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Law Firm Fights Court Order to Return Seized Files

2/21/2026

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Story summary
  • Raymond Lam & Associates in Hong Kong asked a court to stop police from examining documents seized during a February 9 raid.
  • The firm seeks return of 66 files containing confidential client information, arguing the connection to the "crash-for-cash" probe is unclear.
  • The judicial-review application emphasizes the need for strong evidence before breaching legal professional privilege.
  • The February 9 raid involved seizure of 68 files linked to alleged fraud offenses.