East Asia - Hong Kong

Gibson Dunn

The tax practice of Gibson Dunn provides broad expertise across all areas of Hong Kong tax law, with a particular focus on the resolution of tax issues, controversies, and disputes with the Inland Revenue Department of Hong Kong, as well as advisory work for major corporate and institutional clients, family offices, and charities. The team also has experience assisting clients with disputes regarding the administration of estates under both PRC and Hong Kong law. The group is co-headed by Elaine Chen, who frequently acts for high-net-worth individuals and multinational companies, and Brian Gilchrist, a former Hong Kong High Court deputy judge. Counsel Alex Wong ‘ably’ supports Chen and Gilchrist and is recommended for his commercial litigation and arbitration expertise.

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  • ‘This team has depth. It has experience. It has knowledge and know-how.’

  • ‘The unique features of the team are what makes the individual members of the team stand out. Brian Gilchrist and Elaine Chen, ably assisted by Alex Wong, have unrivalled experience in these matters. I value their instinct and guts.’

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