Property law in Hong Kong
From conveyancing a first home to resolving complex land disputes, our Kowloon-based team delivers practical, grounded legal advice tailored to Hong Kong's unique property landscape.
Protect your property rights todayHow we work
Every property matter follows a structured workflow so you always know what comes next and what it will cost.
We review your documents, identify risks, and outline the legal position within three working days. You receive a written summary with a clear fee estimate before any commitment.
Our solicitors draft or review agreements, conduct Land Registry searches, and prepare the paperwork needed for your transaction or dispute. We coordinate with banks, surveyors and government departments on your behalf.
Whether negotiating lease terms, submitting stamping applications, or lodging caveats, we handle every procedural step and keep you informed through a shared case portal.
After settlement or registration we provide a closing pack with certified copies, a checklist of ongoing obligations, and a twelve-month window for follow-up questions at no extra charge.
Practice areas
Our team concentrates exclusively on property-related matters, which means deeper knowledge and faster turnaround for every case we accept.
We manage sales, purchases, assignments and sub-sales of flats, village houses and townhouses. Our team handles title checks, mortgage documentation, stamp duty calculations and Land Registry submissions so completion proceeds without delay.
From retail shop tenancies to industrial warehouse agreements, we draft and negotiate leases that protect your commercial interests. We advise on rent review mechanisms, reinstatement clauses and early termination rights under the Landlord and Tenant (Consolidation) Ordinance.
Boundary disagreements, adverse possession claims, breach of restrictive covenants and co-owner disputes require decisive action. We pursue negotiation first and litigation when necessary, always with a clear cost-benefit analysis.
We advise developers, investors and family offices on site assembly, government lease modifications, land exchange applications and compliance with the Buildings Ordinance. Our due diligence reports are accepted by major Hong Kong lenders.
Hong Kong's multi-tier stamp duty regime — including ad valorem duty, buyer stamp duty and special stamp duty — creates traps for the unwary. We structure transactions to minimise exposure while maintaining full compliance with the Stamp Duty Ordinance.
The DMC governs the rights and obligations of every unit owner in a multi-storey building. We interpret complex DMC provisions, advise on management disputes, and represent owners at Lands Tribunal proceedings when necessary.
Common questions
Most straightforward sales or purchases complete within six to eight weeks from the date of the provisional agreement. Complex cases involving mortgage re-financing, multiple stakeholders or title defects can extend to ten or twelve weeks. We provide a realistic timeline at the outset and update you if anything changes.
A Hong Kong permanent resident acquiring their sole residential property pays ad valorem duty at Scale 2 rates, which range from HK$100 on properties up to HK$2 million to 4.25 per cent on properties exceeding HK$21,739,120. Non-permanent residents and second-property buyers face a flat 15 per cent rate. We calculate the exact liability and explore any available exemptions before you sign.
Under the Hong Kong Solicitors' Practice Rules, a firm may act for both parties in limited circumstances, typically uncomplicated residential assignments where no conflict arises. However, we recommend separate representation whenever material negotiation points exist. During the initial assessment we will advise whether dual representation is appropriate for your situation.
Post-completion title defects — such as unregistered encumbrances, missing government consent letters, or forged documents — can often be rectified through statutory declarations, indemnity insurance, or applications to the Land Registrar. In serious cases, rescission or damages claims against the vendor may be available. Early legal intervention is critical, so contact us as soon as the issue surfaces.
Yes. We regularly act on transactions involving New Territories land, including indigenous village house (Ding) rights, agricultural lot conversions and land exchange entitlements. We also advise on cross-border ownership structures for clients with property interests in mainland China through referral arrangements with PRC-qualified counsel.
Get in touch
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Address:
59 Cape Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Phone:
+852 2398 0146
Email:
[email protected]
