We are excited to share our latest article, “When Will Hong Kong Court Issue a Pass Over Order?”. In the recent case of LO ELLIE OO YI v CHAU YAN GE (HCMP 833/2023 [2024] HKCFI 2702), the Court of First Instance examined the issuance of a Pass Over Order, highlighting the significance of effective estate management.
This case illuminates the Court’s role in balancing the interests of beneficiaries with the duties of estate administrators. The decision underscores the Court’s discretion to prioritize efficient estate administration, especially in complex family and business contexts. By passing over the defendant due to pending divorce proceedings and questionable post-death conduct, the Court emphasized the importance of professional estate management for the welfare of beneficiaries.<br> <br> This judgment sets a compelling precedent for probate cases, focusing on practical estate management over rigid priority rules. This case offers valuable insights from the Court’s considerations when evaluating Pass Over Orders, particularly in complicated family disputes involving substantial assets.
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