Sebastian Hughes has been recognised as a Leading Junior Counsel in the Doyle’s Guide 2026 listing of leading Hong Kong Intellectual Property & TMT Law Barristers. The Guide details counsel practising in IP and technology matters at the Hong Kong Bar who have been identified by senior solicitors across Hong Kong and Asia Pacific for their expertise and abilities in these areas.

Sebastian Hughes’ Intellectual Property practice includes copyright, trade marks, patent and design rights, passing off, and confidential information. He is regularly instructed in complex, high-value disputes, often with technical and cross-border elements. Recent highlights include acting in several cases concerning copyright infringement in the public transport sector, and appearing in trade secrets litigation involving advanced battery technology.