This course will examine the extent of an employee’s duty of fidelity and good faith as developed in common law. It also looks at the various post-employment issues that may arise, such as the enforceability of non-compete and other clauses. As well as addressing specific drafting concerns, attendees will gain a better knowledge of litigating an employment dispute in Hong Kong as well as an update of recent employment case law and legislation.

Many businesses, especially those in the professional and financial services sector attain their competitiveness through building a strong client base and network as well as and developing specialized technical know-how. It is therefore integral to the sustainability of the businesses that employees/ex-employees are restricted from using the company’s contacts or know-how to enter into immediate competition with the company. This course will examine the extent of an employee’s duty of fidelity and good faith as developed in common law; the type of confidential information protected by law; drafting considerations and the effectiveness of restrictive covenants; as well as the remedies for breach of these duties or covenants.