Boase Cohen & Collins

12/10/2026

Our Consultant Kristian Odebjer has published a research report designed to assist foreign companies operating in China as they navigate an increasingly complex legal environment.

Hong Kong, 12 October 2026: Our Consultant Kristian Odebjer has published a research report on “Compliance Dilemmas: How Nordic Multinationals Cope with a Complex Compliance Environment in China”. The study highlights how foreign companies operating in the PRC find themselves in an increasingly ...

08/10/2026

We’re pleased to publish our October newsletter with contributions from – or news about – Alex Liu, Hannah Liu, Jeffrey Chan, Gabriel Brettell, Stephanie Lai, Hazel Tang, John Zhou, Claire Chow, Irene Wong, Gillian Choi and, of course, Colin Cohen. Many thanks also to our podcast guests: Ronald Sum, Michael Campion, Neil Jensen and Mark Prevezer.

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06/10/2026

Today’s guest is corporate lawyer Mark Prevezer, who has spent much of his career in senior roles at both City of London and leading international law firms, holding positions such as Managing Partner, Senior Partner and Global Head of Real Estate. More recently, he has set up Silver Fox International Legal Consulting, advising law firms on strategy and expansion. Mark speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen.

Today’s guest is corporate lawyer Mark Prevezer, who has spent much of his career in senior roles at both City of London and leading international law firms, holding positions such as Managing Partner, Senior Partner and Global Head of Real Estate...

29/09/2026

When an AI-related loss occurs under an insurance policy that says nothing about AI, what happens if the dispute goes to litigation? With the Hong Kong courts yet to hear such cases, our Partner Stephanie Lai considers the complex arguments.

By Stepanie Lai Hong Kong, 29 September 2026: Much of the current commentary on “silent AI” risk asks whether insurers have priced AI exposure correctly, and whether policy wordings should be updated to address it expressly. Those are legitimate questions for underwriters and brokers. But from a...

23/09/2026

Hong Kong leader John Lee has promised to make the city “a global hub for AI development”. Our Senior Partner Colin Cohen considers what’s in store.

22/09/2026

Our Consultant Pádraig Seif is not only a legal professional and President of the Irish Chamber of Commerce, he also has decades of experience in the precious metals market. This Thursday, he will speak at The Refinery private members’ club in Taikoo Place, sharing practical insights into the world’s oldest and most enduring investment asset, gold. Pádraig will cut through the noise, myths and marketing to provide straightforward answers on everything there is to know about the gold supply chain. Admission is free, with non-members welcome, see QR code to register.

21/09/2026

Today’s guest is Neil Jensen, the chairman of Hong Kong Football Club. Neil talks passionately about the club, its members and its role in the community. As well, he shares how he arrived in Hong Kong more than 20 years ago, his love of sport and his enthusiasm for health and fitness. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen.

07/09/2026

Our Managing Partner Alex Liu, Partner John Zhou and Trainee Solicitors Hannah Liu, Gillian Choi and Luzia Liu attended the recent Shenzhen Legal Services Exposition.

03/09/2026

We were delighted to welcome Hong Kong Football Club chairman Neil Jensen to our office today to record an episode of Law & More with host Colin Cohen. In a wide-ranging chat, Neil shared his thoughts on a variety of matters, including the government ending concessionary land premiums for private sports clubs, plus his reflections on more than two decades of living in Hong Kong and his passion for health and fitness. The episode will be published soon!

02/09/2026

How does the winning party in a court case recover legal costs? It is a process that requires meticulous time recording and accurate documentation, as our Partner Stephanie Lai and Trainee Solicitor Gillian Choi explained during an in-house seminar. “Recovered costs often fall drastically short of actual expenditure, which directly impacts client satisfaction and a law firm’s profitability,” says Stephanie. “Thus, from the outset of a case, rigorous attention to detail is essential to maximise recoverable costs. It is important for our practitioners to be fully informed about this critical aspect of case management.” The seminar was conducted in-person and online, allowing many of BC&C’s legal team to attend.