Doyle’s Guide 2026 – Criminal Law Firm and Criminal Lawyers, Hong Kong

Haldanes is proud to announce that Jonathan Midgley, Geoffrey Booth, Andrew Powner, Felix Ng, Paul Wang, Timothy Wan, and Florence Yan have been individually recognised for their excellence in the 2026 Doyle’s Guide for Hong Kong Criminal Law. Additionally, Christina Ma has been named a Rising Star, a testament to her rising prominence in the field.




Furthermore, Haldanes has once again been honoured as a First-Tier Criminal Defence firm, ranked for eight consecutive years since the guide was launched in 2019.

This year’s rankings reflect a sustained period of our excellence in criminal defence, covering a broad spectrum of work ranging from white-collar crime and regulatory investigations to complex trials and appellate work. We are also delighted to see Senior Associate Florence Yan joining the rankings this year, further strengthening our firm’s presence in this category.
About the Team
Our highly regarded Criminal Defence team consists of some of the most experienced practitioners in Hong Kong, providing specialist advice on an extensive portfolio of criminal matters. From white-collar crime and regulatory investigations to complex trials and appellate work, we are known for our meticulous preparation and strategic depth. While we are a go-to firm for high-stakes and multi-jurisdictional litigation, we remain committed to providing a bespoke and dedicated service to all clients, ensuring the highest standards of advocacy and protection of rights at every stage of the legal process.
The full 2026 Doyle’s Guide rankings
The listings can be accessed via the respective Doyle’s Guide webpages:
- Leading Criminal Defence Firms – Hong Kong
- Leading Criminal Lawyers – Hong Kong
- Criminal Law Rising Stars – Hong Kong