Joanna Bi

Admitted as a solicitor in 2025 after a 2-year training at Patricia Ho & Associates, Joanna's practice covers a broad spectrum of complex disputes, focusing on civil and criminal litigation, matrimonial proceedings, and judicial reviews. Prior to joining the legal profession, Joanna worked as a newspaper reporter, writing award-winning news stories about the COVID-19 Pandemic, Hong Kong's major infrastructure projects, and public transport policy. Her background in investigative reporting on public policy and social issues provides her with a unique ability to analyse complex factual scenarios and communicate them clearly to clients and other stakeholders. Her previous roles at major news outlets honed her skills in navigating difficult situations, allowing her to assist clients in formulating legal strategies with a high-level crisis management perspective.

Representative experience

• Civil litigation

  Handles complex contractual disputes, tort and personal injury claims, and employment disputes for a variety of corporate and individual clients.

• Criminal defence

  Defends clients in high-stakes criminal matters, spanning a range of offences including drug offences and complex ICAC (Independent Commission Against Corruption) investigations.

• Public law

  Assists in high-stakes judicial reviews and habeas corpus applications, including matters involving the rights of stateless persons and detainees.

• Family law

  Frequently advises and assists clients in complex matrimonial matters and family transitions.

Education & admissions

• Admitted as a Solicitor in Hong Kong (2025)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Laws (PCLL), The Chinese University of Hong Kong
• Juris Doctor (JD), The Chinese University of Hong Kong
• Fluent in Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) and English

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