Zhong Lun Law Firm is renowned for its team of ‘top of the class’ private client lawyers who cover a wide spectrum of onshore China and offshore matters, frequently advising on complex cross-border issues encompassing tax, probate, family law, trusts, succession planning, and M&A. Clifford Ng leads the group and provides ’innovative yet practical solutions’ to ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking advice on matters including trust and business succession, often on a multi-jurisdictional basis. Other distinguished figures within the team include Dorothy Siron, a seasoned litigator often engaged in estate disputes, trust litigation, and child abduction cases, particularly with regards to Hague Convention cases, and Chloe Leung, lauded as ‘brilliant, highly committed, and knowledgeable'. Since her promotion to partner last year, Leung has continued to excel in advising on trusts, taxation, estates, asset protection, and philanthropy matters.

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Testimonials

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'Zhong Lun’s private client team is top of the class and can handle a broad range of matters, ranging from estate planning and administration, trusts, family, corporate, and IPO, to estate and trusts disputes. Zhong Lun offers a more extensive range of private client services compared with other firms which is the reason why they are able to see the issues as they come and provide holistic solutions.'
'Clifford Ng is a well-known market leader in the private client industry. He is one of the few who can think outside the box and provide innovative yet practical solutions to clients. Chloe Leung has advised my clients on matters involving a bundle of complex issues, including cross-border estate planning, trusts and divorce. She provides strategic solutions and is very knowledgeable and diligent.'
'Zhong Lun’s private client team is a pleasure to work with. They know how to distill seemingly random facts into workable tools and ingredients in legal arguments. They demonstrate very efficient team work.'
'Clifford Ng’s experience and positioning are truly unique in the market. He can grasp the situation and guide clients very quickly and directly. Chloe Leung is an exceptional lawyer who goes the extra mile for her clients. She is always on top of things and provides thorough and creative advice. She is able to explain complex concepts in plain language and clients often return to her for other advice.'
'The private client team at Zhong Lun is extremely good at anticipating issues and troubleshooting. They take time to listen and provide truly tailored advice and do not simply work off a standard play list!'
'Clifford Ng really cares about his clients and Chloe Leung is an extremely dedicated private wealth lawyer. Client focused, trustworthy and easy to work with! I highly recommend them!'
'Clifford Ng is a very seasoned private wealth adviser with a particular focus on Canadian tax. He also has commercial sense. His advice is practical.'
'I highly recommend Chloe Leung, who is a leader in the industry. Leung is very sensitive to clients' needs and emotions and is able to guide clients through complex issues involving estate disputes and divorce. Clients rely on her a lot and have expressed that they feel relieved with Leung leading the file as she is highly insightful and quick to respond. I would also like to recommend Clifford Ng, who is highly regarded and a standout figure in the industry. He is experienced and analytical and can provide uniquely strategic advice to clients.'

Work highlights

Acting as family office and personal counsel to a private real estate developer with assets over USD8bn in cross-border trusts, tax, wealth management, family, immigration, disclosure and compliance, litigation, loan financing, and M&A matters.
Advising a China-based entrepreneur billionaire on trusts, tax, family, estate planning, securities regulatory and compliance, and asset protection matters.