/) - Corporate authorizations – including for the target company in the USA – and initial draft transaction documents were ready within ten business days.
- [Compliance Review](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/compliance-review/) - Directly or through our network, we assisted new director with questions which arose, including various assignments of debt and tax consultations.
- [GDPR: The rule, your obligations and our commitment to help you](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/gdpr-the-rule-your-obligations-and-our-commitment-to-help-you/) - This article will help you get started with compliance or provide an helpful checklist.
- [Does it matter where I store my data?](https://slotine.hk/2019/08/does-it-matter-where-i-store-my-data/) - What is considered as data? Data is any information collected to be examined, analysed, and used to help decision-making, or from which conclusions can be drawn. Data also refers to information in an electronic form that is suitable to be stored and used by a computer.[1] “Personal data,” meanwhile, refers to information that relates to
- [May I video-record my employee at the workplace?](https://slotine.hk/2019/08/may-i-video-record-my-employee-at-the-workplace/) - 1. Workplace monitoring in general: Generally speaking, employee monitoring is a very widespread practice, used, to some degree, by most of companies. Employers are entitled to monitor almost everything employees do at work as long as the reason for monitoring is important enough to the business. This note focuses on ongoing, routine, monitoring of employees.
- [What do you sign up for by giving your business card?](https://slotine.hk/2019/12/protection-of-data-contained-in-business-cards/) - Our memo is about the protection of data contained in business cards regarding Hong Kong and Singapore regulations.
- [What can we do for international groups?](https://slotine.hk/2025/03/what-can-we-do-for-international-groups/) - We assist international groups at every stage, from market entry and organic growth to acquisitions, restructurings, and company closures.
- [Force Majeure Hardship or Frustration](https://slotine.hk/2020/04/force-majeure-hardship-or-frustration/) - How can you, during the Coronavirus Outbreak, be discharged of your contractual obligations in Singapore?
- [Register of Significant Controllers - France, Hong Kong and Singapore comparison](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/register-of-significant-controllers-france-hong-kong-and-singapore-comparison/) - The same causes - OECD BEPS action plan and international fight against money-laundering and terrorist financing - have led very different jurisdictions to adopt similar provisions. Our table compares the provisions in the three jurisdictions highlighting the similarities and the differences. Duties of French, Hong Kong and Singapore companies to disclose beneficial ownership In line
- [Que savoir sur les plans d'attribution de stock-options à Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2025/09/employee-share-option-plans-at-a-glance/) - Comprendre les plans d’attribution de stock-options aux salariés à Hong Kong - intéressement sous forme d'options qui permettent aux salariés d'acquérir des actions de l'entreprise pour laquelle ils travaillent.
- [Hong Kong Employment Update: Abolition of MPF Offsetting Mechanism](https://slotine.hk/2024/08/hong-kong-employment-update-abolition-of-mpf-offsetting-mechanism/) - Get an overview of the upcoming changes and transitional arrangements related to the abolition of the Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) offsetting mechanism.
- [Localisation of Employment Contracts](https://slotine.hk/2025/02/localisation-of-employment-contracts/) - Explore how we crafted a compliant and adaptable employment contract for a luxury group's Asia-Pacific subsidiaries.
- [Hong Kong Legal Update: Changes to Definition of Continuous Employment](https://slotine.hk/2025/07/hong-kong-legal-update-changes-to-definition-of-continuous-employment/) - The change to the definition of continuous employment in Hong Kong: the move away from the 418 rule and what it means for employees and employers.
- [RTHK The Close: Due Diligence with Maeva Slotine](https://slotine.hk/2025/10/rthk-the-close-due-diligence-with-maeva-slotine/) - This episode explores the nuances of due diligence, from identifying red flags to the differing approaches of buyers and vendors.
