Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to Spotlight Legal. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and the legal services we provide. By accessing our website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services. We recommend reading these terms carefully before proceeding.

2. Definitions

In these Terms and Conditions:

• "We," "Us," "Our" refers to Spotlight Legal
• "You," "Your" refers to the user of our website or client of our services
• "Services" refers to legal services provided by Spotlight Legal
• "Website" refers to our website at spotlightleg.live
• "Agreement" refers to any engagement letter or retainer agreement between you and Spotlight Legal

3. Eligibility and Capacity

By using our website or engaging our services, you represent and warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements
• You will use our services in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• All information you provide to us is accurate and complete

4. Legal Services

4.1 Service Description

Spotlight Legal provides legal services in entertainment and sports law, including talent representation agreements, content licensing, and production legal support. The specific scope of services will be outlined in individual engagement letters.

4.2 Engagement Process

Legal services commence only after we have accepted your matter and you have signed an engagement letter. Initial consultations do not create a solicitor-client relationship unless explicitly confirmed in writing.

4.3 Scope Limitations

Our services are limited to the scope agreed upon in the engagement letter. We are not responsible for matters outside the agreed scope unless separately engaged to handle such matters.

5. Fees and Payment

5.1 Fee Structure

Our fees are set out in the engagement letter and may be based on fixed fees, hourly rates, or other arrangements as agreed. All fees are stated in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) unless otherwise specified.

5.2 Payment Terms

Payment terms will be specified in the engagement letter. Generally, invoices are payable within 14 days of issue. We reserve the right to suspend services if accounts remain unpaid beyond the agreed payment period.

5.3 Additional Costs

In addition to professional fees, you are responsible for disbursements and expenses incurred in connection with your matter, including court fees, filing fees, travel expenses, and third-party costs.

5.4 Retainer

We may require an advance payment (retainer) before commencing work. The retainer will be held in our client account and applied against fees and disbursements as they are incurred.

6. Client Responsibilities

As our client, you agree to:

• Provide complete, accurate, and timely information relevant to your matter
• Respond promptly to our requests for information or instructions
• Inform us immediately of any material changes to your circumstances
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
• Pay fees and expenses in accordance with the engagement letter
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged communications

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Website Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Spotlight Legal or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our written permission.

7.2 Work Product

Documents and work product we create for you in the course of providing legal services belong to you upon full payment of our fees. However, we retain the right to keep copies for our records and professional obligations.

8. Confidentiality and Professional Conduct

As solicitors admitted in Hong Kong, we are bound by professional conduct rules including:

• Maintaining client confidentiality in accordance with solicitor-client privilege
• Acting in your best interests within the bounds of law and professional ethics
• Avoiding conflicts of interest
• Complying with Law Society of Hong Kong rules and regulations

9. Disclaimers and Limitations

9.1 No Guarantees

While we strive to provide quality legal services, we cannot and do not provide outcomes or specific results. Legal matters involve uncertainties and factors beyond our control.

9.2 Website Information

Information on our website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You should not rely on website content as a substitute for professional legal consultation.

9.3 Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of external websites.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Hong Kong law:

• Our liability for any matter is limited to the amount of fees paid for that specific matter
• We are not liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages
• We are not liable for damages arising from reliance on website content without formal engagement
• Our liability does not extend to third parties except where required by law

Nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability that cannot be excluded or limited under Hong Kong law, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence.

11. Termination

11.1 By Client

You may terminate our engagement at any time by providing written notice. You remain responsible for fees and expenses incurred up to the termination date.

11.2 By Spotlight Legal

We may terminate our engagement in accordance with professional conduct rules, including where there is a conflict of interest, non-payment of fees, or breakdown of the solicitor-client relationship.

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, we will provide you with your file and any documents belonging to you, subject to payment of outstanding fees. We may retain copies as required for our records.

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

12.2 Jurisdiction

Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.

12.3 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, we encourage clients to discuss concerns directly with us to seek amicable resolution.

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. Changes become effective when posted on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. Material changes affecting existing engagements will be communicated to affected clients.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

For legal services, these terms together with the engagement letter constitute the entire agreement between you and Spotlight Legal, superseding any prior understandings or agreements.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14.3 Waiver

Failure to enforce any provision of these terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other provision.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these terms without our written consent. We may assign our rights to successors in interest to our practice.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions or our services, please contact us: