Commercial disputes

Edward is a standout figure in international arbitration and commercial disputes, earning recognition for his incisive advocacy and strategic acumen. His practice spans high-stakes international arbitrations acting as both counsel and arbitrator and complex commercial litigation, with particular depth in trade, transport, insurance, aviation, and luxury yachting matters.'

Toby Brown

Parkside Chambers

'Toby is exceptionally helpful and consistently quick to respond to queries. His advice is both accurate and commercially astute, always mindful of the practical realities facing clients, and his advocacy is robust and persuasive, demonstrating a strong command of the issues at hand.'

Earl Deng

Sebastian Hughes

'Sebastian is able to conduct oral advocacy in a persuasive manner, using evidence and legal principles to back up his submissions, and emphasising the most important points.'

John Hui

'John is a leading barrister in this area who has the ability to integrate his experiences and skills in other related areas to deftly navigate complex disputes and resolve them at ease. John's deep understanding of the commercial world allows him to provide practical advice on intricate legal issues and deliver the best outcome for clients.'

Connie Lee

'Connie is truly exceptional in her commercial disputes practice and her advocacy skills are top-notch, allowing her to present complex arguments in a clear and compelling manner. She has a remarkable ability to quickly grasp the core of any case and offer practical, commercially savvy advice.'

Thomas Lee

Rede Chambers

‘Thomas is a calm, considered, and strategic adviser, and this translates into his advocacy, as he has great gravitas, attracting the ear of the court or tribunal. This in turn also translates into his arbitral appointments, for which he is a natural candidate.’

Joyce Leung

‘Joyce is exceptional in her ability to strategise and steer the litigation in the most advantageous directions for the clients. This exceptional quality helps tremendously in the preparation for any advisory or litigation work, when both leading and junior counsel would have to navigate through complex commercial documentations and factual details.’

Benny Lo

'Benny excels in incisive, no-nonsense advice and advocacy, distilling complex issues into compelling, judge-focused arguments. His reliability is unmatched with robust advice and meticulous preparation underpinning consistently strong outcomes across contract disputes.'

Vincent Lung

Parkside Chambers

'Vincent is excellent at grasping the issues and articulating them to the judges on his feet. He is able to read the judges and provide them with answers to address any concerns which they may have, and in conferences with client, he is pragmatic, commercial, and able to take client's commercial objective into account when giving advice.'

Bernard Mak

Parkside Chambers

'Bernard possesses exceptional leadership qualities, demonstrating a calm approach in even the most challenging cases. His deep involvement in complex and high-profile matters showcases his ability to analyse, synthesise, and present compelling arguments under pressure, and he is highly client-focused, always ensuring clear communication and understanding of client needs, which fosters strong, trust-based relationships.'

Phillip Rompotis

Prince's Chambers

'Phillip's attention to details is impeccable and his advocacy is first rate. He is a very effective mediator of commercial disputes.'

Clark Wang

Clark is an eloquent advocate at trial and other contested hearings. His bilingual ability and in depth knowledge in Mainland Chinese laws (having dual-qualification across the border) are particularly impressive.’

Richard Yip

'Richard is able to deliver high-quality work and provide good strategies to the client.'

Bonnie Cheng

Temple Chambers

'Bonnie is a smart, mature and confident counsel, who always provides measured and practical advice. She is also highly versatile and has experience in different types of cases, and she is an eloquent and effective advocate.'

Julian Cohen

Resolution Chambers

Jeffrey Chau

Parkside Chambers

'Lavesh is extremely intelligent; you will want him in your team in cases with complex legal and factual issues.'

Tony Ko

Plowman Chambers

'Tony is very good at digesting a large amount of information very quickly and getting to the heart of a matter fairly succinctly. He is a good tactical strategist and very commercial, he has been very impressive and persuasive both in his written and oral advocacy, and he has made often factually difficult cases much more digestible to judges and arbitral tribunals.'

