Patrick LAI

With over 15 years of experience in the legal field, Patrick specializes in guiding clients through a wide range of complex cross-border legal matters, including immigration, estate planning, matrimonial law, and business and property acquisitions. His practice is grounded in an understanding of the intricate legal and financial dynamics that come with navigating life and business between Hong Kong and Australia.

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Patrick offers thorough advice in estate planning, helping clients create tax-efficient structures that protect and transfer family wealth across generations. He is experienced in establishing trusts, drafting wills, and advising on powers of attorney, ensuring that his clients' assets are safeguarded and passed down smoothly with careful attention to tax implications. Patrick’s approach to estate planning is methodical and focused on meeting his clients’ long-term goals.

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In the realm of matrimonial law, Patrick provides compassionate and detailed counsel, particularly in matters of custody, ancillary relief, and the challenges related to hidden or dissipated assets. His work in this area complements his estate planning services, allowing him to offer well-rounded legal solutions that consider both personal and financial aspects of his clients' lives.

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Patrick also assists clients with business and property acquisitions, guiding them through the legal intricacies of cross-border investments with precision and care, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and protecting their legal interests.

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Patrick’s career includes time at Mayer Brown JSM, a prestigious international law firm with a history in Hong Kong dating back over 145 years, where he contributed to litigation knowledge management and supported significant financial undertakings such as IPOs and capital market fundraising.

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Patrick is also committed to serving his community, volunteering his time as a Justice of the Peace (Qualified).

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Outside of his professional work, Patrick enjoys woodworking and photography. He is also a dedicated family man, with a wife and three children.

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