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CPD seminar: Non-consummation: Annulment of marriages in Hong Kong

Navigating the complexities of matrimonial law requires a deep understanding of the thin line between divorce and nullity. In this session, our barristers will move beyond the basics to explore:


💡 Divorce vs. Nullity: The practical differences in legal effects and the strict time limits for filing
💡 Defining Consummation: A technical look at the legal definition of consummation and the grounds for "wilful refusal"
💡 The "Ordinary Spouse" Standard: Analysing the nuances of "tact, persuasion, and encouragement" and the role of implied proposals
💡 Litigation Essentials: Key requirements for pleading a petition and the vital evidence needed for a successful case
💡 Global Perspectives: Insights from authorities in other jurisdictions


☑️ 1 Law Society CPD Point accreditation application in progress


Date: Friday, 22 May 2026  
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm  
Venue: Pantheon Chambers  
Speakers: Azan Marwah, Barrister-at-law; Aria Cheung, Barrister-at-law; Christie Lee, Barrister-at-law


Both solicitors and non-solicitors are welcome. Reserve your seat here.


For more information about the speakers, please visit here.


For any enquiries, please contact our Practice Development Manager, Sukie Cheung at sukie@pantheonchambers.com.


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處理家事法領域的複雜問題,需要深入理解離婚與婚姻無效之間的微妙界線 。在本次課程中,我們的執業大律師將深入淺出地探討以下課題:


💡 婚姻無效對比離婚:法律效力的實際差異以及申請的嚴格時限  
💡 定義「圓房」:從技術層面審視圓房的法律定義,以及以「故意拒絕」作為申請理由的相關細節
💡 「一般配偶」標準:分析「技巧、勸說與鼓勵」的細微差別,以及隱含提議的作用
💡 訴訟要點:草擬呈請書的關鍵要求,以及成功立案所需的必要證據
💡 全球視野:其他司法管轄區權威案例的見解 


☑️ 1 個香港律師會持續專業進修(CPD)學分認可申請進行中

日期: 2026年5月22日 (星期五)
時間: 晚上6時半 至 7時半
地點: 萬晨大律師事務所
講者: 馬亞山大律師、章子晴大律師、李恩儀大律師

歡迎律師及非律師參加。立即按此預留席位。

如欲了解更多講者資料,請瀏覽這裡

如有任何查詢,請聯絡本所的業務發展經理 Sukie Cheung,電郵:sukie@pantheonchambers.com

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