“INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR” FINALIST
NOTICE OF OFFICE RELOCATION
The year 2020 has been tough for everyone. But 2020 is also the year when the resilient rose and the agile adapted. We are proud to say that we are one of those firms that not only survived but thrived by adapting ourselves to the needs of our clients and is now moving into a new office catering for team and practice areas expansion, including regulation tech practice, the construction advisory, litigation practice and fund practice. Our new office will be at Suite 803B, Tower Two, Lippo Centre, 89 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong effective from 18 January 2021. Welcome to visit us at our new office.
ABOUT US
One Stop Shop for Your Legal Needs
We are a full-service Hong Kong law firm, which offers a full range of legal services for both individuals and businesses, ranging from Merger & Acquisitions (private and public), Corporate, Capital Markets (ECM & DCM), Banking & Finance, Initial Coin Offering (ICO), Security Token Offering (STO), Initial Exchange Offering (IEO), Initial Dex Offering(IDO), Cryptocurrency/Blockchain, Virtual Assets Related Advisory Service (e.g. SFC Regulatory Sandbox), Licensing, Smart Contracts, Tech Startups, Fund Formation, Intellectual Properties, Construction, Matrimonial, Personal Injuries, Dispute Resolution/Arbitration, SFC Investigation, Data Protection, Privacy & Security, Competition Matters, General Commercial Matters, Escrow Services and Company Secretarial Services.
Blockchain, Cryptocurrency & Fintech
L & Y Law Office is in association with Henry Yu & Associates, which has a particular focus on transactional and regulatory services for blockchain, cryptocurrency, fintech, virtual assets, initial coin offering (ICO), security token offering (STO), Initial Exchange Offering (IEO), Initial Dex Offering (IDO), NFTs, Metaverses etc. Being a pioneer in the blockchain sector, we have advised on the very first public ICO in Hong Kong, and has been an industry leader in this ever-changing legal and regulatory climate. We provide unique insights to clients in the blockchain industry, whether they are considering to launch their own ICO, IEO, IDO or STO, developing businesses involving blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies and virtual assets, setting up crypto fund, obtaining related license(s), or looking to invest in the sector. Staying at the forefront of legal developments in transformative blockchain technologies, we place special emphasis on confidentiality, individualized approach and innovative solutions.
Seamless Service in the Greater Bay Area
Through our professional presence in Hong Kong and our association with China Commercial (Hong Kong) Law Firm, the Hong Kong office of Guangdong’s leading China Commercial Law Firm, we have the capabilities to provide one-stop legal services on cross-border issues, especially in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area and Qianhai Free Trade Zone. China Commercial law firm, headquartered in Shenzhen, has become one of the largest comprehensive law firms in China. It is one of the “National Outstanding Law Firm” and the only law firm in Shenzhen being awarded “Shenzhen Top Brand”. As of July 2022, China Commercial Law Firm has over 2500 professionals, among which there are 256 partners and 1900+ practicing solicitors. Our team has international law firm backgrounds, extensive network and in-depth experience dealing with cross-border matters including corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, investment structures, debt and equity financing , etc.
OUR AWARDS
– The Macallan Asian Legal Business Hong Kong Law Awards 2019
The Macallan Asian Legal Business Hong Kong Law Award, presented by Asian Legal Business (ALB) is one of the most prestigious awards in the legal industry which pays tribute to the outstanding performance of private practitioners and in-house teams from Hong Kong and the region.
WINNER OF “BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY SECTOR LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR – HONG KONG” – L & Y LAW OFFICE
– Global 100 – 2019 awards
Global 100, consisting of only 100 of the World’s leading firms and individuals, with votes received from our global readers, in over 163 countries worldwide. The purpose of the Global 100 is to provide the readership with a comprehensive understanding of those firms that are truly leaders within their chosen areas of specialisation.
WINNER OF “CAPITAL MARKETS LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR IN HONG KONG”
– Corporate INTL Magazine 2019
Since 2005 Corporate INTL has been leading the way connecting business leaders, financiers and advisers around the world.
WINNER OF “M&A ADVISER OF THE YEAR”
– Finance Monthly Global Awards 2018
The Finance Monthly Global Awards is an annual award which recognises and recommends financial advisers and organisations from across the globe who have excelled in their work and have performed at the highest level possible.
“RISING LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR” & “TRANSACTIONAL BOUTIQUE LAW FIRM OF THE YEAR” FINALIST
– The Macallan Asian Legal Business Hong Kong Law Awards
The Macallan Asian Legal Business Hong Kong Law Award 2018, presented by Asian Legal Business (ALB) is one of the most prestigious awards in the legal industry which pays tribute to the outstanding performance of private practitioners and in-house teams from Hong Kong and the region.
OUR PUBLICATIONS
BLOCKCHAIN & CRYPTOCURRENCY REGULATION 2019 & 2020
– Published by Global Legal Group Ltd.
The Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Regulation 2019 and 2020, published by Global Legal Insights, provide in-depth analysis of the developing arena of the regulation of blockchain and cryptocurrency. Our founding partner Mr. Henry Yu has written the Hong Kong chapter providing insight and analysis of issues including government attitudes and definition, cryptocurrency regulation, sales regulation, taxation, money transmission laws and anti-money laundering requirements, promotion and testing, ownership and licensing requirements, mining, and border restrictions in Hong Kong for two consecutive years.
THE FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY LAW REVIEW – Edition 3
– Published by The Law Reviews
Our founding partner Mr. Henry Yu contributed to the book The Financial Technology Law Review. The emphasis of this book is on the law and practice of each of the jurisdictions, but discussion of emerging or unsettled issues has been provided where appropriate. The views expressed are those of the authors and not of their firms, nor of the editor or the publisher. In a fast-changing environment, every effort has been made to provide the latest intelligence on the current status of the law.
IN BLOCKCHAIN WE TRUST
– Published by Hong Kong Blockchain Society
Our founding partner Mr. Henry Yu contributed to the book In Blockchain We Trust published by Hong Kong Blockchain Society Limited. In his article “Representation of Off-chain (Physical) Assets as On-chain Digital Tokens (e.g. Tokenised Gold Buillions) and Recording Transactions on DLT Platforms, the Possibilities under Hong Kong Law”, he explained the possible application of blockchain technology as a way to securely record ownership of various asset classes and the legal implications of such technology.
Our Activities
Guest Speaker at the Mediation Conference 2022 - "Mediate First - Harmony from Now to Beyond"
MAY 06, 2022
ALSA International Video Conference 2021
JUN 12, 2021
Advising on Design-Build-Operate Contract for the Additional District Cooling System (DCS) at the Kai Tak Development Hong Kong
FEB 02, 2021
Guest Speaker at the CUHK MBA Fintech Course
JAN 31, 2021
Global Online Investor Roadshow
DEC 07, 2020
HKICS – Overview and Prospects of the Development of the Greater Bay Area, and the opportunities of Hong Kong Company Secretarial Services in the Greater Bay Area
NOV 12, 2020
In-house Lawyers Training Programme – Opportunities of Legal Outsourcing
OCT 23, 2020
STO – Security Token Offering 101
AUG 06, 2020
AFF 2020
JAN 13, 2020
Future of Fintech
NOV 20, 2019
HKGCC – Financial and Treasury Services Committee
OCT 24, 2019
Blockchain Investment Salon
MAY 19, 2019
Blockchain + Finance
its origin and future
MAY 17, 2019
Future X – Overcoming Barriers to the Token Economy and Emergence of Security Tokens (STOs)
MAY 08, 2019
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