LexisNexis® UNDER 40 2024

LexisNexis® 40 UNDER 40 2024

Ka Yan Karen Luk
Senior Associate
P. C. Woo & Co.

Karen is a highly accomplished female litigator in Hong Kong, combining strong technical expertise with exceptional communication skills. She excels in explaining complex concepts clearly and thinking strategically, ensuring clients feel confident in her capable hands.

Through successful networking, Karen has secured a few new large enterprise clients, leading to a remarkable increase in the firm's litigation revenue. By providing strategic advice tailored to clients' needs and securing favorable outcomes, these new clients not only brought immediate business but also positioned the firm for long-term growth through further referrals. Karen actively mentors juniors in the firm, leading in various highly contentious cases, enhancing their skills and knowledge in case handling and client management.

Karen has demonstrated extensive collaboration and strategic planning abilities, leading complex multi-jurisdictional legal disputes involving injunctive relief and coordinating proceedings across multiple jurisdictions in courts and arbitrations.

She actively participates in networking events, bringing junior lawyers from her firm to connect with experienced professionals in the field. Karen also speaks at conferences and sharing sessions throughout China, discussing topics related to Hong Kong courts and legal procedures, sharing insights and best practices.

Karen has taken part in various charity and community activities such as joining pro bono legal sessions and works, and participating in community event such as the Hong Kong Legal Walk, one that brings together Hong Kong's legal community to walk through scenic spots while raising funds and awareness for Equal Justice Hong Kong.

Committed to supporting female litigators in a traditionally male-dominated field, Karen explores challenges and brainstorms solutions for meaningful change. She has participated in various workshops and sharing sessions for female lawyers, such as "WOMEN in CENTRAL event: Navigating the Courtroom and Beyond: Inspiring Stories of Women Shaping Dispute Resolution."