- [UGGC Avocats enters into an association with Hong Kong law firm SLOTINE](https://slotine.hk/2019/04/uggc-avocats-enters-into-an-association-with-hong-kong-law-firm-slotine/) - UGGC Avocats, a French business law firm, established in Europe, Africa, Asia
- [Where should I register my trademark?](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/where-should-i-register-my-trademark/) - 1. INTRODUCTION In most countries, the regulations on trademarks are based upon a principle that allows the first registrant to own the trademark. Thus, not registering a trademark involves two major risks: When being copied, it could be very challenging or even impossible to lodge a counterfeiting claim. When a third party registers the same
- [Case study - GDPR & DPA](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/gdpr-dpa-case-study/) - We had the opportunity to help the team of a large international insurance company based in Singapore to remain compliant with the GDPR’s requirements. As a sensitive data controller, our client has an obligation to enter into Data Processing Agreements (DPA) with their suppliers. Actions: We acted along the legal department team of our client
- [Case study - Website terms of use](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/commercial-compliance-set-up-in-hong-kong-case-study/) - We helped a small company, specialised in IT, based in France, to update and adapt their website terms and conditions of use needed for launching their website in Hong Kong. Actions: We have made a complete clean-up of their website terms and conditions of use in France to make them compliant (1) with the GDPR’s
- [SLOTINE advises the founders of Ubudu Asia by Hiploca Limited](https://slotine.hk/2019/07/slotine-advises-the-founders-of-ubudu-asia-by-hiploca-limited-on-the-sale-of-their-shares-to-the-french-company-ubudu/) - SLOTINE has advised the founders of Ubudu Asia by Hiploca Ltd on the sale of their shares to the French company Ubudu. Ubudu is a company based in Paris, France and has offices in Hong Kong and in Warsaw, Poland.
- [SLOTINE advises Yoopies on the acquisition of HelperChoice](https://slotine.hk/2019/08/slotine-advises-yoopies-on-the-acquisition-of-helperchoice/) - SLOTINE advised French company Yoopies on the acquisition of the entire share capital of Hong Kong company HelperChoice. Yoopies established itself as Europe’s first platform for online childcare, allowing families to choose home care professionals based on social recommendation. Yoopies was founded by Benjamin Suchar and Jessica Cymerman in 2012 and now operates in 16 European countries.
- [Corporate Governance](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/corporate-governance/) - We delivered the group’s corporate governance policies within the deadline assigned.
- [Debt Collection](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/debt-collection/) - Party C paid its debt to the Company more or less according to the terms of the new settlement plan. The whole amount due to Party D could be repaid within 2 months.
- [Employees' Share Option](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/employees-share-option/) - Our client was been very agreeably surprised by the clarity and exhaustiveness of the employees share option plan provided.
- [Investment in SFC Regulated Hong Kong Company](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/investment-in-sfc-regulated-hong-kong-company/) - Assisting French law firm to review investment documentation, term sheet, investment agreement, shareholders agreement to make adaptations to Hong Kong law
- [Shareholders’ Agreement](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/shareholders-agreement/) - Making the time to get shareholders together and immediately produce new legal drafts can make things move efficiently!
- [Due Diligence (Coordination & Legal)](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/due-diligence-coordination-legal/) - We consider independent due diligence as an absolute necessary expense: once a target company has been purchased it's too late.
- [Acquisition Finance & Investment](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/acquisition-finance-investment/) - Efforts made in advance to structure the discussions regarding the funding as well as the investment itself paid off!
- [Share Charge (LBO Debt Security)](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/share-charge-lbo-debt-security/) - As part of a secondary LBO transaction in France, we were instructed to prepare a deed of release in relation to a previous share charge granted on shares in a Hong Kong company, a new share charge on the same shares as well as legal opinion on the new share charge.
- [Startup Capital Raising](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/startup-capital-raising/) - Helping start-up founders feel confident that the balance of rights given vs valuation of the company and investment amount is fair.
- [Covid19 Crisis – Working Time Reduction](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/covid19-crisis-working-time-reduction/) - Reduction of working hours / salaries considered by many Hong Kong companies as an option to reduce costs without compromising company’s ability to bounce back.
- [Commercial Agreements Review](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/commercial-agreements-review/) - Creating a full set of suitable standard documents for negotiations with potential new licensees which enabled the client to focus on business negotiations.
- [ZEROBRIDGE Short and medium term financing, liquidity and liability management strategies](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/zerobridge-short-and-medium-term-financing-liquidity-and-liability-management-strategies/) - Zerobridge is a debt advisory firm focusing on debt restructuring, lender negotiations and raising new debt and other types of private capital for companies in Asia Pacific
- [UGGC The impact of Covid-19 on international contracts - A multi-jurisdictional analysis](https://slotine.hk/2020/04/uggc-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-international-contracts-multi-jurisdictional-analysis-2/) - UGGC Law Firm organised a webinar addressing the most salient features of Covid-19 induced legislations and their impacts on commercial contracts.
- [Three takeaways from the “Venture Deals Summer 2020” online course](https://slotine.hk/2020/09/three-takeaways-from-the-venture-deals-summer-2020-online-course/) - I had a great experience on the Venture Deals online course I took this summer, provided by @Kauffmen Fellows and @Techstars on the @NoveEd platform. Hearing venture capitalists @Brad Field and @Jason Mendelson share insider information about what investors look for in start-ups, and what entrepreneurs should/shouldn’t do to before approaching funds for investment was truly eye-opening!
