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Selwyn C.Y. Chan

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Selwyn specialises in commercial litigation and arbitration including handling commercial disputes in the Hong Kong courts, the PRC courts and institutional arbitration, regulatory matters involving the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong, disputes relating to financial services, shareholders’ disputes, contractual disputes relating to international trade, defective goods and debt recovery matters, and intellectual property enforcement matters in the PRC.

Prior to joining OLN in 2013, Selwyn was with the Dispute Resolution Team of various international firms.

Admissions and Memberships

Since 2003Solicitor, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Since 2004Solicitor, England and Wales

Since 2009Accredited General Mediator

Since 2013Member of the General Mediator panel of the Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Limited (HKMAAL)

Since 2013Civil Celebrant of Marriages in Hong Kong

Since 2016Notary Public, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Since 2019Honorary Legal Advisor of the Innovative Entrepreneur Association

Education

The University of Hong Kong

Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL)
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

What Others Say

Selwyn Chan at OLN was a pleasure to work with. He was able to deal with a complex situation confidently and efficiently delivering the outcome we desired.

– Tom Collins

I worked with Selwyn Chan and his team at Oldham, Li & Nie. Selwyn guided me through all the steps needed to bring my case to a close and was always very professional and straight-forward during our strategic reviews. Today, I often retain his services for other matters – personal and corporate – and will keep doing so for the foreseeable future.

– Checco Titta

I appreciate Mr Selwyn Chan’s quick and professional handling of my enquiries. He solved my problem just within two days, how impressive! Highly recommend this trustworthy law firm. :)

– Tiffany Au

First time service, fast, very professional happy with it, Selwyn Chan from Oldham, thank you for the prompt response, definitely recommended.

– Christian Martinez

My enquiry was handled by Selwyn Chan and I was really impressed how quickly it was all done. I contacted three companies where the first one did not even reply and the second one said they could not proceed because of a third COVID-19 wave. As for Mr Chan, it was not just super professional but also super quick and efficient given the situation in the current global pandemic. I cannot thank him enough and would definitely contact him again.

– Art von IBoy

Languages

English, Cantonese and Putonghua/Mandarin

Gregory R.S. Crichton

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Gregory Crichton is for many years an independent non-executive director of a Hong Kong listed company. He has held numerous directorships in various entities and countries including American International Assurance Co., Ltd. (AIA) and continues to work in the insurance industry. He served as President Commissioner of an Indonesian life insurance company and was an advisor to a successful Singapore reinsurance start-up, as well as serving on the Inland Revenue Board of Review and other bodies. He is currently a non-executive director and advisor of a major international insurer and sits on a number of related committees; he is also the managing director of a corporate services trust licenced Asian company.

Mr. Crichton is a senior lawyer in our firm’s Insurance Practice. As a longtime resident of Hong Kong with many years of experience throughout South East Asia advising senior management, and business owners as well as working closely with regulators, Greg is very familiar with the needs and challenges of local and foreign businesses operating throughout Asia.

Admissions and Memberships

Since 1994   Solicitor, England and Wales

Since 1995  Solicitor, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Education

Gregory is a graduate in Law from the University of Sydney and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New South Wales.

Languages

English

Raymond W.H. Chim

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Raymond joined OLN as a trainee solicitor in 2025, and is currently assisting in the firm’s Litigation Department.

Education

University of Warwick
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) in Law and Business Studies

University of Law
Graduate Diploma in Law 

City University of Hong Kong
Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL) 

Languages

English, Cantonese and Mandarin

Helena Hu

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Helena Hu is a seasoned senior lawyer, possessing an extensive background of over 20 years’ experience in regional in-house legal and compliance practices. She is a member of the Law Society of Hong Kong and the Law Society of Ontario (Canada).

Throughout her career, she has focused 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 is an active member of the Digital Innovation Council of the European Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong.

Admissions and Memberships

Since 1992  Solicitor, Ontario (Canada)

Since 1998  Solicitor, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

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

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Michael A. Openshaw

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Michael joined OLN in 2020 after 25 years in law and finance in Asia, working as a lawyer at Allen & Overy and Goldman Sachs, and as an investor at JPMorgan. He has also worked in private equity. He has a wide experience of structuring and financing transactions across the capital structure from both an equity and a debt perspective. At OLN, in addition to providing legal advice on a variety of corporate matters, Michael has developed an interest in Family Law, focusing in particular on cases with a finance background.

Admissions and Memberships

Since 1996   Solicitor, England and Wales

Since 1997  Solicitor, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Education

College of Law, Chester
Post-Graduate Law conversion (CPE) / Law Society Finals

Languages

English

Cermain C.N. Cheung

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Cermain is a corporate lawyer with expertise in startups, venture capital, and cross-border transactions. Since 2009, she has been practicing corporate and commercial law in Hong Kong, providing clients with exceptional legal services.

Her practice encompasses fundraising, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), venture capital and private equity investments, joint ventures, cross-border investments, and general corporate counsel. Cermain’s clientele spans various industries and stages of ventures, ranging from innovative technology companies in blockchain, virtual assets, and FoodTech, to traditional businesses in real estate, logistics, food and beverage (F&B), and trading. She also works with growing companies and listed corporations. Cermain’s work motto, “Growing with clients, becoming friends,” exemplifies her commitment to being an integral part of her clients’ long-term success. Her holistic approach in rendering legal advice is welcomed by clients. Cermain has been appointed by the University of Hong Kong as a Part-time Lecturer in Drafting Commercial Agreements in 2023. 

As the wife of an entrepreneur, Cermain possesses a unique understanding of the challenges and rewards associated with running a business. This insight allows her to empathize with her clients and provide tailored legal advice. In addition, she is a devoted mother to three delightful children, balancing her professional and personal life with dedication and resilience.

Statutory Duties 

  • Registration of Persons Tribunal, Security Bureau – Adjudicator
  • Appeal Panel (Housing), Transport and Housing Bureau – Member
  • Immigration Tribunal, Security Bureau – Adjudicator
  • The Disciplinary Panel A of the Hong Kong Institutes of Certified Public Accountants – Member
Admissions and Memberships

Since 2009   Solicitor, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Education

The University of Hong Kong

Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL)

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

External Publications

Tokenized Legal Notices: Landmark Moment but Challenges Persist, March 2025 issue of The Legal Industry Reviews

Hong Kong Boosts Virtual Assets Ecosystem with New Licensing Regime, May 2023 issue of The Legal Industry Reviews

AI Conundrum: Copyright and Content Ownership in an AI-Driven World, September 2023 issue of The Legal Industry Reviews

What Others Say

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Phyllis Wong and Cermain Cheung for all the professional services that you have rendered on our behalf. We are so grateful for your passion, dedication and professionalism. Again thank you so much Phyllis and Cermain, we will definitely recommend you both as your legal advisors.

– Harris SUN (CEO & Founder), RaSpect Intelligence Inspection Limited

Languages

English, Cantonese and Mandarin