We are a boutique law practice specializing in commercial litigation, corporate transactions, property & conveyancing matters, family law and immigration law, with expertise in cross-border legal matters. Our multilingual team delivers practical and effective legal solutions tailored to diverse client needs, including safeguarding Australian clients’ interests in China & Hong Kong through our extensive associated networks.
James Wang
James Wang is the Principal Lawyer of James IP Lawyers and leads the practice with passion and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.
James brings to his legal career over 15 years of international experience in the commodity trade industry, having worked in China, Singapore, and Australia. His extensive commercial background and broad network across China and Southeast Asia provide him with exceptional commercial acumen and a deep understanding of business challenges.
With a Juris Doctor and Master of Laws from Monash University, as well as a Graduate Diploma in International Economic Law from the University of Melbourne, James is highly credentialed. He also holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Engineering from China and a Diploma in Business Management from Singapore, further showcasing his diverse academic background.
James has practiced extensively in property law, commercial law, and corporate law, representing over 1,500 corporate and individual clients during his career. He also has significant experience in commercial litigation, handling matters such as debt recovery, Owners Corporation disputes, contract disputes, trust disputes, shareholder disputes, and directors’ duties. His deep expertise enables him to deliver pragmatic and effective solutions across a wide range of complex legal matters.
Memberships and Qualifications
Practising Member of the Law Institute of Victoria
Holds a practising certificate issued by the Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner
Admitted to practice in the Federal Court of Australia
Member of the China Maritime Law Association
Charlize Wu
Charlize is a dual-jurisdiction lawyer qualified in Hong Kong and Australia whose practice focuses on commercial litigation, family law, and immigration law.
Charlize has extensive experience in general and cross-border commercial litigation and mediation, as well as advising companies on both contentious and non-contentious regulatory and compliance matters.
Charlize’s practice spans a diverse range of sectors, including real estate, migration, and family law, covering matters such as property transactions and leasing (including commercial properties), divorce proceedings, asset separation, and children’s benefits.
In addition to these specialties, Charlize also provides legal services in business sales and acquisitions, franchise disputes, import and export matters, product liability claims, employment disputes, debt recovery, personal injurie claims, and medical negligence cases, She is committed in delivering practical, accessible, and effective legal solutions tailored to her clients’ needs.
Background
Charlize obtained her Bachelor of Laws and Postgraduate Certificate in Laws from the City University of Hong Kong. Charlize is admitted as a solicitor in Australia and as a barrister in Hong Kong.
She is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Memberships and Qualifications
Associate Member of the Hong Kong Bar Association
Practising Member of the Law Institute of Victoria
Holds a practising certificate issued by the Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner
Admitted to practice in the Federal Court of Australia