Law & More: The Boase Cohen & Collins Podcast

In this episode, we are honoured to be joined by solicitor John Budge who, aside from his career in the legal profession, has compiled an exemplary record of public service. John looks back on his four-plus decades in Hong Kong and talks passionately about his work in the community with a particular focus on two organisations close to his heart, the Hong Kong Club Foundation and Voice For Prisoner...

In this episode, we are honoured to be joined by Dr Siddharth Sridhar, whose pioneering work in the field of infectious diseases has pushed him into the public spotlight. In a wide-ranging discussion with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen, Siddharth explains his passion for microbiology and his acclaimed research into viral hepatitis. He also reflects on Hong Kong’s Covid-19 response and the lessons...

In this episode, we meet Senior Counsel Chua Guan-Hock, who looks back on his schooling and university days in the UK, first steps in the Hong Kong legal profession and work as Chairman of the Appeal Board Panel for Town Planning. He also reflects on his long association with Des Voeux Chambers, which has just celebrated its 40th anniversary. Hock speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen.  00:31...

In this episode, we meet Senior Counsel Victor Dawes, who reflects on his upbringing in Hong Kong, his university days in London and his first steps in the legal profession as a young barrister. He also sheds light on the work of the Hong Kong Bar Association and his role as Chairman. Victor speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.   00:31 Introduction to Victor Dawes  01:11 Victor...

In this episode, we are joined by well-known divorce lawyer Sharon Ser, who reflects on her upbringing and early experiences as a legal professional in London, her subsequent move to Hong Kong and how she established her formidable reputation as the go-to person in Family Law. Sharon speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.   00:31 Meet Sharon Ser: Hong Kong's High-Profile Divo...

This time, our guest is well-known public interest lawyer Patricia Ho, who has dedicated her life to assisting Hong Kong’s most vulnerable residents. Patricia highlights issues such as human trafficking, forced labour and exploitation of migrant workers, and explains what drives her to continue fighting for the rights of those at risk. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned. 00...

In this episode, we are joined by Sabrina Ho, who is Vice Chair of Council at the historic Helena May in Central. Sabrina tells us about the club’s fascinating history and outstanding record of charitable work, as well as revealing her personal motivation for being so heavily involved in community outreach. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned. 00:31 Introduction and Guest We...

In this episode, we welcome former footballer Tim Bredbury for a fascinating chat about his career and his thoughts on the game as it is today. Tim, born in Hong Kong, started out as a young professional with Liverpool in England before going on to play with notable success in Hong Kong, Australia and Malaysia for almost two decades. Since then, he’s enjoyed various roles in the game, including co...

In this episode, we are pleased to welcome globe-trotting corporate lawyer Ramesh Vaidyanathan. In a wide-ranging discussion, Ramesh talks about practising law in his native India and the country’s growing status as a world economic power. He also provides an insight into his role as President of Ally Law, the global legal services network in which BC&C is a long-standing member. He speaks wit...

In this episode, we are delighted to be joined by one of Hong Kong’s premier criminal defence lawyers, Jonathan Midgley. In a wide-ranging discussion, Jonathan reflects on his early days in Hong Kong, recalls some of his most notable cases, and voices his unequivocal support for the city’s rule of law. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.  00:32 Introduction  01:08 Recent Act...

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by a true giant of the Bar, King’s Counsel Edward Fitzgerald CBE. A champion of prisoners’ rights, steadfast opponent of the death penalty and firm believer in the power of redemption, Ed looks back on some of his landmark criminal and human rights cases in a fascinating discussion with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned. Host: Colin Cohen Dire...

In today's episode we are delighted to be joined by Ambassador/former Consul General of Egypt Amr Elhenawy. A diplomat for more than three decades, during which he was posted all over the world, Amr recently left the Egyptian Foreign Ministry and has made Hong Kong his home, setting up a business to facilitate investment and cultural ties between China and the Arab world. He speaks with our S...