- [Contracting after Covid-19 - How to adapt your contract templates in 2020 and beyond](https://slotine.hk/2020/10/contracting-after-covid-19-how-to-adapt-your-contract-templates-in-2020-and-beyond/) - It won’t be back to “business as usual”. There are important changes to make when drafting contracts, especially international ones, in a post-pandemic world.
- [LexisNexis | Corporate governance for private companies: when does it matter](https://slotine.hk/2021/02/lexis-nexis-corporate-governance-for-private-companies-when-does-it-matter/) - Core principles in Companies Ordinance, HKIOD Guidelines & Toolkit on Corporate Governance for SMEs in Hong Kong, and rules & guidelines for listed companies.
- [Mondaq | Hong Kong Private Equity Comparative Guide](https://slotine.hk/2021/03/mondaq-hong-kong-private-equity-comparative-guide/) - Our comparative guide on private equity in Hong Kong covers everything from regulatory framework and funding structures to governance and tax considerations.
- [We are Josef certified!](https://slotine.hk/2021/12/we-are-josef-certified/) - Josef enables legal automation and Maëva Slotine is now a certified bot builder. Innovating ways to focus on your strategic work is in our core!
- [Press Release: Makers of Bistrochat app secure US$1 million in funding](https://slotine.hk/2022/02/press-release-makers-of-bistrochat-app-secure-us1-million-in-funding/) - Bistrochat Software has announced an investment of US$1 million from private investors - advised by Maëva Slotine, Founding Partner at Slotine.
- [We are Litera Transact certified!](https://slotine.hk/2022/03/we-are-litera-transact-certified/) - Mathilde Chator has completed her certification for Litera Transact, a legal transaction management application that provides transparency on the M&A process.
- [A virtual tour of Slotine's new office](https://slotine.hk/2022/03/virtual-tour-of-slotines-new-office/) - We look forward to welcoming you in person at our new beautiful place of work! We strive to revert to your questions with added-value input within 2-48 hours.
- [Founder Institute | Startup Legal in Hong Kong: Ask Top HK Lawyers Questions | 11 May 2022](https://slotine.hk/2022/05/founder-institute-startup-legal-in-hong-kong-ask-top-hk-lawyers-questions-11-may-2022/) - If you are interested in understanding how to set-up a company the right way, then join us for this online and interactive Startup Legal AMA event.
- [Slotine sees huge increase in efficiency with Litera Transact](https://slotine.hk/2022/05/slotine-sees-huge-increase-in-efficiency-with-litera-transact/) - Complex cross-border deals with digital & wet signatures are no problem - a differentiator that proves we are serious about using technology to benefit clients.
- [Press Release: Slotine Forms Association with Payne Clermont Velasco](https://slotine.hk/2022/06/press-release-slotine-forms-association-with-payne-clermont-velasco/) - This association with Payne Clermont Velasco represents a strengthening of our corporate practice and offers expanded litigation expertise seamlessly integrated
- [Invitation: Office Warming Party 27 Oct](https://slotine.hk/2022/09/invitation-office-warming-party-27-oct/) - We’re celebrating our brand-new office and would be delighted to have you join us! RSVP by 20 Oct
- [So long, 2022. Hello, 2023!](https://slotine.hk/2023/01/so-long-2022-hello-2023/) - 2023 means new opportunities and we hope this year brings some much-needed stability and progress around the world.
- [Streamlining legal management with digitalisation](https://slotine.hk/2023/03/streamlining-legal-management-with-digitalisation/) - We focus on supporting our clients in their growth, digitalising our processes has fundamentally changed the way we communicate as a team and serve our clients.
- [One country, two systems, three jurisdictions: Hong Kong’s critical role in the GBA’s vision of China](https://slotine.hk/2023/12/one-country-two-systems-three-jurisdictions-hong-kongs-critical-role-in-the-gbas-vision-of-china/) - GBA’s vision of China may indicate that Hong Kong holds keys to springboard the Guangdong Province and Macao to the next stage of economic growth.
- [Entering the Year of the Dragon on a High](https://slotine.hk/2024/01/entering-the-year-of-the-dragon-on-a-high/) - With the Lunar New Year of the Dragon on the horizon, we are extremely excited to see what the upcoming months have in store for us.
- [Slotine ranked as a top employment law firm in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/2024/03/slotine-ranked-as-a-top-employment-law-firm-in-hong-kong/) - Slotine’s growing employment practice has been recognised in Happy Hongkonger’s list of Top 10 Employment Lawyers in Hong Kong.
