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Estate Planning for Digital Assets
What are my digital assets? These are the things that you manage or store on your computer, laptop, iPad, smart watch, smartphone or online. You probably have...
Hong Kong Property in Wills: Joint Ownership, Mortgages & Distribution
For many Hong Kong residents, property is the largest and most valuable asset in their estate. Because Hong Kong property ownership and mortgage rules can be...
Business Interests and Your Will
Running a business is not an easy task and it may be one of your most valuable assets. It is therefore important to know what happens to your business when you...
Completing Your Estate Plan
Estate planning includes not just a Will, but other documents as well. In addition to completing a Will, consider the following as part of your estate plan, so...
Choosing an Executor
An executor is the person you appoint in your Will to carry out its instructions after your death. In Hong Kong, the role of executor is a significant legal...
What are Executors and Trustees?
Executors and trustees play an important role in estate planning and administration. Appointing them in your Will is essential for ensuring that your wishes...
Residuary Estate
Thinking of who to give away your estate to, but not sure how? The sections below explain how a residuary estate is commonly identified and distributed. What...
What Is a Legal Guardian for a Child in Hong Kong?
What is a legal guardian and what are their responsibilities? Once an appointment takes effect, the guardian has parental rights and authority in relation to...
How does the witnessing process work?
Anyone can be a witness with a couple of restrictions. The following are information related to the signing and witnessing of your Will. Why do I need...
Standard clauses in the Hong Kong Will
Wills commonly contain administrative provisions in addition to the clauses that record appointments and gifts. This guide explains the purpose of common...
What Is in a Will?
A Will records who should deal with your estate, who should benefit, and any other appointments or wishes you want documented. Its exact contents depend on...