Eugene Kwok

'Eugene is an outstanding barrister. He is responsive, approachable, and efficient, he consistently provides comprehensive and strategic legal advice, and he is skilled in advocacy, with effective interactions.'

Benjamin Lam

Parkside Chambers

'Benjamin is very capable at navigating complex situations with ease, he identifies legal issues immediately and offers clients holistic solutions, and his advice always achieves cost-effectiveness and practical results. Benjamin possesses exceptional advocacy skills, delivering persuasive and compelling arguments with confidence and clarity.'

Jacky Lam

Plowman Chambers

'Jacky exemplifies outstanding proficiency across all facets of his legal practice, establishing himself as a barrister of exceptional caliber. His advocacy is particularly impressive, characterised by clear, persuasive presentations of legal arguments that captivate and convince courts and clients alike.'

Kerby Lau

'Kerby is commercially minded with a sound and deep knowledge of the law. He is able to master the facts of a case very quickly and he has superb analytical skills.'

K.K Lau

‘K.K is an absolute star in the commercial disputes scene. Formerly a solicitor, K.K is commercial, savvy, and hard working, and with his experience and maturity, he can provide useful strategic advice to clients.’

Deanna Law

Parkside Chambers

'Deanna is an excellent advocate who consistently fights for her clients’ interests in court. Her advocacy skills are outstanding, and her presentations to the judge are precise, clear, and focused.'

‘Kevin is highly meticulous in his paper work, and his legal submissions are often very strong to the point they can decide matters before they reach the court. But his greatest strength has to be his advocacy in court; he is one of the go-to juniors at the commercial Bar and when it comes pure advocacy, he is a real star of his generation.’

Tara Liao

'Tara shows strong and solid skills of advocacy as well as deep understanding of laws and precedents. She is also good at designing overall strategies for clients.'

Michael Lok

‘Michael is exceptionally strategic in his approach and he is always a few steps ahead and is able to share useful insights to those instructing him. He is also determined to dive into the details of the case in identifying angles for arguments, and he is a strong advocate and is always able to catch close attention of the bench.’

Roger Phang

‘Roger is extremely intelligent, able to grasp and cut through complex legal issues quickly, and at the same time, he is commercial and pragmatic, willing to listen to clients to understand their objectives before giving them practical advice. Roger is very composed when he is on his feet, and he knows when to push and when not to push without compromising the client’s interest.’

Jeffrey Tam

'Jeffrey has an excellent understanding of the law, and his advocacy is very methodical and thorough. He can spot difficult issues and think through complex legal matters with ease, and his eye for detail is extraordinary.'

Anson Wong Yu Yat

Simon Wong

'Simon is an exceptional lawyer and he is extremely thorough. His advice is always clear and practical, and he is definitely one of the leading senior juniors in this area.'

Thomas WK Wong

Denis Chang’s Chambers

'Thomas is meticulous, versatile, and knowledgeable in many areas of the law. He is one of the very few barristers in Hong Kong who is dual qualified in the Hong Kong and English Bar, and he has also conducted cases in the BVI.'

James Wood

'James is a tenacious operator, pragmatic, and forceful in his arguments, with a strong grasp of legal concepts and common law principles. He is someone who sophisticated users of legal services in Hong Kong want to have in their corner.'

Jason Yu

Astina Au

Temple Chambers

'Astina is detailed-minded, has a solid foundation in legal knowledge and provides advice that suits client's commercial needs. Astina always comes to hearings and meetings well-prepared, showing her professionalism, she is strong, calm and structured when making oral submissions in court, and she can be trusted as a sole advocate and during challenging situations.'

Elizabeth Cheung

Temple Chambers

'Elizabeth demonstrates strong advocacy. She has extremely good legal knowledge, litigation sense and client management skills.'

Val Chow

Temple Chambers

'Val is an experienced commercial barrister and a safe pair of hands for even the most complex disputes. His mastery of the materials and the law, combined with cogent and no-nonsense submissions in court, make Val a highly effective advocate.'

