Experience
Tao Soh Ngun (also known as Lo To Li Kwan) v. HSBC International Trustee Limited [2019] HKCFI 1268 (led by Mr Paul Girolami QC and Mr Eugene Fung SC, with Mr Wilson Leung and Ms Janet Ho) – 33-day trial, represented the defendant in dismissing breach of trust claims concerning the Lo Family Trust Shalini Naresh Kumar Basant v. Sovereign Fiduciaries (Hong Kong) Limited, [2022] HKCFI 3675 – represented professional trustee in trust dispute Advised and acted in numerous trust matters for both trustees and beneficiaries, including administration and distribution of trust assets, Order 85 directions, Beddoe applications and claims for breach of fiduciary duties Injunction / Contempt
Acted in numerous cases seeking urgent Mareva and proprietary injunctions, post-judgment Mareva relief, Chabra injunctions, section 21M interim relief in aid of foreign proceedings, banker’s books / disclosure orders, in particular involving civil fraud or asset recovery Securities and Futures Commission v. Isidor Subotic & Ors., HCA 1277/2019 (led by Mr Bernard Man SC) – represented the SFC in obtaining ex parte worldwide and local Mareva-type injunctions under section 213 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance against 16 defendants Cheung Kong Property (Business Development) Limited v. Gold Brilliant Investment Limited & Pan Sutong [2021] HKCFI 603 (led by Mr Charles Manzoni SC and with Ms Sara Tong) – represented the plaintiff in obtaining interim injunctive relief relating to a deed of first refusal for a major property development in Hong Kong- Times Square Limited v. Lee Kwun Kit trading as “JL Music” & Ors.
- [2019] HKCFI 1641 & [2018] 5 HKLRD 248 (led by Mr Jin Pao SC) – represented the plaintiff in successfully obtaining interlocutory injunctions against persons unlawfully occupying the Times Square open piazza by busking or any other forms of street performance
- [2020] HKCFI 438 – obtained default judgment for permanent injunctions
Lee Carol v. Tong Hung Wai Tommy & Ors., HCMP 1851/2018 (led by Mr Abraham Chan SC) – successfully obtained ex parte interlocutory injunctions with respect to the access, care and supervision of an elderly patient UPS Parcel Delivery Service Limited v. Huaqi Import & Export Co., Limited & Ors., HCA 424/2020 – represented the plaintiff and obtained ex parte Mareva and proprietary injunctions and disclosure orders against second layer recipients in email fraudSignature Bank v. China Ever-Success Media Int’l Group Limited & Anor., HCA 545/2021 – represented the plaintiff bank in obtaining proprietary and Mareva injunctions, disclosure orders and garnishee order arising from email fraud Civil Fraud / Asset Recovery
Acted in numerous cases involving civil fraud / asset recovery, including seeking urgent ex parte injunctions, disclosure orders and garnishee orders (see matters cited above) Securities & Regulation Securities and Futures Commission v. Isidor Subotic & Ors., [2021] 3 HKLRD 777; [2022] HKCA 1909 (led by Mr Bernard Man SC) – representing the SFC in section 213 proceedings against false trading and market misconduct involving listed company; leave for service out of jurisdiction Securities and Futures Commission v. Wen Yibo & Ors., [2022] HKCFI 3025 (Re Sound Global Ltd, led by Mr Jenkin Suen SC) – section 214 proceedings against former chairman and executive director of listed company for disqualification order and buy-out orderSecurities and Futures Commission v. Kwok Wing & Ors., [2019] HKCFI 2322 (Re Tack Fat Group International Limited; led by Mr Bernard Man SC) – represented the SFC in obtaining disqualification order against former director of a listed company Securities and Futures Commission v. Lam Wo Ping & Ors., HCMP 2328/2019 (Re Fuguiniao Co., Ltd, led by Mr Victor Dawes SC) – section 214 proceedings against former management of listed companySecurities and Futures Commission v. Leung Anita Fung Yee Maria & Ors., HCMP 1914/2019 (Re SMI Culture & Travel Group Holdings Limited, led by Mr Bernard Man SC) – section 214 proceedings against former management of listed company Advised on breach of Code on Share Buy-Backs and disciplinary proceedings regarding off-market buy-backs of shares of listed company (led by Ms Eva Sit SC) Employment Zhizhong Yang v. Nomura International (Hong Kong) Limited, HCA 622/2018 (led by Mr Bernard Man SC) – representing the defendant bank in an employment case involving investment banker’s discretionary bonus and claim for unlawful terminationJohnson Electric International Limited & Ors. v. Li Yue & Ors., HCA 68/2023 (led by Victor Dawes SC) – representing plaintiffs against former employees and associated parties for breach of restrictive covenants, breach of confidence, breach of employment contracts, breach of fiduciary duties and unlawful means conspiracy; successfully obtained interlocutory injunctions to enforce restrictive covenant Advised prospective employer of enforceability of restrictive covenants, severance matters and interim injunctions in