- [La place du droit dans les médiations](https://slotine.hk/fr/2025/12/la-place-du-droit-dans-les-mediations/) - Cet article explore le rôle du droit dans la médiation, soulignant que celle-ci favorise des solutions créatives par la négociation, éloignées des impératifs juridiques.
- [Une visite virtuelle du nouveau bureau de Slotine](https://slotine.hk/2022/03/virtual-tour-of-slotines-new-office/) - Nous sommes impatients de vous accueillir en personne sur notre nouveau lieu de travail ! Nous nous efforçons de répondre à vos questions en y apportant une valeur ajoutée dans les 2 à 48 heures.
- [Nous sommes certifiés Josef !](https://slotine.hk/2021/12/we-are-josef-certified/) - Josef permet l'automatisation juridique et Maëva Slotine est maintenant un bot builder certifié. Innover des moyens de se concentrer sur votre travail stratégique est au cœur de nos préoccupations !
- [Nous sommes certifiés Litera Transact !](https://slotine.hk/2022/03/we-are-litera-transact-certified/) - Mathilde Chator a obtenu sa certification pour Litera Transact, une application de gestion des transactions juridiques qui offre une transparence sur le processus de fusion et d'acquisition.
- [Établir une reconnaissance de dette notariée malgré les restrictions de déplacement en période de crise sanitaire (Covid 19)](https://slotine.hk/2020/07/overcoming-travel-restrictions-to-sign-private-and-notarised-documents/) - Étude de cas sur la façon dont un créancier chinois et un débiteur français ont organisé la signature de documents à distance - une solution temporaire que nous aimerions continuer à utiliser pour nos clients.
- [Distribution de dividendes en France et à Hong Kong: Similarités](https://slotine.hk/2021/11/distribution-of-dividends-in-france-and-hong-kong-similarities/) - Cet article explique comment et quand il peut être réalisé, et souligne les similitudes entre les règles applicables aux sociétés françaises et hongkongaises.
- [Distribution de dividendes en France et à Hong Kong: Différences](https://slotine.hk/2021/12/distribution-of-dividends-in-france-and-hong-kong-differences/) - Cet article présente clairement les règles applicables pour les associés bénéficiaires résidents et non-résidents, personnes physiques ou morales.
- [Slotine Fête Ses Cinq Ans](https://slotine.hk/2021/10/slotine-celebrates-five-year-anniversary/) - Slotine développe sans relâche son équipe juridique et ses réseaux pour mettre ses atouts au service de ses clients, sociétés à Hong Kong et leurs actionnaires étrangers pour réaliser leurs transactions et conseiller leurs équipes dirigeantes.
- [ZEROBRIDGE Stratégies de financement à court et moyen terme, gestion de la liquidité et du passif (en anglais)](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/zerobridge-short-and-medium-term-financing-liquidity-and-liability-management-strategies/) - Zerobridge is a debt advisory firm focusing on debt restructuring, lender negotiations and raising new debt and other types of private capital for companies in Asia Pacific
- [Révision de contrats commerciaux](https://slotine.hk/2020/03/commercial-agreements-review/) - Création d'un ensemble complet de documents standards adaptés aux négociations avec de nouveaux titulaires potentiels de licence, ce qui a permis au client de se concentrer sur les négociations commerciales.

## Pages

- [Home](https://slotine.hk/) - Slotine — boutique Hong Kong business law firm. Bilingual EN/FR partners for M&A, employment, tax, disputes. UGGC global. Free initial call.
- [Cross-border Commercial Disputes](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/cross-border-commercial-disputes/) - Slotine handles cross-border commercial disputes linked to Hong Kong: litigation, arbitration, jurisdiction, and enforcement of foreign judgments and awards.
- [Mediation](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/mediation/) - Commercial mediation in Hong Kong for B2B disputes: shareholders, JV, debt, employment. HKIAC-aligned process. Confidential, faster than litigation.
- [Shareholders & Joint Venture Disputes](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/shareholders-and-joint-venture-disputes/) - Slotine advises on shareholder and joint venture disputes in Hong Kong: deadlock, unfair prejudice petitions, exit and buy-out, and dispute resolution.
- [Private Equity & Acquisition Finance](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/private-equity-and-acquisition-finance/) - Private equity and acquisition finance lawyers in Hong Kong: fund formation, sponsor finance, leveraged buyouts, security packages. Bilingual EN/FR.
- [Start-up & Venture Capital](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/start-up-and-venture-capital/) - Startup and venture capital lawyer in Hong Kong. Fixed-fee packages for SAFE, convertible notes, term sheets, shareholders agreements, ESOP (5-day turnaround). Founders and investors from seed to Series A and beyond.
- [International Probate Hong Kong Assets](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/international-probate-hong-kong-assets/) - Slotine advises expats, foreign executors and cross-border estates on Hong Kong probate: resealing overseas grants, foreign wills, HK-Mainland succession.
- [Group Reorganisations](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/group-reorganisations/) - Hong Kong group reorganisation lawyer. Intra-group transfers, mergers, spin-offs, cross-border restructurings. Cap. 117 section 45 stamp duty relief. Structure memorandum, tax rulings, closing checklist.
- [Joint Ventures](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/joint-ventures/) - Hong Kong joint venture lawyer. Equity and contractual JVs, structuring, JV agreements, shareholders agreements, governance and deadlock, exit mechanisms. Cross-border boutique EN/FR/ZH/PT.
- [Scheme of Arrangement Hong Kong: Complete Guide](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/scheme-of-arrangement-hong-kong-complete-guide/) - Scheme of arrangement in Hong Kong under Cap. 622 sections 668 to 677: creditors and members schemes, voting thresholds (75% value + majority in number), court process, cross-border restructurings and Bermuda/Cayman comparisons.
- [Acquisitions](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/acquisitions/) - Hong Kong M&A lawyers for buy-side and sell-side advisory: share and asset deals, SPA negotiation, cross-border closings, integration. Boutique EN/FR/ZH/PT, Legalmondo network.
- [Hong Kong Tax Lawyers: M&A, Cross-Border and Fund Tax Structuring](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/tax/) - Slotine's Hong Kong tax practice: M&A structuring, FIHV 0% family office regime, patent box 5% IP tax, carried interest concession, DTA relief. Boutique law firm.
- [Legal and Tax Due Diligence for Hong Kong M&A: A Practical Guide](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/legal-and-tax-due-diligence/) - Legal and tax due diligence in Hong Kong for M&A: vendor DD, buyer DD, red-flag reports. Bilingual EN/FR partners for European acquirers.
- [Maëva Slotine](https://slotine.hk/about/maeva-slotine/) - Maeva Slotine is the founding partner of Slotine, a Hong Kong business law firm. She advises international companies on corporate law, M&A, and cross-border transactions.
- [Debt Collection in Hong Kong: A Law Firm's Approach](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/debt-collection/) - Slotine's debt collection service for creditors: pre-legal steps, statutory demand, winding-up petition, cross-border recovery, and litigation.
- [About](https://slotine.hk/about/) - Slotine — Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Bilingual EN/FR partners for M&A, employment, tax and disputes. Founded by Maëva Slotine.
- [Commercial Agreements](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/commercial-agreements/) - Slotine drafts, negotiates and advises on commercial agreements in Hong Kong: distribution, licensing, SLAs, framework agreements and bespoke.
- [Corporate Governance](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/corporate-governance/) - Corporate governance advice for Hong Kong companies and boards: HKEX Listing Rules, directors' duties, AGMs, conflicts, ESG. Slotine boutique counsel.
- [Contact](https://slotine.hk/contact-us/) - Contactez-nous au sujet de vos besoins en droit des sociétés et opérations transfrontalières à Hong Kong et en Asie.
- [Contact](https://slotine.hk/contact-us/) - Contact Slotine — Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Free initial call for M&A, employment, tax, disputes. Bilingual EN/FR partners.
- [Practice Areas](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/) - We are not a general practitioner’s firm: we focus on corporate clients - including M&A, Corporate & Commercial, Tax, Employment and Dispute Resolution.
- [Conflits entre Actionnaires & Partenaires Commerciaux](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/shareholders-and-joint-venture-disputes/) - Nous accompagnons les actionnaires de sociétés et joint ventures sur l'activation des mécanismes contractuels pertinents et l'engagement de procédures judiciaires ou de modes alternatifs de résolution des différends.
- [Rémunération, Indemnités & Intéressement](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/remuneration-compensation-incentives/) - Nous accompagnons les entreprises dans la conception et la mise en place de plans d'intéressement et de stratégies de fidélisation du personnel.
- [Remuneration, Compensation & Incentives](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/remuneration-compensation-incentives/) - Advice on remuneration, compensation and incentives in Hong Kong: employment contracts, bonuses, share options, MPF and executive pay structuring.
- [Non-Concurrence & Restrictions Post-Contractuelles](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/protect-employers-legitimate-interests/) - Nous accompagnons les entreprises en élaborant des clauses restrictives et mécanismes de fidélisation sur mesure afin de protéger leurs intérêts commerciaux et de conserver leur avantage concurrentiel.
