James Lee
Associate
James specialises in professional practices and insurance/reinsurance. He has served as coverage, monitoring and defense counsel in high-value disputes arising from financial lines, professional risks and transactional liability. James regularly advises professional services firms (including auditors, solicitors, insolvency practitioners and finance professionals) on negligence claims and regulatory investigations.
"I enjoy investing time in understanding each client, learning about their business operations, and finding practical solutions to assist them."
"I enjoy investing time in understanding each client, learning about their business operations, and finding practical solutions to assist them.
I believe our clients appreciate this personal touch and accessibility, alongside our extensive legal and industry expertise."
James's recent work highlights:
Defending a major international accountancy firm against a $250m+ professional negligence claim through a full trial following the collapse of a listed company as the target of a short-seller report containing serious allegations of fraud.
Advising trustees-in-bankruptcy on the cross-border bankruptcy of a prominent PRC investor in Baccarat SA, a leading luxury crystal manufacturer, including the defense of the bankrupt's application under s.83 of Cap. 6 to challenge the trustees' administration of the estate: [2024] 5 HKLRD 34 (appearing on behalf of the trustees).
Defending an excess insurer in HKIAC arbitral proceedings in respect of a $30m+ claim made under a D&O policy arising from a take-private transaction in an offshore jurisdiction.
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Expertise sectors
Insurance & Reinsurance, Insurance (Claims), FI / D&O , General Liability, Professional Risks, Professional Practices, Accountants & Auditors, Finance Professionals, Legal Professionals
Expertise services
Disputes, Regulatory, Commercial Disputes, International Arbitration, Financial Services Regulation
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