Ravenscroft & Schmierer, founded in 1985, is a Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2025 and Greater China 2026 top 15 ranked law firm in Hong Kong in the areas of corporate, commercial, tax, and dispute resolution, with a focus on international clients. Our lawyers come from and are qualified in multiple jurisdictions and welcome instructions from anywhere in the world.
Recognised in the legal rankings asialaw 2023 and Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific 2024, we were also added to the ALB Asia Hong Kong Firms to Watch 2024 list.
Having integrated into Hong Kong's society for more than 40 years, we benefit from the long-established relationships with Hong Kong’s local and international community.
Our managing partner Stefan Schmierer is the only German lawyer admitted as a solicitor in Hong Kong who permanently resides in Hong Kong and advises clients in all matters of German and Hong Kong law.
We are the trusted lawyers of the German and Austrian Consulate General and have been cooperating with the Austrian Trade Commission and German Chamber of Commerce for many years.
Our firm has alliances with other independent law firms around the world through our membership of international networks of independent law firms such as ADWA (Alliance of German Business Lawyers in Asia) and CBBL (Cross Border Business Lawyers).
Our Hong Kong office is located in Sai Ying Pun and enjoys a beautiful view over Victoria Harbour.
Equal Opportunities & CSR: Ravenscroft & Schmierer is one of the first 140 signatories to the Equal Opportunities Commission’s Racial Diversity & Inclusion Charter for Employers since January 2021, and won the Silver Trophy at the Racial Diversity & Inclusion Employers Awards in 2025. As such, we are committed to ensure equal treatment and opportunities to all employees free of any discriminative behaviour. Moreover, we are proud to be a Shark-Free Company.
For more information, please visit our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RavenscroftSchmierer
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Pros: You learn a lot about managing client accounts initially. The team is collaborative, and it's a stable environment for entry-level marketing roles. We have a decent hybrid model, too.
Cons: Career growth here feels limited for someone looking to move up fast. There aren't many clear paths or training budgets for skill development beyond your immediate role as a Marketing Coordinator. Promotions are rare unless someone leaves.
Advice to Management: Invest more in employee development programs and create clearer pathways for internal promotion, especially for entry-level marketing roles. A dedicated training budget would really help.
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What is the typical working culture like at Ravenscroft & Schmierer, especially for junior associates in their Seattle office?
Ravenscroft & Schmierer fosters a collaborative working culture, particularly within its Seattle legal team. Junior associates are typically paired with experienced mentors who provide guidance on complex cases, encouraging professional growth in a supportive environment.
What is the typical work environment like for paralegals at Ravenscroft & Schmierer in Seattle, particularly regarding team collaboration?
The culture at Ravenscroft & Schmierer is quite collaborative, especially within the legal support teams. Paralegals often work closely with attorneys on cases, so a willingness to share information and support colleagues is common in this Seattle-based firm.