Justin Ho

Temple Chambers

'Justin is extremely bright and able, is a joy to work with, and has exceptional talent, meaning he is destined to become a leading senior counsel in the future. Building an enviable reputation as a go-to mid rank senior junior on the cusp of promotion to SC .'

Martin Ho

Temple Chambers

'Martin is prompt in responding, good on his feet when making submissions and able to deal with complex matters and situations.'

Julian Lam

Temple Chambers

'Julian is an exceptional lawyer and a leading junior counsel, widely recognised for his diligence and outstanding capabilities. He consistently demonstrates exemplary advocacy skills and approaches each matter with thorough preparation, and he utilises a practical approach to problem-solving, ensuring that his advice is always tailored to the specific needs of his clients.'

Keith Lam

Temple Chambers

'Keith is an exceptionally strong advocate whose extraordinary skill and strategic brilliance is pivotal in cases surrounding complex professional negligence matters in particular. His unparalleled ability to thoroughly dissect intricate facts and legal precedents, combined with his sharp intellect, enables him to craft compelling and precise arguments.'

James Man

Temple Chambers

'James is an extremely thorough and forensic barrister, and his analysis and presentation skills are second-to-none. He is an extremely useful junior, and in terms of advocacy, he has been able to turn around cases that seemed like they had little hope of success.'

Thomas Wong

Temple Chambers

'Thomas is excellent at advocacy; he is very good at addressing judges' concerns and is straight to the point is his submissions. He also does not hold back in terms of trying to achieving the best outcomes for the client.'

Colin Wright

Gilt Chambers

'Colin has particular strength in these fields; his professional knowledge and understanding help clients in forming strategy in managing cases. He is an extremely user-friendly barrister and gives his response promptly, and his skills in arguing and presenting the cases before the courts and tribunals have always been highly appreciated by clients.'

Paul Carolan

Derek Chan

Parkside Chambers

'Derek is a highly skilled barrister who gives quick turnaround and succinct and commercially focused advice. He is confident, reliable and able to provide economical and strategic advice, even when it means steering the case strategy in a different direction from the instructing solicitor.'

Tommy Cheung

'Tommy is extremely knowledgeable, approachable and commercial. He has great communication skills and is always able to deliver sound and practical legal advice, and he is also highly effective in his advocacy, particularly in making submissions and addressing the court's questions.'

Lai Chun Ho

‘Chun Ho stands out for his exceptional legal knowledge and thorough understanding of all the intricate legal issues and ability to provide commercial and practical legal advice to lay clients. His drafting skills are first-rate and leave no stone unturned.’

Justin Ismail

Justin is highly intelligent, hard working, dedicated and has an in-depth knowledge of the law and excellent communication skills. He has a fine attention to detail which enables him to critically analyse legal topics or facts.'

Martin Kok

‘Martin is bright, hardworking, and exceptionally user-friendly. He is confident and persuasive on his feet, with a natural courtroom presence that enhances his advocacy, and his ability to engage with both clients and the bench makes him a standout junior.’

Eva Leung

Des Voeux Chambers

'Eva is very thorough in considering all legal issues of a subject matter. She has very good analysis of facts and is meticulous in her drafting work, and she always delivers her legal arguments in court in a clear and organised manner.'

Ernest Ng

Parkside Chambers

'Ernest is highly versatile and at the same time approachable, and owing to his in-depth knowledge in the area, he is able to think out of the box and be proactive in exploring new approaches for clients. He is able to fight cases on his feet in a respectable manner irrespective of the merits of the cases taken.'

Nicholas Oh

Nicholas is highly capable of considering a wide range of topics and to consider all possible routes and alternatives in assisting the client. He is highly knowledgable in areas relating to bankruptcy and offers a cohesive long-term strategy for the client to consider when considering the applications.'

'Alexander is a go-to barrister. He is very user friendly and passionate advocate who is concise and to the point, and his strategic thinking is also very much appreciated.'

