The Law Society of Hong Kong is a professional association for solicitors in Hong Kong vested with statutory powers to regulate the professional conduct of solicitors, trainee solicitors and foreign lawyers. It was incorporated in 1907 as a company limited by guarantee.
The Law Society speaks for the solicitors’ profession in Hong Kong and ensures our voice are accurately and purposefully communicated to relevant parties
The Law Society is dedicated to providing relevant and effective support to our members including professional training and legal practice updates.
The Law Society is committed to facilitating the attainment and maintenance of the highest professional standards by our members in the interest of the community
The Law Society reaches out and maintains a wide local and global network for knowledge exchange, experience sharing and collaboration between our members and different sectors of both the local and international communities.
The Law Society strives to raise general public legal awareness, facilitate public access to legal services and promote a culture of giving back to the community among our members.
The rule of law and judicial independence are the cornerstones of Hong Kong's success, which have been protected by the Basic Law. The rule of law requires courts to exercise their power according to the laws independently and autonomously, free from any interference by the executive authorities. This turns Hong Kong into a reputable international legal services centre.
The Hong Kong legal profession, with its professionalism, integrity, efficiency and extensive experience in handling cross-border and multilateral legal issues, can assist enterprises to explore overseas markets. From advance legal advice and due diligence, to financing, mergers and acquisitions, as well as intellectual property protection and dispute resolution, Hong Kong lawyers can provide comprehensive "one-stop services" to their clients.
Under the framework of "One Country, Two Systems", Hong Kong leverages on the Mainland while engaging ourselves globally. Hong Kong lawyers have a good understanding in China affairs, and that the languages and culture of the two regions are similar. In addition, they have established a well-established international network and are familiar with the legal system in common law jurisdictions. Therefore, Hong Kong lawyers can give full play to the role of navigator and "super-connector", and become a trusted and indispensable partner for enterprises in Greater China to invest overseas.
