Law & More: The Boase Cohen & Collins Podcast

In this episode, we are joined by José-Antonio Maurellet SC, the newly elected chairman of the Hong Kong Bar Association. In a wide-ranging discussion, José looks back on his student days at Oxford, early work as a barrister and the development of his practice in company and commercial law. He also talks about the work of the Bar Association and its important role in Hong Kong’

In this episode, we welcome Iñaki Amate, design industry innovator and chair of the European Chamber of Commerce. Iñaki traces his globetrotting career, which has taken him from his native Spain to Finland, Hong Kong and many places in between, the work of EuroCham, and why it is important for Hong Kong to attract talented professionals from all over the world. He speaks with our

In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by the Honourable Geoffrey Ma, the former Chief Justice of Hong Kong. Geoffrey looks back on his distinguished career, from his upbringing and education in the UK, to his many years at the Hong Kong Bar, and two decades of service with the Judiciary. He recalls memorable cases, challenges and achievements, and discusses the importance o

In this episode, we welcome two prominent members of the German business community: Hannes Farlock, Delegate and Chief Representative of German Industry and Commerce Ltd, and Johannes Hack, President of the German Chamber of Commerce. Hannes and Johannes join our Senior Partner Colin Cohen for a wide-ranging discussion about relations, trade and cultural ties between Germany and Ho

In this episode, we meet former Director of Public Prosecutions and later Justice of Appeal Ian McWalters, who looks back on his upbringing in Australia, adventurous days as a lawyer in Papua New Guinea, and four decades of stellar service in the Hong Kong legal profession. He speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tuned. 00:50 Introduction to Ian McWalters 02:29 Early Li

In this episode, we meet forensic accountant and white collar crime investigator Anoop Gidwani, who reflects on his long career with the Independent Commission Against Corruption and some of the landmark cases he worked on. As well, Anoop talks about his passion for cricket, which he has served for decades as an umpire and administrator, and efforts to grow the sport in Hong Kong.

We are delighted to meet Jennifer Bourke, the Consul General of Ireland to Hong Kong and Macao. With a busy schedule that mixes politics, business and culture, Jennifer is loving life in Hong Kong, where she embraces the city’s energy, works closely with the Irish community and promotes the many attractions of her homeland. She speaks with our Senior Partner Colin Cohen. Stay tun

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 Vo

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 respons

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 Col