Vincent Zhu
Partner
In more recent years, Vincent has developed a notable reputation in the restructuring and insolvency field of practice having acted for and against many insolvency practitioners and firms and having participated and devised many insolvency restructuring solutions. His skills and abilities in understanding the commercial and legal landscape and to find and develop a solution for unique problems has seen him becoming increasingly involved in similar matters including the high profile corporate collapses of the AXF Group, i-Prosperity Group and Ollie Capital and the external administration of the famous Golden Century Seafood Restaurant.
Vincent is also well known for his superior analytical skills, and creative and investigatory thinking which renders him extremely suitable for matters involving corporate and commercial disputes, especially those involving dishonest or fraudulent behaviour.
Vincent speaks fluent Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese) and has consulting and preferred referral arrangements with several large and/or specialist law firms based in Shanghai, Guangzhou and Beijing.
Sunny Auyeung
Partner
Sunny Auyeung is the founding partner of Auyeung Hencent & Day Lawyers where it emerged from the merger of Auyeung Lawyers and Hencent & Day Lawyers in 2011.
Sunny has more than 25 years of experience in the legal industry, focusing on property transactions and development. He is currently practising in New South Wales and has previously practised in Hong Kong. He has extensive experience representing property developers in New South Wales and involving in large scales of property development projects.
Austin Day
Partner
Austin brings extensive experience in litigation across Tribunals to Superior Courts with a particular focus on Strata Law, Building Defects, Corporate Law, Commercial Disputes, Intellectual Property, Property Law, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and General Litigation. He leverages that experience in transactional matters such as conveyancing, leases, financial agreements, business sales, body corporate issues, investor agreements, wills, powers of attorney, and family law. Austin is well versed in handling both simple and complex trusts, including investments using self managed super funds. Austin has registered Trade Marks and dealt with intellectual property for projects of over $1.5 Billion in value. Austin equips his clients with the advantage of someone who knows what can go wrong so that clients can avoid costly mistakes, reduce risk, and find advantages in a matter. Austin’s deep well of knowledge brings to clients the advantage of someone with strategic thinking and legal understanding that goes beyond the black letter of the law to put his clients into a winning position. Austin has been with the firm from the very beginning and is the “D” in AHD Lawyers, embodying the core values and vision of the firm.
Master of Laws (LLM) (University of Sydney)
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (University of NSW)
Bachelor of Commerce (University of NSW)
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Mason Huang
Solicitor
Mason Huang is a solicitor in the property and development team and has extended experience advising varieties of property transactional works and development projects across extensive range of sectors. His work also encompasses other related areas, including commercial and retail leasing, banking and financing.
Mason has significant expertise and experience to provide solid and professional advice to a variety of national and international clients, where he has played an instrumental role in assisting clients in residential and commercial property acquisitions and disposals, residential developments, due diligence and advice, large scale off-the-plan sales from commencement through completion. His extensive knowledge of the industry, combined with his deep-rooted passion for delivering exceptional legal works, enable him to provide clients with a distinct perspective on property transactions and developments.
Mason has highly developed interpersonal communication skills through working experiences and his approach to legal practice is characterised by his unwavering commitment to his clients’ commercial objectives. His ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a meaningful and accessible manner fosters strong client relationships built on trust and transparency.
Mason holds a Juris Doctor degree from the University of New South Wales and legal practitioner qualification in China. Mason joined Auyeung Hencent & Day Lawyers as graduate in 2017 and was admitted practising in the Supreme Court of New South Wales in the same year.
Transactions highlights:
- Ramsgate Park by JQZ at Kogarah mixed use development comprising over 500 residential apartments
- Prime by JQZ at Macquarie Park – mixed use development comprising retail and over 600 residential apartments
- Vivacity by JQZ at Sydney Olympic Park mixed use development comprising commercial, retail and residential apartments
- Elation by New Golden International at St Leonards mixed use development comprising retail and residential apartments
- Acquisition of industrial sites and warehouses at Thornleigh, Padstow and Kingsgrove transactions for over 30 million
- Acquisition of childcare centres at Newcastle and Macarthur areas
Jackie Zheng
Solicitor
Jackie Zheng joined the Firm in 2020 and has been working in the Property Team since then. Ms. Zheng mainly works as a Vendor’s solicitor representing our Developer clients. She also takes on some Lease related work on the side.
