Profile

Helena Hu is a seasoned senior lawyer, possessing an extensive background of over 20 years’ experience in regional in-house legal practices. She is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (‘NAELA’). Throughout her career, she has focussed on legal and regulatory compliance in multinational financial services institutions. Helena’s professional journey has equipped her with a broad spectrum of corporate and commercial knowledge, making her a versatile and commercially astute legal professional. She has consistently demonstrated her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes, offer strategic advice and provide effective and practical solutions to legal challenges.

Helena has an unwavering passion for assisting the elderly in meeting their legal needs. She recognizes the unique legal needs of this demographic, whether they pertain to commercial affairs or personal matters. With a deep sense of empathy and understanding, she strives to advocate for and protect the rights and interests of the elderly. Helena’s commitment to supporting the elderly includes actively engaging with her clients, taking the time to listen to their concerns, understanding their individual circumstances and tailoring her legal guidance to provide personalised support. Her compassionate approach fosters a sense of trust and reassurance, empowering her elderly clients to enjoy peace of mind with respect to their legal arrangements.

Admissions and Memberships

Education

University of Windsor, Canada

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

University of Detroit, USA

Juris Doctor (JD)

External publications

Helena has contributed to Financial Times, Harvard Business Publishing Education, Hong Kong Lawyer Journal and other publications.

She has been commissioned to annotate the forthcoming work – The Annotated Ordinances of Hong Kong: Residential Care Homes (Elderly Persons) Regulation (Cap.459A).

Languages

English, Mandarin and Cantonese