Adrian T.Y. Wong

'Adrian is a solid junior barrister whose research capabilities are top-notch. He is consistently able to produce high-quality work even under extreme time pressure, and he stands out as being a junior who is not only able to assist with research and drafting, but also in coming up with a strategy to achieve clients' commercial objectives.'

Martin Wong

Parkside Chambers

Cherry Xu

'Jasmine is experienced, calm, and capable of handling last-minute changes and unforeseen factual development right before the hearing as the sole advocate. Very responsive and client-friendly, she provides clear, succinct, and precise submissions.'

Albert Chan

Sir Oswald Cheung's Chambers

Lawrence Hui

Liberty Chambers

Kenneth Lam

Jason Pow SC’s Chambers

'Kenneth is a formidable commercial litigator, handling high-stakes contractual and shareholder disputes with strategic finesse. He combines commercial awareness with persuasive courtroom advocacy and calm leadership in managing complex multi-jurisdictional cases.'

Andrew Mak

Sir Oswald Cheung's Chambers

'Andrew is highly knowledgeable and also consistently known for his careful and well-researched preparation and is a frequent advocate in cases involving novel and effective arguments. He is attentive for detail and experienced in the practice and procedure of litigation and arbitration, including arbitration involving Mainland parties.'

Ronald Pang

Pantheon Chambers

'Ronald knows his stuff and he is commercial, practical, efficient. some of his other strengths include his friendliness, quick response times, and good spoken English.'

Tasman Tam

Bernacchi Chambers

'Tasman's expertise in trust law and dispute resolution serves as a strong foundation for addressing cryptocurrency fraud cases.'

Danny Tang

Temple Chambers

'Danny has strong technical legal skills and is readily available to discuss matters or answer questions. He is very responsive to queries and reliable.'

Carol Wong

Sir Oswald Cheung's Chambers

'Carol is a rare talent; she has always demonstrated a high standard of quality of work, both in written advice and court performance.'

Isaac Yung

Pantheon Chambers

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.

Keith Cheung

'Keith is commercially astute and knowledgeable. His written and oral advocacy are impressive and he always provides clients with advice which is helpful and clear.'

Cyrus Chua

Des Voeux Chambers

‘Cyrus is one of the strongest juniors at Des Voeux Chambers in terms of written and oral advocacy, and a go-to junior. His legal knowledge and ability is unparalleled, he has great commercial acumen, and he is a top team player.’

Leon Guo

Leon is an exemplary advocate whose exceptional intellect and demeanour distinguish him in the field of dispute resolution. His remarkable ability to swiftly grasp complex issues, coupled with his sharp analytical skills, allows him to navigate intricate legal challenges with ease and precision, and his strategic brilliance shines through in his clear, persuasive advocacy, delivering tailored solutions that reflect both legal rigour and commercial pragmatism.'

Ivy Ho

Parkside Chambers

'Ivy's legal knowledge is solid and she is able to diligently identify key issues in a dispute and think of creative solutions to resolve them. Her written advocacy is also top-notch and she is able to respond to clients' queries within a very short time with spot-on observations.'

Look-Chan Ho

Des Voeux Chambers

Jason Ko

'Jason is exceptionally good at identifying and framing legal arguments and finding support for the proposed positions from legal precedents. He has good advocacy skills and can often be relied on to persuade the judge.'

Michael Ng

Des Voeux Chambers

'Michael has great attention to detail, great advocacy skills, familiarity with procedural law, and good legal points and arguments.'

Matthew Suen

'Matthew has excellent technical skills, including legal research, legal analysis, very high-quality drafting, and excellent written and oral advocacy. He is also very well-organised, he displays very strong commercial awareness and understanding, and he has a great ability to solve legal problems for commercial clients with a creative and sensitive application of substantive law and procedural rules, applied effectively to the commercial circumstances of the case. '

Valerie Tang

Howard Wong