- [Protect Employer's Legitimate Interests](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/protect-employers-legitimate-interests/) - Non-compete clauses, garden leave and restrictive covenants in Hong Kong: drafting, enforceability, injunctions. Practical advice for employers.
- [MLS Company Secretary](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/mls-company-secretary/) - Company secretary services in Hong Kong by MLS — Slotine's compliance arm: incorporation, statutory filings, UBO register, AGMs, change of director.
- [Médiation d'Affaires](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/mediation/) - Nous accompagnons nos clients dans les processus de médiation, qu'il s'agisse de résoudre un différend déjà engagé ou en prévention, lorsque les parties souhaitent rechercher un règlement l'amiable avant de s'engager dans une voie contentieuse.
- [Manage Employment Relationships](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/manage-employment-relationships/) - Hong Kong employment law counsel for HR teams: contracts, policies, MPF, visas, terminations, restructuring. Bilingual EN/FR partner-led advice.
- [Licensing & Regulatory Authorisations](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/licensing-regulatory-authorisations/) - SFC, HKMA, IA and Money Service Operator licensing in Hong Kong: applications, change of control, ongoing compliance. Boutique partner-led counsel.
- [Joint Ventures](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/joint-ventures/) - Nous assistons nos clients en matière de joint-ventures, que ce soit pour affiner leur vision stratégique à long terme ou de façon ponctuelle, en les conseillant sur les aspects juridiques et fiscaux et la rédaction de la documentation juridique.
- [Projets Internationaux](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/international-projects/) - Nous assurons un accompagnement juridique intégré à nos clients, adapté aux enjeux spécifiques des projets multi-juridictionnels.
- [International Projects](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/international-projects/) - Setting up business in Hong Kong as a foreign company: entity choice, licensing, tax structure, employment. Bilingual EN/FR. Boutique HK law firm.
- [Réorganisations & Restructurations](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/group-reorganisations/) - Nous accompagnons nos clients dans le cadre de leurs opérations de réorganisation et de restructuration, depuis l'analyse du projet jusqu'à la rédaction de la documentation relative aux transferts d'actifs, d'actions ou de dettes entre sociétés d'un même groupe.
- [Fintech & Crypto Assets](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/fintech-and-crypto-assets/) - Fintech and crypto assets law firm in Hong Kong: VASP licensing, stablecoin regime, OTC, tokenisation. Boutique partner-led counsel for SFC matters.
- [Évolution & Rupture des Relations de Travail](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/evolution-and-termination-of-employment-relationships/) - Nous accompagnons les employeurs à toutes les étapes clés de la relation de travail, qu'il s'agisse de licenciements, de détachements ou de restructurations.
- [Evolution & Termination of Employment Relationships](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/evolution-and-termination-of-employment-relationships/) - Evolution and termination of employment in Hong Kong: restructuring, role changes, transfer of undertaking, exits. Boutique partner-led HR counsel.
- [Protection des Données Personnelles](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/data-protection-privacy/) - Nous accompagnons nos clients par des conseils stratégiques et des solutions opérationnelles face aux enjeux de protection des données et de respect de la vie privée à Hong Kong.
- [Data Protection & Privacy](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/data-protection-privacy/) - PDPO compliance and data privacy advice for Hong Kong businesses: data mapping, DPP audit, breach response, cross-border transfers, GDPR interplay.
- [Différends Commerciaux Internationaux](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/cross-border-commercial-disputes/) - Nous pilotons et traitons les différends commerciaux internationaux en coordination avec nos correspondants dans d'autres juridictions concernées.
- [Gouvernance d’Entreprise](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/corporate-governance/) - Nous accompagnons nos clients dans la structuration, la négotiation et la navigation des règles régissant la gouvernance d'entreprise.
- [Contrats Commerciaux](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/commercial-agreements/) - Nous accompagnons les franchiseurs et concédants de licence dans l'adaptation des contrats types américains/européens à la région Asie-Pacifique, et les entreprises en phase de croissance dans l'élaboration de conditions générales d'achat et de vente efficaces.
- [Anti-Money Laundering & Compliance](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/anti-money-laundering-and-compliance/) - AML and compliance for Hong Kong businesses: customer due diligence, AMLO obligations, risk assessment, internal policies and regulatory investigations.
- [Rupture Amiable & Contentieuse des Relations de Travail](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/amicable-and-non-amicable-termination-of-employment-relationships/) - Nous fournissons des conseils juridiques pratiques et élaborons des stratégies de négociation sur mesure, afin de maximiser les chances de parvenir à un règlement à l'amiable.
