Working closely with domestic and global businesses, government organisations and foreign law firms, Deacons regularly assists clients who are parties to arbitration under HKIAC and CIETAC rules, as well clients subject to major arbitral bodies including the ICC and UNCITRAL. The practice is particularly well-versed in handling complex arbitration related to commercial, construction and energy and resources related disputes. Joseph Kwan is a leading figure in Hong Kong, as is KK Cheung, who conducts CIETAC arbitrations in Shenzhen, Shanghai and Beijing. Joseph Chung is a specialist in arbitrations concerning construction and engineering disputes, while Justin Yuen also brings extensive expertise of cross-border commercial disputes.

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Lawyers

Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Joseph Kwan

Other key lawyers

KK Cheung, Justin Yuen, Joseph Chung