Conveyancing
Expert Hong Kong conveyancing solicitors handling residential and commercial property transactions with 37+ years of experience across Asia-Pacific.
Our Conveyancing Services
Residential Property Transactions
- Acting for purchasers and vendors in sales and purchases of residential flats, houses, and village houses
- Advising on first-hand property purchases from developers under the Consent Scheme and non-consent arrangements
- Handling sub-sale and confirmor transactions with attention to stamp duty implications
- Reviewing preliminary and formal sale and purchase agreements
- Advising on special conditions of sale and vendor obligations
- Coordinating with mortgage lenders on financing arrangements
Commercial and Industrial Property Transactions
- Sales and purchases of office premises, retail units, and industrial properties
- Advising on assignment of existing leases and government lease restrictions
- Handling transactions involving carparking spaces, storage units, and ancillary facilities
- Conducting due diligence on permitted uses under the relevant government lease
- Advising on business registration and licensing implications of commercial acquisitions
Title Investigation and Due Diligence
- Comprehensive searches at the Hong Kong Land Registry
- Reviewing the chain of title and identifying encumbrances, charges, and caveats
- Investigating government lease conditions and any modifications or waivers
- Advising on outstanding requisitions, building orders, and slope maintenance obligations
- Identifying and resolving title defects prior to completion
Stamp Duty and Tax Advisory
- Advising on ad valorem stamp duty, buyer's stamp duty, and special stamp duty obligations
- Structuring transactions to achieve stamp duty efficiency within legal parameters
- Handling stamp duty adjudication and payment procedures with the Inland Revenue Department
- Advising on exemptions and relief available under the Stamp Duty Ordinance
Mortgage and Financing Arrangements
- Preparing and reviewing mortgage documentation for banks and financial institutions
- Acting for borrowers in residential and commercial mortgage transactions
- Advising on equitable mortgages, legal charges, and debentures over property
- Handling discharge of existing mortgages and release of security upon completion
Completion and Post-Completion Procedures
- Managing completion mechanics including funds flow, key handover, and document execution
- Filing assignments and other instruments at the Land Registry
- Handling post-completion requisitions and follow-up matters
- Coordinating with estate agents, banks, and counterparty solicitors to ensure timely completion
Our Approach
Meticulous Title Verification
Client-Centric Communication
Efficient Transaction Management
Cross-Border Coordination