- [Amicable & Non-amicable Termination of Employment Relationships](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/amicable-and-non-amicable-termination-of-employment-relationships/) - Termination of employment in Hong Kong: amicable settlements, redundancy, summary dismissal, severance. Risk-managed exit advice for HR and employers.
- [Demandes devant le Labour Tribunal](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/labour-tribunal-claims/) - We assist employers and senior executives through the preparation and conduct of proceedings before the Labour Tribunal in Hong Kong.
- [Labour Tribunal Claims](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/labour-tribunal-claims/) - Labour Tribunal Hong Kong: defence and prosecution of employment disputes. Wrongful dismissal, statutory entitlements, settlement. HK boutique law firm.
- [Anne-Sophie Maurel](https://slotine.hk/about/anne-sophie-maurel/) - Anne-Sophie Maurel is a lawyer at Slotine advising on corporate law, M&A, and cross-border transactions in Hong Kong. Contact Slotine for a consultation.
- [Blog](https://slotine.hk/blog/) - Slotine Blog — Hong Kong business law insights: M&A, employment, tax, regulatory, disputes. Practical guides for legal and finance teams.
- [Sophie Li](https://slotine.hk/about/sophie-li/) - Sophie assiste les clients du cabinet en droit des sociétés, droit commercial, droit du travail et en cas de précontentieux.
- [Sophie Li](https://slotine.hk/about/sophie-li/) - Sophie Li — lawyer at Slotine, Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Corporate, commercial and regulatory practice.
- [Nitika Chandiramani](https://slotine.hk/about/nitika-chandiramani/) - Nitika assiste les clients du cabinet en droit des sociétés, droit commercial, droit du travail et en cas de précontentieux.
- [Nitika Chandiramani](https://slotine.hk/about/nitika-chandiramani/) - Nitika Chandiramani — lawyer at Slotine, Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Corporate, commercial and regulatory practice.
- [Mato Chan](https://slotine.hk/about/mato-chan/) - Mato assiste l'équipe du cabinet sur les sujets financiers et administratifs.
- [Mato Chan](https://slotine.hk/about/mato-chan/) - Mato Chan — lawyer at Slotine, Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Corporate, commercial and regulatory practice.
- [Mathilde Chator](https://slotine.hk/about/mathilde-chator/) - Mathilde possède une expérience solide en conseil sur les opérations de fusions-acquisitions et de private equity, les investissements directs étrangers et les questions de gouvernance d'entreprise.
- [Mathilde Chator](https://slotine.hk/about/mathilde-chator/) - Mathilde Chator — lawyer at Slotine, Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Corporate, commercial and regulatory practice.
- [Jessica Lau](https://slotine.hk/about/jessica-lau/) - Jessica accompagne les clients du cabinet dans les domaines du droit des sociétés, droit commercial et droit du travail, ainsi que dans le cadre de litiges précontentieux et différends entre actionnaires.
- [Anne-Sophie Maurel](https://slotine.hk/about/anne-sophie-maurel/) - Anne-Sophie intervient en matière de dépôt et gestion de portefeuilles de droits de propriété intellectuelle et d'accompagnement dans le cadre d'opérations d'investissement et fusions et acquisitions.
- [Maëva Slotine](https://slotine.hk/about/maeva-slotine/) - Maëva a fondé le cabinet Slotine en 2016 et a acquis une vaste expérience depuis 1998, se concentrant sur les fusions et acquisitions, le private equity et les questions de gouvernance d'entreprise.
- [Jessica Lau](https://slotine.hk/about/jessica-lau/) - Jessica Lau — lawyer at Slotine, Hong Kong boutique business law firm. Corporate, commercial and regulatory practice.
- [MLS Company Secretary](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/mls-company-secretary/) - MLS Company Secretary accompagne ses clients avec des services de secrétariat juridique (company secretary) répondant aux plus hautes exigences de conformité à Hong Kong et en France.
- [Recouvrement de Créances](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/debt-collection/) - Nous accompagnons des créanciers situés à Hong Kong et à l'étranger à recouvrer leurs créances auprès de débiteurs situés à Hong Kong, en tenant compte des circonstances particulières de chaque situation.
- [Page d'accueil](https://slotine.hk/) - Slotine est un cabinet d'avocats boutique situé à Hong Kong qui intervient en droit des affaires pour le financement, l'exploitation, l'investissement ou l'acquisition de sociétés à Hong Kong ou depuis Hong Kong.
