Supported by SME & Start-up Committee

Speakers: 

Cermain Cheung, Consultant, Oldham, Li & Nie

Michael Openshaw, Consultant, Oldham, Li & Nie

Startups:  Key Legal Issues for Founders

While the number of new business registrations has been on the rise in Hong Kong, many Startups face significant challenges during their initial years, with a notable percentage ceasing operations within a short timeframe.

This event will provide an insightful overview of the crucial legal considerations that Founders should bear in mind when establishing and running their businesses. Delving into topics such as intellectual property protection, contract law essentials, corporate governance, and potential liability concerns, this session aims to equip Founders with a foundational understanding of key legal matters pivotal to their entrepreneurial journey. Through practical examples and clear guidance, attendees will gain valuable insights into safeguarding their ventures and navigating the legal landscape effectively.

Networking and light refreshments will be served after the presentation.

Cermain is a corporate lawyer specializing in startups, venture capital and cross-border transactions. She has been practicing corporate and commercial law in Hong Kong since 2009.

Cermain’s practice focuses on fund raising, M&A, venture capital and private equity investment, joint ventures, cross-border investments and general corporate counselling. Her clients operate in E-Commerce, Software Development, F&B, Retail, Entertainment, Real Estate, Logistics, Franchised Business, and Trading. With her work motto "Growing with clients, becoming friends" Cermain strives to be part of the long-term success of each of them!

Cermain is also a wonderful wife of an entrepreneur who makes her understand the real pain and gain of running a business.

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.

Pricing

• Member: HK$200
• Non-Member: HK$250
  

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