Guardianship
Expert guardianship lawyers in Hong Kong. Robert Lee Law advises on appointment of guardians, mental health guardianship, and protection of vulnerable persons.
Our Guardianship Services
Appointment of Guardians
- Advising parents on the appointment of guardians for their minor children
- Preparing court applications for the appointment of guardians under the Guardianship of Minors Ordinance
- Advising on the selection of appropriate guardians based on the child's welfare and best interests
- Addressing disputes between potential guardians and resolving competing applications
Testamentary Guardians
- Drafting guardianship provisions within wills to ensure continuity of care for children
- Advising on the legal requirements for a valid testamentary appointment of a guardian
- Coordinating guardianship provisions with broader estate planning arrangements
- Addressing the position where both parents have appointed different testamentary guardians
Court-Appointed Guardians
- Preparing and presenting applications for the court appointment of a guardian where no testamentary appointment exists
- Advising on the criteria the court applies when selecting a guardian
- Representing applicants and respondents in contested guardianship proceedings
- Seeking interim guardianship orders in urgent circumstances
Guardianship of Minors
- Advising on the rights and responsibilities of guardians, including decisions about education, healthcare, and religion
- Addressing the financial management of a minor's assets by a guardian
- Applying for directions from the court where a guardian requires guidance on a significant decision
- Seeking the removal or replacement of a guardian where the child's welfare requires it
Mental Health Ordinance and Vulnerable Adults
- Advising on guardianship applications under the Mental Health Ordinance for persons lacking mental capacity
- Preparing applications for the appointment of a Committee of the Person and Committee of the Estate
- Addressing the ongoing duties and reporting obligations of committees
- Advising on the protection of vulnerable adults from financial exploitation and abuse
Enduring Powers of Attorney
- Drafting enduring powers of attorney that allow individuals to plan for the possibility of future incapacity
- Advising on the scope and limitations of enduring powers of attorney under Hong Kong law
- Assisting with the registration of enduring powers of attorney when the donor loses capacity
- Addressing disputes and concerns about the exercise of enduring powers of attorney
Our Approach
Welfare as the Paramount Consideration
Meticulous Preparation
Sensitive Client Support
Cross-Border Guardianship
