John Litton KC
Des Voeux ChambersDes Voeux Chambers is the preeminent set in Hong Kong’s construction and property arena ‘with both leading and junior counsel’. Amongst the set’s juniors, Calvin Cheuk stands out for his expertise in handling construction-related disputes spanning across Hong Kong, Mainland China and beyond. Cheuk, led by John Scott SC, acted for the plaintiff in Johnson Controls Hong Kong Ltd v Wangle Engineering Lt, a dispute regarding whether there was a presumption that interim��payment certificates are provisional and subject to a final review; this was the first case of its kind in the Hong Kong Court of Appeal. Kaiser Leung is another key member of the set with significant experience in complex construction disputes concerning heavyweight infrastructure projects and commercial and residential developments. Jonathan Chan is also a notable team member.
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Testimonials
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- 'Des Voeux Chambers has a diverse specialty practice. Always a first choice when choosing chambers to approach on potential matters.'
- 'Des Voeux Chambers is viewed as number one in construction and engineering matters across all levels, including in arbitrations, with both leading and junior counsel.'
- 'Des Voeux Chambers has the largest number of construction counsel in Hong Kong.'
- 'Des Voeux Chambers is an excellent set of chambers.'
- 'De Voeux Chambers has a set of barristers with an excellent reputation and lots of strength in depth.'
- 'The leading set in construction disputes and it has a number of impressive juniors who are talented and experienced in such disputes.'
- 'Des Voeux Chambers is the largest set of barristers chambers in Hong Kong and has a robust presence in construction law. It has several very good barristers specialising in construction law.'
- 'Des Voeux Chambers is a go-to set of chambers in Hong Kong.'
Silks
Leading Silks
KCs at the very top of their field, with a long-established record of market-defining cases, and widespread endorsement from clients and peers. All silks appointed in the last two rounds are listed further below.
Anthony Houghton SC
Des Voeux ChambersJohn Scott SC
Des Voeux ChambersSimon Westbrook SC
Des Voeux ChambersJuniors
Leading Juniors
Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
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Calvin Cheuk
Des Voeux Chambers ‘Calvin is meticulous in his work. His expertise in construction law is impressive, his advocacy is good, and he can deal with difficult questions from the judge skilfully.'
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David Tsang
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Jonathan Chan
Des Voeux Chambers 'Jonathan is a highly talented counsel with deep and solid knowledge in the construction field. He has always finished his works competently and with diligence and efficiency. He is also a team player with excellent interpersonal, organisational, leadership, and analytical skills.'
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Kaiser Leung
Des Voeux Chambers ‘Kaiser is a go-to junior barrister for construction cases. He is very sharp, knowledgeable, responsive, diligent, and hard-working, and he always offers robust and practical advice to clients.'