relation to employment of Group CEO (led by Bernard Man SC)Advised medical doctor / former employee of medical clinic on enforceability of restrictive covenantsYuan Joy Fangyue v. HSBC Global Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited, HCA 1585/2021 – representing defendant against claims for banker’s discretionary bonus, unvested shares and breach of employment contract Vivian Wai-Ying Cheng v. HSBC Global Services (Hong Kong) Limited & Ors, DCCJ 1766/2022 – represented defendants against claims brought under the Disability Discrimination OrdinanceChu Leysia v. Asia HK Medical Diagnostic Centre Limited, HCA 1025/2021 – represented defendant in claims for breach of employment contract and wrongful dismissal Norton House Education Limited v. Lau Kam Yin & Anor., HCA 1958/2017 (led by Mr Russell Coleman SC) – strike-out application in claims for breach of employment contract C v. D [2020] HKFC 145 – application for separate representation in proceedings commenced under the Guardianship and Minors Ordinance (Cap. 13) involving claims for reasonable maintenance and settlement of trust fund (with Mr Deepak Nagpal and Mr Eugene Yim)Acted and advised in divorce matters, MPS applications, and proceedings brought under the Guardianship and Minors Ordinance (Cap. 13), and the Domestic and Cohabitation Relationships Violence Ordinance (Cap. 189)Advised on applications for custody orders under the Guardianship and Minors Ordinance (Cap. 13) Acted and advised in numerous applications for reasonable financial provisions under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Ordinance (Cap. 481), represented both executors and beneficiaries Re Estate of Chiu Keung [2020] HKCA 591 (with Mr Jonathan Chang) – represented the 2nd defendant in an appeal against a judgment giving O.85 directions for distribution of an estate Advised in numerous probate and succession planning matters, acted for executors and beneficiaries of estates with experience in carry-on applications Fine Talent Finance Limited v. The Estate of Leung Pak Wai, Deceased & Liu Wanwei [2022] HKCFI 1482 (led by Mr Jonathan Chang SC) – represented plaintiff in a trial involving a mentally incapacitated person under MHO and defence of mental incapacity Lee Carol v. Tong Hung Wai Tommy & Ors., HCMP 1851/2018 (led by Mr Abraham Chan SC) – obtained interlocutory injunction regarding care and access of elderly patientAdvised and acted in matters involving mentally incapacitated persons, seeking declarations regarding their well-being and care, applications under the Mental Health Ordinance (Cap. 136) Restitution / Unjust Enrichment
UPS Parcel Delivery Service Limited v. Huaqi Import & Export Co., Limited & Ors., [2022] HKCFI 2910 – represented the plaintiff in a trial against second layer recipients in an email fraud; successfully obtained interim injunctions and judgment in unjust enrichment claim involving bona fide purchaser defence New Century Credit Services Company Limited v. Yeung Hung [2020] HKCFI 2651 – 10-day trial, successfully dismissing unjust enrichment claim Biozeal LLC & Anor. v. Nature’s Story Company Limited & Anor. [2021] 5 HKLRD 76 (led by Mr Stewart Wong SC) – claims for passing-off and injunctions restraining activities in Mainland China SBI China Capital Securities Limited & Anor. v. SBI E2-Capital Securities Limited, HCA 1910/2021 – acting for defendant in passing-off claims Johnson Electric International Limited & Ors. v. Li Yue & Ors., HCA 68/2023 (led by Victor Dawes SC) – representing plaintiffs against former employees and associated parties for (inter alia) breach of confidence and misuse of trade secrets, intellectual property, inventions and patents Kung Kwok Wai David, the executor of the last will of Kung Wong Hau Hin, deceased v. The Commissioner of Estate Duty [2021] HKCFI 2111 (led by Ms Yvonne Cheng SC) – represented the Commissioner in a 11-day trial on appeal against determination of estate duty involving land valuations and claims for debt deductions Representing appellants in appeals against profits tax assessments under s.66 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap. 112) (led by Mr Stewart Wong SC) Advised on effective date of deletion from rating list and rateable occupation under the Rating Ordinance (Cap. 116) Represented veterinary surgeons in successfully dismissing complaints in disciplinary inquiries before the Veterinary Surgeons Board under Cap. 529 and Code of PracticeRepresented property agency respondent before the Estate Agents Authority in inquiry hearing under s.29 of the Estate Agents Ordinance Cap. 511 New Shipping Limited v. Lau Wing Yan [2020] HKCFI 2933 (with Ms Queenie Lau) – specific discovery and interrogatories applications in respect of defamation claimsAdvised and acted in numerous defamation matters, including advising on libel claims relating to press publications in Hong Kong (led by Mr Victor Dawes SC) Acting and advised in numerous construction disputes and arbitrations, building management disputes (including nuisance, water seepage and DMC disputes) Chun Wo Construction & Engineering Co Ltd and Ors. v. The Hong Kong Housing Authority, HCCT 54/2017 (led by Mr Russell Coleman SC): (26 January 2017, 16 July 2018) – application for leave to appeal against arbitration award arising out of 21 construction contracts; [2019] HKCA 369 – applicants’ appeals to the Court of Appeal against arbitration award Property & Conveyancing Kwan Chun Investments Limited v. Sik Tak Kwong, Ko Mei, Sik Chi Hang & Kok Chan Bip Yuan Limited [2021] HKCFI 714 (led by Mr Jonathan Chang SC and with Mr Wong Cho Lik) – trial concerning deed of licence relating to use of columbarium niches Pong Yiu Chuen v. Nam Tin Chuk Temple Limited [2021] HKDC 104 (led by Ms Maggie Wong SC) – represented the defendant landowner in an adverse possession trialTsuen Wan Tung Po Tor Monastery Limited v. Feng Dayao and Wu Sujie, Executors of the Estate of Sik Liu Chi & Ors., HCMP 91/2022 – representing plaintiff monastery in proceedings seeking declarations and vesting orders for land held for unincorporated associationTsuen Wan Tung Po Tor Monastery Limited v. Wong Eddy Hon-Phu & Ors., DCCJ 3937/2016 – represented plaintiff monastery in claims for trespass and adverse possession Acted and advised in numerous land related disputes, including trespass and adverse possession claims, and O.88 mortgagee proceedings Commercial LWK v. LCKLM, HCA 2085/2017 (led by Mr Victor Dawes SC) – represented the plaintiff in a trial seeking rectification based on common mistake and unilateral mistake of a consent order arising from settlement of ancillary relief proceedings- Acted in numerous landlord-tenant disputes and represented landlords of major shopping malls in Hong Kong
- Wharf Realty Limited v. Abebi Limited trading as “Armani Junior”, AGB Legend Limited trading as “Abebi”, HCA 954 & 955/2020 [2022] HKCFI 2036 (led by Mr Victor Dawes SC) – summary judgment applications for rent in arrears at Ocean Terminal, Harbour City
- IFC Development Limited v. Larry Jewelry Limited, HCA 1133/2020 – obtained summary judgment for rent in arrears and mesne profit for tenancy at IFC mall
- Renaissance City Development Company Limited v. Yo Mama Limited, DCCJ 1298/2020 – striking-out of counterclaim by former tenant at Langham Place
Tse Shiu Hoi v. Sun Bo [2021] HKCFI 2351 (led by Mr Jonathan Chang SC) – on setting aside default judgment in a contractual dispute claim Global Gaming Philippines LLC v. Deutsche Bank AG (Hong Kong) & Enrique K Razon Jr [2019] HKCFI 405 (led by Mr Victor Joffe QC) – represented the plaintiff in third-party discovery application in breach of contract claimK & L Gates v. Aggarwal & Ors., [2019] HKCFI 702 (with Ms Eva Sit) – represented the 9th and 11th defendants in a 3-day specific discovery application in respect of knowing receipt and negligence claims; [2019] HKCA 350 – successfully resisted the plaintiff’s applications for leave to appeal to the Court of Appeal and stay of execution of specific discovery order Fine Talent Finance Limited v. The Estate of Leung Pak Wai, Deceased & Liu Wanwei [2022] HKCFI 1482 – represented plaintiff in a trial for loan recovery involving mental incapacity, undue influence and non est factum (led by Mr Jonathan Chang SC) Shun On Finance Limited v. Wong Fung Kwan & Anor., [2022] HKDC 1095 – conducted a trial relating to collusion under the Money Lenders Ordinance (Cap. 163), estoppel, beneficial ownership of property, and constructive notice Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited v. HK Petroleum Group Limited, HCMP 1157/2021 – represented plaintiff bank in obtaining judgment under Order 88 proceedings involving claims for undue influence and non est factumAdvised a syndicate of lenders on a cross-border dispute for substantial debt recovery, winding-up and enforcement proceedings (led by Mr Bernard Man SC) Advised on cross-border insolvency matters including Keepwell Deeds, recognition orders and conflict of laws issuesActed in winding-up proceedings, including for petitioners, supporting creditors and companiesBankruptcy
Re Dan Yin Ping; Re Ng On Kwok [2020] HKCFI 621 – successfully obtained bankruptcy orders for petitioning creditor against two debtors Acted and advised in numerous winding-up and companies related disputes, including unfair prejudice proceedings, shareholders’ disputes, derivative actions, and claims against former management Acting in and advised on arbitration matters, including enforcement and setting aside of awards, and HKIAC arbitration proceedingsRepresented respondents in successful jurisdictional challenges in arbitral proceedings (led by Mr Victor Dawes SC) Chun Wo Construction & Engineering Co Ltd and Ors. v. The Hong Kong Housing Authority, HCCT 54/2017 (led by Mr Russell Coleman SC): (26 January 2017, 16 July 2018) – application for leave to appeal against arbitration award arising out of 21 construction contracts; [2019] HKCA 369 – applicants’ appeals to the Court of Appeal against arbitration award 