Apart from holding a Juris Doctor Degree from UTS, Ms. Zheng also holds a Master of Interpreting and Translation Degree from Macquarie University. Before she became a solicitor, she worked as an administration assistant for a non-profit government organisation for 8.5 years. She is easy to connect with and good at developing strong and meaningful relationships with her clients and always efficient and passionate about achieving positive outcomes for them.
Ms Zheng speaks fluent English, Mandarin and Shanghainese.
Serena Wang
Solicitor
Serena practices in commercial litigation, commercial law, wills and estates, building and construction, professional negligence and planning and environment law.
Serena has a special interest in civil litigation and dispute resolution and has acted in a number of disputes and litigations. She has experience advising on a broad range of general commercial issues and disputes, including commercial/contractual disputes, misleading or deceptive conduct claims, professional negligence claims, building and construction disputes, and cases involving questions of breach of directors’ duty.
She is also a litigator with practice in the NSW Land and Environment Court. Her expertise includes advising on class 1 application, contaminated land, traffic, and heritage issues.
Katherine Zhang
Solicitor
Katherine has extensive experience in the real estate practice, she specialises in the acquisition and disposal of properties, including acting for developers in large scale residential off-the-plan projects.
She also advises clients on real estate disputes, construction loans and options.
She obtained her law degree from the University of New South Wales.
Simon Li
Solicitor
Simon joined AHD Lawyers in 2018 and practices in the commercial team with a particular focus in commercial and civil Litigation. He works on a broad spectrum of litigated matters, including corporate disputes, contractual disputes, oppression proceedings, claims arising out of the breach of the Consumer Law, Corporations Act, commercial leasing disputes, insolvency related matters, and general commercial litigation. Simon has extensive experience conducting litigation in all NSW courts and federal courts and prides himself on being able to deliver the best outcomes to clients.
In addition to his Bachelor of Law, Simon holds a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in finance. He was admitted to practice in the Supreme Court of NSW in 2018.
Wendy Zhang
Office Administrator
Wendy Zhang, a graduate from UTS with a degree in Business, brings five years of dedicated experience at AHD. Known for her warm and sincere service approach, Wendy is committed to providing exceptional support.
Leo Liang
Solicitor
Hao is in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team. He obtained a Bachelor of Laws degree from East China University of Political Science and Law and a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Sydney.
Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW in 2023, he brings his extensive knowledge and expertise to assist clients from various industries. His area of practice covers mainly corporate and commercial litigation. His experience includes, breaches of directors’ duties, shareholder disputes, defamation, debt recovery and trespass on property issues.
Education
East China University of Political Science and Law – L.L.B (2018)
University of Sydney – J.D (2022)
Professional qualifications
- Chinese Legal Professional Qualification (2018)
- Admitted to the Supreme Court of NSW (2023)
Languages
- Mandarin
- English
Belle Lou
Partner
Belle is a dedicated litigator at AHD Lawyers, known for her extensive knowledge and no-nonsense approach. Clients who need a competent, strategic, and aggressive advocate find that Belle excels in meeting their needs.
Vivian Fang
Solicitor
Vivian has the extensive experience in commercial and, construction and engineering services contracts with a focus on the large-scale infrastructure projects and the cross-border transactions across Asia-Pacific region.
Vivian is a dual-qualified commercial lawyer, admitted in NSW and China, and can speak fluent Mandarin and Cantonese.
Tiana Chen
Solicitor
Tiana joined AHD Lawyers in 2023 as a member of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team. She brings extensive experience across a diverse range of litigated matters, including corporate and contractual disputes, breaches of the Corporations Act, insolvency and bankruptcy cases, and general commercial litigation. Tiana is highly skilled in managing high-stakes cases and frequently represents clients across all New South Wales courts and the Federal Court of Australia. Her strategic approach and commitment to achieving optimal outcomes make her a key asset to the firm and its clients.
Education
• Bachelor of Laws, National Taiwan University (2018)
• Juris Doctor, The University of Sydney (2022)
Professional qualifications
• Admitted to the Supreme Court of New South Wales (2023)
• Admitted to the High Court of Australia (2023)
Languages
- Mandarin
- English
