Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: March 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing this website and engaging Lacuna's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website or our services. You must be at least 18 years old to engage our services.

2. Service Description

Lacuna provides professional legal advisory services in Hong Kong, including:

• Securities and Capital Markets Advisory
• Tax Structuring Consultation
• Lease Termination Advisory

Services are available only to individuals and entities located in or conducting business in Hong Kong.

3. Client Engagement

Engagement with Lacuna commences when both parties have executed an engagement letter specifying the scope, fees, and terms of the specific engagement. This website does not constitute an offer to provide services or create an attorney-client relationship.

4. Fees and Payment

Our standard services are offered at fixed prices as displayed on our website. For engagements with expanded scope, we will provide a separate quote before commencing work. Payment terms are specified in the engagement letter. Failure to pay fees may result in suspension of services.

5. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• Our liability for any claim arising from or relating to these services is limited to the fees paid for the specific engagement giving rise to the claim
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• We do not represent that our services will achieve any particular outcome or result

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

LACUNA PROVIDES SERVICES ON AN "AS IS" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT:

• Our advice will achieve your objectives or anticipated outcomes
• Our services will be error-free or uninterrupted
• Results will meet your expectations

7. Confidentiality and Privilege

Client confidentiality is fundamental to our practice. All information provided in connection with our engagement is protected by legal professional privilege and attorney-client confidentiality. We maintain strict confidentiality except as required by law or court order.

8. Termination of Engagement

Either party may terminate an engagement by written notice. Upon termination, you remain responsible for payment of fees for work completed through the termination date. We will return your documents and materials upon request after payment of outstanding fees.

9. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information relevant to your matter
• Disclose all material facts and circumstances affecting your situation
• Follow our advice regarding compliance and documentation
• Maintain records as required by applicable law and professional standards
• Not use our services for any unlawful or unethical purpose

10. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Engage in any conduct that violates Hong Kong law
• Attempt to circumvent regulatory requirements or disclosure obligations
• Use our services to facilitate fraud, money laundering, or other illegal activity
• Disclose our advice to unauthorized third parties without consent

11. Dispute Resolution

These Terms & Conditions and all disputes arising from our relationship are governed by the laws of Hong Kong. Any disputes will be resolved through:

1. Good faith discussion between the parties
2. Mediation if informal discussion is unsuccessful
3. Hong Kong courts of competent jurisdiction as a final recourse

12. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, along with any engagement letter, constitute the entire agreement between you and Lacuna regarding our services. No other understandings or agreements, whether written or oral, supersede these terms.

13. Modification of Terms

Lacuna may modify these Terms & Conditions at any time by posting updated terms on this website. Your continued use of our website or services following such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Non-Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision. Any waiver must be explicit and in writing.

16. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Lacuna and its advisers from any claims, damages, or costs arising from:

• Your breach of these Terms & Conditions
• Your provision of inaccurate or misleading information
• Your failure to follow our advice or recommendations
• Your use of our services for unlawful purposes

17. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions or our services: