60 61 Contact FAIRBAIRN CATLEY LOW & KONG Hong Kong Address: 23/F Shui On Centre, 6 - 8 Harbour Road, Hong Kong Tel No.: +852 2522 2041 / +852 2525 9161 Shanghai Representative Office Address: 47/F, Hong Kong New World Tower, No. 300 Huai Hai Zhong Road., Shanghai, China 200021 Tel No.: +8621 6335 3376 / +8621 5116 2883 Fax: +852 2845 2928 Email: post@fclklaw.com.hk Website: https://www.fclklaw.com.hk/en/ CHAPTER 3 LILY CHANG Partner lchang@fclklaw.com.hk +852 2532 5317 Lily is a partner and member of the Firm’s Management Committee, overseeing the Litigation Department. She is a qualified Notary Public of the Hong Kong Society of Notaries and an Accredited Mediator of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and the Hong Kong Law Society. With extensive experience in litigation, Lily handles diverse cases including debt recovery, contract disputes, corporate matters, probate, matrimonial and property litigation, shareholders’ disputes, insolvency, fraud, commercial crime, employment law, building management, and conveyancing. She provides comprehensive legal services, ensuring effective handling and supervision for both civil and criminal litigations to meet the client’s needs. EUGENE CHENG Partner echeng@fclklaw.com.hk +852 2532 5453 Eugene is a highly experienced litigator specializing in contractual and shareholders’ disputes, fraud and asset tracing, arbitration, corporate insolvency, trust and property litigation, defamation, and employment disputes, often with cross-jurisdictional elements. He is also adept at handling regulatory and criminal defense cases, including whitecollar defense, extradition, regulatory investigations, and appeals. Eugene’s diverse clientele includes high-networth individuals, SMEs, startup fintech and crypto firms, listed companies, multinational corporations, government departments, and statutory bodies. With a wealth of expertise, he provides comprehensive legal representation and strategic counsel across a wide range of complex legal matters. He is also an accredited general mediator of the Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Limited. ROSANA LO Trainee Solicitor rlo@fclklaw.com.hk +852 2532 5492 Rosana joined the firm in August 2022 as a trainee solicitor and has a strong dedication to dispute resolution. With a focus on arbitration and dispute resolution, she earned a Master of Laws degree and obtained the Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (FCIArb). In 2019, Rosana was recognized with the CIArb President’s Prize. She is currently undergoing comprehensive training in civil and criminal litigation, as well as dispute resolution, demonstrating her commitment to expanding her expertise in legal practices. About the Authors Conclusion Looking forward, the future of dispute resolution in Hong Kong holds great promise. Building upon its current success, Hong Kong aims to further solidify its position as a global centre for dispute resolution through the recent advancements in Hong Kong’s arbitration and mediation sectors, driven by the Central People’s Government’s development strategy in the National 14th Five-Year Plan. The strategic alignment between the Central People Government’s support and the growth of Hong Kong’s dispute resolution sector, combined with the impact of the development of the GBA, has significantly enhanced Hong Kong’s prominence as a gateway for international businesses in the Asia Pacific region. Hong Kong aims to sustain its growth by fostering continuous innovation in dispute resolution mechanisms, leveraging cutting-edge technology, and cultivating a pool of talented professionals with the necessary skills and expertise. The advancements in Hong Kong’s arbitration sector have yielded remarkable results, attracting top-tier legal professionals and practitioners worldwide. Furthermore, the development of the GBA has played a pivotal role in strengthening Hong Kong’s position. As an integrated economic and innovation powerhouse, the GBA has created a favourable About Fairbairn Catley Low & Kong Established in 1970, we have a strong foundation and an extensive network of connections in various key practice areas, industry sectors and jurisdictions. We have a diverse and inclusive team of client-centric professionals that enables us to provide effective and diversified approaches to act in our clients’ best interests, mitigate their risks, and allow them to maximize opportunities. With our deep sectoral expertise and keen insight into the local business landscape, coupled with global vision, we provide experienced but modern and progressive professional legal services and solutions, helping our clients to solve complex legal challenges across the world. environment for cross-border trade and investment, elevating the demand for high-quality dispute resolution services. Furthermore, Hong Kong seeks to strengthen its collaboration with international arbitration institutions, fostering a supportive and cooperative environment for resolving crossborder disputes. By nurturing an ecosystem that promotes excellence, efficiency, and transparency in arbitration, Hong Kong envisages attracting more high-profile cases and establishing itself as the preferred choice for parties seeking reliable and impartial resolution of their disputes. In parallel, Hong Kong aims to strengthen its integration within the GBA, promoting seamless connectivity and alignment of dispute resolution mechanisms. By working closely with neighbouring cities, Hong Kong can further enhance its prominence while contributing to the overall growth and influence of the region in the global arbitration landscape. With these concerted efforts, we express our unwavering optimism for Hong Kong’s prosperous prospects in the GBA development plan, bolstered by the positive impact of the National 14th Five-Year Plan on the city’s advancement as a global centre for dispute resolution. CHAPTER 3
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