- [Domaines d’intervention](https://slotine.hk/practice-areas/) - Nous sommes une boutique dédiée à l'accompagnement des sociétés et dirigeants. Nous intervenons en fusions & acquisitions, droit des sociétés, droit commercial, fiscalité, droit du travail et règlement des différends.
- [Notre Travail](https://slotine.hk/case-studies/) - Découvrez comment nous accompagnons nos clients dans la gestion de leurs problématiques juridiques liées au Droit des Affaires internationales à Hong Kong.
- [Case Studies](https://slotine.hk/case-studies/) - See examples of our work including employment contracts, compliance reviews, commercial agreements, structuring & investment, shareholders' agreements and more.
- [Nous rejoindre](https://slotine.hk/recruitment/) - Nous sommes à la recherche de candidats pour renforcer notre équipe en tant que stagiaires, juristes, Trainee Solicitors ou collaborateurs.
- [Droit d’auteur](https://slotine.hk/copyright/) - Slotine, par l’intermédiaire de sa société de service MLS Company Secretary Ltd, a acquis les droits d’utilisation de l’iconographie, du design et des images figurant sur les sites internet mentionnés.
- [Recruitment](https://slotine.hk/recruitment/) - We are always looking for sharp candidates for legal internships, paralegals, training contracts, and associates. Learn more about timelines and what to expect!
- [Nous connaître](https://slotine.hk/about/) - Depuis 2016, Slotine est un cabinet d'avocats indépendant dédié à l'accompagnement de sociétés de toutes tailles dans leurs choix stratégiques et dans la réalisation de leurs projets à Hong Kong.
- [Conditions d’utilisation](https://slotine.hk/terms/) - Les présentes conditions vous indiquent les règles d'utilisation de notre site internet www.slotine.hk (notre site).
- [Politique de confidentialité](https://slotine.hk/privacy-policy/) - Slotine respecte votre vie privée et s'engage à la protéger en se conformant aux pratiques décrites dans cette politique de confidentialité.
- [Cookies](https://slotine.hk/cookies/) - Notre site internet utilise des cookies (petits fichiers placés sur votre appareil) ou d’autres technologies de collecte automatique de données pour vous distinguer des autres utilisateurs du site internet.
- [Blog](https://slotine.hk/blog/) - Découvrez les actualités et nos éclairages sur le droit des affaires à Hong Kong
- [Members Only Business Suite](https://slotine.hk/members-only-business-suite/) - Slotine Members Suite — Hong Kong business law resources for legal, finance and HR teams. Practical guides on M&A, employment, tax and compliance.
- [Taxation](https://slotine.hk/members-only-business-suite/doing-business-in-hong-kong/taxation/) - Hong Kong taxation guide: profits tax 8.25%/16.5%, salaries tax, stamp duty, FSIE regime, BEPS Pillar 2, transfer pricing. By Slotine.
- [Setting up an Entity](https://slotine.hk/members-only-business-suite/doing-business-in-hong-kong/setting-up-an-entity/) - Setting up a Hong Kong company: entity types, incorporation steps, fees, statutory requirements. Practical guide for foreign founders by Slotine.
- [Legal System](https://slotine.hk/members-only-business-suite/doing-business-in-hong-kong/legal-system/) - The Hong Kong legal system explained: common law, courts hierarchy, sources of law, key statutes for foreign businesses operating in HK.
- [Employment / Visa](https://slotine.hk/members-only-business-suite/doing-business-in-hong-kong/employment-visa/) - Hong Kong employment law and visas: contracts, MPF, work visas (GEP, TTPS), termination. Practical guide for foreign companies hiring in HK.
- [Doing Business in Hong Kong](https://slotine.hk/members-only-business-suite/doing-business-in-hong-kong/) - Doing business in Hong Kong — practical legal guide: entity setup, employment, tax, banking, regulatory licensing. By Slotine boutique law firm.
- [Terms of use](https://slotine.hk/terms/) - Slotine terms of use — terms governing the use of slotine.hk content and services. Hong Kong business law firm.
- [Privacy Policy](https://slotine.hk/privacy-policy/) - Slotine privacy policy — how we collect, use and protect your personal data under Hong Kong PDPO and applicable laws.
- [Copyright](https://slotine.hk/copyright/) - Slotine copyright notice — terms of use of slotine.hk content. Hong Kong boutique business law firm.
- [Cookies](https://slotine.hk/cookies/) - Slotine cookie policy — how slotine.hk uses cookies and tracking technologies. Your cookie preferences and rights.

## Memberships

- [Members Only Business Suite Access](https://slotine.hk/register/members-only-business-suite-1/) - Members Only Business Suite

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