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Matrimonial and Family Law

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Elaine Sum is a matrimonial and family lawyer with over 18 years of experience.  She deals with a full spectrum of matrimonial matters involving divorce, contentious and non-contentious financial issues, third parties’ interests in assets in dispute, custody, care and control, access, and maintenance of children born in and out of wedlock.

In the early years of her legal career, Elaine handled general civil litigation matters such as trust, contractual, and employment disputes. This experience allows her to assist her matrimonial clients with wider perspectives.  In 2013, Elaine was trained as a Collaborative Practitioner.  She has been included on the Recommended List of the Doyle’s Guide Leading Family & Divorce Lawyer Rankings – Hong Kong, 2022.

Elaine’s prior work experience in the banking industry and a Hong Kong-listed company informs her work on matrimonial cases which involve complex company structures and diverse composition of assets/ liabilities.

It is Elaine’s firm belief that finding practical solutions within the legal framework for clients is important to help them and the children of the family to move forward with their lives.

"She understands my needs and concerns, and gives me truthful advice even if the outcome will minimise her financial gain. Elaine is very patient and good in explaining complex and legal matters in a way that is easier for me to understand."

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