Family Law and Practice in Hong Kong 4th ed + Proview

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Family Law and Practice in Hong Kong, 4th Edition, is an all-in-one resource on family law in Hong Kong. It has been extensively updated to reflect the latest changes since the previous edition, and is edited by Philippa Hewitt of Withers and a team of distinguished expert contributors. This title is the definitive text for practitioners and is written in clear, concise, and comprehensive language.

What's new in the fourth edition include:

• The enactment of the Family Procedure Ordinance in 2023, which has fundamentally changed daily court procedure, along with discussion on the upcoming Family Procedure Rules;
• The law relating to same-sex relationships has been updated, including the development of rights for same-sex couples, and the book includes a preamble on this topic, highlighting the need for a framework to provide appropriate rights for same-sex couples, as directed by the Court of Final Appeal in 2023.
• The book includes a new chapter on the reciprocal arrangement between Hong Kong and the PRC, which came into force in 2022.
• The law relating to children has seen significant developments, including the Proposed Children's Proceedings (Parental Responsibility) Bill, which despite not being enacted, has been referenced by the judiciary and practitioners.
• New chapters on asset division, consent summonses, and prenuptial agreements, highlighting the growing importance of these topics in Hong Kong family law.