Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Event - Discuss and share the legal knowledge on contract law and arbitration
Construction contracts often involve multiple participants, including main contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. This complex network can lead to misunderstandings regarding the rights and obligations of each party, particularly due to ambiguous contract terms, which increases the likelihood of disputes. By analyzing construction subcontracting disputes from various perspectives, we can uncover valuable insights.
In Hong Kong, the Arbitration Ordinance, effective since June 2011, provides a framework for the flexible and professional resolution of disputes that might otherwise escalate to litigation. Arbitration clauses are commonly included in construction contracts, but even if absent, parties can agree to arbitration post-dispute. This flexibility is vital for addressing the complexities inherent in construction disputes.
During the event, we will conduct specific case analyses to deepen our understanding of the practical implications of arbitration in resolving disputes within the construction industry.
Details:
Date: | 28 July, 2025 (Monday) |
Time: |
6:30pm - 9:20pm (Registration starts at 6:30pm) |
Targeted Participants: | Members of AES / CIPHE / HKBA / HKIE / LSHK / Supporting Organization and others in the industry |
Venue: | Chan Yat Mei Sophie Room, HKIE Headquarters, 9/F Island Beverley, No.1 Great George Street, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong |
Language: | Cantonese with English PowerPoint Presentations & Support with Real-time English Translation Service (no material will be distributed) |
Registration Fee: | Free of charge (pre-registration required) |
No. of Participants:: | 60 in-person attendees (First-come-first-serve basis) |
CPD Hours: | 2 hours |
Online registration: | please click here for registration |
Topic 1: Contract Law in Engineering: Challenges and Solutions Speakers: Ms Jessica van der KampLand Use, Planning and Environment Committee, The Law Society of Hong Kong Mr Matthew Cheung Member, Committee on Construction Law, Hong Kong Bar Association Moderator: Ir Ben YuenDeputy Chair of the Technical Committee, The Chartered Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering-Hong Kong Branch |
Topic 2: Advantages of Arbitration in Engineering Speakers: Mr Justin YuenCouncil Member, The Law Society of Hong Kong Mr Solomon Lam Member, Committee on Construction Law, Hong Kong Bar Association Moderator: Ms Hin Han ShumChairlady of the Young Solicitors’ Group and Council Member, The Law Society of Hong Kong |
For enquiries, please contact
Ms Coty Siu of CIPHE-HKB (info@ciphe.org.hk / 2417 0091)
Direct contact is available from 9:30 am to 12:30pm, from Monday to Friday
Note for Registration:
The seminar will be cancelled when the typhoon signal No. 8 or above, or black storm warning is hoisted 3 hours before commencement of the seminar.
Information provided will be kept strictly confidential and will not be sold, reused,rented, loaned, or disclosed to third party.