In today's episode,  we welcome an old friend of the firm and someone who loves visiting Hong Kong, former English Premier League referee Mike Riley. In a wide-ranging discussion, Mike reflects on memorable moments in his career, his recently relinquished role as general manager of the elite English referees’ body, and the increasing use of technology to help match officials. He speaks with o...

This time, we welcome Malaysian lawyer, philanthropist and patron of the arts Saniza Othman. In a wide-ranging discussion, Saniza talks about her legal career, her support for artists both modern and historic, charitable work and diverse hobbies. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.  Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer and VO: Thomas Latter       Established...

In this episode, we meet one of the UK’s most distinguished King’s Counsel – and someone who is very familiar with Hong Kong – Ken Macdonald. He is a former Director of Public Prosecutions, a life peer in the House of Lords and a founder member of Matrix Chambers in London. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.  Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer and VO: Thoma...

In this episode, our guest is Senior Counsel Graham Harris, who has been part of Hong Kong’s legal landscape for almost four decades, first as a government prosecutor, then as co-founder of Liberty Chambers. In the course of his distinguished career, Graham has often worked with, and sometimes opposed, our Senior Partner and podcast host Colin Cohen. Hence, they have much to discuss. Stay tuned. ...

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by one of Hong Kong’s best-known public figures, Allan Zeman – businessman, philanthropist and king of the city’s entertainment industry. Allan talks about his upbringing in Montreal, his early success in the fashion industry, and how he turned a sleepy area called Lan Kwai Fong into the centre of Hong Kong’s nightlife. He speaks with our Senior Partne...

In this episode, we meet Grenville Cross, Hong Kong’s first post-handover Director of Public Prosecutions. Among many topics, Grenville discusses his early days as a Crown Prosecutor, his distinguished 30-year career in public office and some of the notable cases he handled. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer and VO: Thomas Latter   ...

In this episode, we speak with Professor Johannes Chan, former Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Hong Kong and, as well, a barrister who has appeared as leading counsel in many major public law cases. He is currently a Visiting Professor of University College London. Johannes reflects on his distinguished career with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.  Host: Colin Cohen Dire...

In this episode, we meet Cynthia Tellez, General Manager of the Mission For Migrant Workers, which provides valuable support services for Hong Kong’s vast community of foreign domestic workers. Cynthia talks about the Mission’s work and the challenges that come her way in a wide-ranging discussion with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned.  Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer...

In this episode, we welcome eminent barrister Tim Owen KC, a man who has been much in the news recently. Tim discusses his early career, his regular visits to Hong Kong and his many interests, which include politics, films and football. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen.  Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer and VO: Thomas Latter          Established in 1985, Boase Cohen...

Our guest in this episode is Professor Fu Hualing, Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Hong Kong. Hualing reflects on his academic journey from Mainland China to Hong Kong, via years of study and research in Canada, and talks about the responsibilities and challenges of his role at HKU. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen.  Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer...

In this episode, we are delighted to welcome one of Hong Kong’s best-known public figures, Christine Loh. In her diverse and distinguished career, Christine has been a Legislative Councillor, academic, environmental campaigner, government minister, commodities trader and author. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen.  Host: Colin Cohen Director: Niall Donnelly Producer and VO: Thomas Latt...

Our guest in this episode is London-based King’s Counsel Ian Winter, a frequent visitor to Hong Kong where he has made his name handling high-profile financial crime cases. Ian reflects on his distinguished career and offers his thoughts on Hong Kong’s legal landscape, including rule of law, judicial standards and the important contributions being made by overseas counsel and judges. He speaks wit...

Our guest in this episode is Senior Counsel Wayne Walsh, whose sense of adventure has taken him from his native New Zealand to New York and Moscow and many places in between. After an outstanding career with Hong Kong’s Department of Justice, he is now in private practice as Head of Parkside Chambers and has also written an acclaimed book about cross-border crime. Wayne speaks with our Senior Part...