Awards & Recognition
Criminal Litigation Law Firm of the Year
ALB Hong Kong Law Awards, Asian Legal Business
2026
Global Elite Thought Leader, Business Crime Defence (Corporates)
Lexology Index
2026
Global Elite Thought Leader, Business Crime Defence (Individuals)
Lexology Index
2026
Preeminent Hong Kong White Collar Crime, Corporate Crime & Regulatory Investigations Lawyer
Doyle's Guide
2026
Client Choice, Business Crime Defence
Lexology Index
2026
Litigation Star, White-collar Crime
Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific
2026
Preeminent Hong Kong Criminal Lawyer
Doyle's Guide
2026
Global Elite Thought Leader, Business Crime Defence (Corporates)
Lexology Index
2025
Global Elite Thought Leader, Business Crime Defence (Individuals)
Lexology Index
2025
Thought Leader of Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and Macao SAR (Business Crime Defence & Investigations)
Lexology Index
2025
Criminal cases require a specialist, accept nothing less.
As a criminal lawyer in Hong Kong, Johnny specialises in Criminal Litigation. He has experience at all levels of the Courts and is a Partner in the firm’s Corporate Crime Department, an award-winning team that was named Criminal Litigation Law Firm of the Year at the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2026. He has represented both individuals and companies in numerous high profile cases investigated and prosecuted by various enforcement agencies including: –
- The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)
- The Commercial Crime Bureau (CCB)
- The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)
- The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)
- The Immigration Department
- The Customs & Excise Department
- The Labour Department
- The Hong Kong Police Force
Johnny is a trial advocate and regularly appears in the Magistrates’ Courts, the District Court and Disciplinary Tribunals. He has considerable experience in dealing with the Department of Justice concerning potential prosecutions. He also advises and accompanies individuals and company representatives who are filing reports to the Hong Kong Police.
In 2016, Johnny was appointed to the Criminal Law and Procedure Committee of The Law Society of Hong Kong, which reviews and advises on criminal laws and regulations proposed to be enacted and advises members on all procedural matters relating to criminal legal practice.
Johnny has been highly recognised by various credible industry platforms, including being a Client Choice Award Winner and a Global Elite Thought Leader by Lexology Index, an Asia Super 50 Disputes Lawyer by Asian Legal Business, a Preeminent Hong Kong Criminal Lawyer by Doyle’s Guide, and a Litigation Star by Benchmark Litigation.
Testimonials
Johnny Ho is a favorite amongst peers and clients alike for business crime defence matters, where he is described as “not only a highly capable and intelligent lawyer but one who takes a very pragmatic and realistic approach in solving problems”, a quality that underpins his work defending companies in Hong Kong.
Lexology Index (Business Crime Defence – Corporates), 2026
Johnny Ho is distinguished by his ability to “consistently deliver excellent results” when representing individuals in criminal investigations and prosecutions. His practice spans a wide range of white-collar crime matters, from regulatory violations to high-profile commercial crime cases, and he is praised for his “preparation and written work”
Lexology Index (Business Crime Defence – Individuals), 2026
Clients say:
“Johnny strives for the best for his every client”
“He has excellent communication skills”
“Johnny is not only a highly capable and intelligent lawyer, but he also takes a very pragmatic and realistic approach to solving problems”
Lexology Index (Client Choice), 2026
Johnny Ho is a favorite amongst clients seeking leading counsel in investigation matters, praised for his “excellent client management skills” and ability to “consistently deliver excellent results”, while clients further note that he is “always available to assist” and “always willing to provide solutions”.
Lexology Index (Investigations), 2026
Johnny Ho commands a spectacular reputation in the business crime defence market, where he garners plaudits for his “extensive knowledge and resourcefulness” when advising corporates on complex investigations.
Lexology Index (Global Elite Thought Leaders), 2025
Johnny Ho is held in high esteem for his expertise in business crime and regulatory investigations. He is frequently engaged in court proceedings and investigations brought by anti-corruption and securities regulators. One source notes, “He has excellent communication skills and strives for the best for every client.”
Lexology Index (Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and Macao SAR), 2025
Johnny Ho is a distinguished practitioner with a wealth of experience defending individuals in business crime matters, where he receives widespread acclaim for his ability “to earn the full trust of clients” and “always provide legally practicable solutions”.
Lexology Index (Business Crime Defence – Individuals), 2025
Johnny Ho receives widespread endorsements as “one of the leading partners in Hong Kong” and “a top choice for corruption and commercial crime cases” thanks to his “extensive experience at all levels or trial and appellate courts” and “client-friendly approach”.
Lexology Index (Thought Leaders GIR), 2025
Johnny is knowledgeable and experienced in criminal practice and criminal procedures across all levels of court. He is extremely hardworking, diligent, and honest. He responds professionally and promptly to clients, providing practical solutions to legal issues.
Benchmark Litigation Asia-Pacific, 2025
Johnny Ho is a top-tier lawyer who is widely recognised as being “extremely professional and meticulous in dealing with client matters.”
Lexology Index (Business Crime Defence – Individuals), 2024
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