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| (Live Lecture & Webinar) Legal Professional Privilege in Hong Kong: Principles, Case Law, and Practical Application |
| Date: |
28 August 2026 (Friday) |
| Time: |
2:30pm - 5:45pm |
| Level: |
I (Intermediate)
For delegates who have prior knowledge of the subject area |
| Language: |
English |
| Fee: |
HK$ 1,850 |
| Accreditation: |
(3 CPD Points will be applied for) |
| Ref: |
L26OT21 |
| Venue: |
Live Lecture or Zoom Webinar
- Rm 2102, 21/F, Beautiful Group Tower,
77 Connaught Road Central, HK
- Online Webinar via Zoom
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Presenter's Biography:
Charles has been specializing in criminal law since he began his full practice. He also earned a distinguished Master's Degree (MSocSc in Criminology) from the Department of Sociology at the University of Hong Kong.
With a strong interest in jurisprudence and a passion for delving into the intricate aspects of legal arguments, Charles has dedicated his practice to appeals and complex cases involving commercial fraud and corruption. He values meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical skills, which drive him to navigate challenging cases and ensure that every critical element is addressed.
He accepts instructions for criminal appeals, trials, and hearings at all levels of court and other governing bodies. He has advised on and defended disciplinary matters and occasionally represents clients in civil cases directly related to criminal complaints or investigations.
Additionally, Charles is a registered Panel Arbitrator with SCIA (HK) and an Accredited Mediator (CEDR since 2009).
He has served the Judiciary as a Deputy Magistrate in his earlier years and has been a Deputy District Judge since 2012. Charles actively participates in various committees, including the Bar Council and its Standing Committees for Overseas Admissions (Criminal), Criminal Law and Practice, Discipline, and Civic Education (as the chairman). He also contributes to several governmental and public bodies.
As the Founder and currently the Co-Head of Chambers at Courtyard Chambers, Charles is committed to delivering high-quality legal and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, providing effective solutions tailored to your legal needs.
Roy>/b> has a broad practice with a particular focus on criminal defence. His practice also covers regulatory and disciplinary matters. He has appeared as an advocate in different levels of courts, either in his own right or as a led junior. He also has experience in conducting prosecutions in Magistrates' Courts as counsel on fiat.
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Objective:
This course aims to offer practitioners a thoughtful and structured overview of legal professional privilege as it applies in Hong Kong. Through discussion of key legal principles, case authorities, and practical scenarios, participants will be encouraged to reflect on how privilege operates in both litigation and non-litigation settings. The session also considers emerging challenges and provides guidance on maintaining privilege in day-to-day practice.
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Outline:
- Overview of Legal Professional Privilege
- Common law foundations and Basic Law Article 35
- Confidentiality as the foundation
- The rules on disclosure in civil and criminal matters
- Identifying the relevant parties and purposes
- Legal Advice Privilege vs Litigation Privilege
- Common and Joint interest privilege
- Forms of wavier: express, implied and partial
- Key HK authorities:
- Citic Pacific Ltd v Secretary for Justice & Commissioner of Police [2015] HKEC 1263
- Akai Holdings Ltd (in compulsory liquidation) v Ernst & Young (2009) 12 HKCFAR 574
- Citic Pacific Ltd v Secretary for Justice [2011] 4 HKLRD 38
- Practical Guidance for Practitioners
- Preserving privilege in routine legal work
- Managing privilege in internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and criminal investigations
- A Case Study of MK v Director of Legal Aid [2024] HKCFA 6
- Emerging Issues
- Privilege and legal technology: digital risks and AI tools
- Arbitration and mediation
- Real-world scenarios
- Practical tips and privilege checklist
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Others |
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Bookings & Payments
To reserve a seat, please fax the completed booking form to us. We will send out a written Booking Confirmation either by fax or by email to confirm your booking, normally within 48 hours after receiving the booking form. Payment should be made upon we send the Booking Confirmation to you, or together with the booking form if the booking is received within seven (7) days of the course. You are advised to contact us to confirm your place if you have not received the Booking Confirmation prior to the commencement of the course.
Cancellation
In case of cancellation of a booking, you must inform us in writing at least seven (7) days before the date of the course, and a full refund will be issued (less of HK$300 administration fee). Cancellation of unpaid bookings will incur a HK$300 administration fee and the cancellation will not be deemed effective until payment of such fee is received. No refunds will be given and any outstanding amounts remain payable in full if the written notice of cancellation is made less than (7) days before the date of the course.
Transfer
If you cannot attend a booked course, you must inform us in writing at least 24 hours before the commencing time of the course. You may then:
- Transfer the booking to a replacement delegate;( Not available for Individual Discount Packages)
- Transfer your booking to another course, to be held before 31 October 2026; or
- Request a credit voucher, to be used on another LexOmnibus CPD course to be held before 31 October 2026.
No attendance
Once a booking is confirmed and no written notice of cancellation is received by us within the specified time as mentioned above, if a delegate has not settled the payment for a course and fails to attend, for whatever reason, the course fee will remain payable in full. To be awarded CPD points, full attendance of all parts of the conference is required. If you arrive later, or fail to attend a course, your course fee will not be waived, refunded or a credit voucher issued.
Weather
In the event that the No.8 typhoon signal is hoisted or the Black Rain Storm warning is raised within 2.5 hours of the course or is due to be raised during the course, the course will be cancelled. In the event of cancellation due to bad weather, the course will be rescheduled or a credit note issued. No refunds will be given.
Record of Attendance
A certificate of attendance can be provided at a cost of HK$40. Alternatively, a verification of attendance in letter format, along with the original payments receipt is available, at a cost HK$40. Please apply in writing to request either a certificate or verification letter subsequent to the course.
Conference Venue
All the conferences, except webinars, will be taken place in Central. The address of the conference venue will be notified by email, and via the website.
Other Terms
- We may reschedule, vary the details of a course at any time without liability. If we cancel or reschedule the course, except due to the weather conditions indicated, a credit note will be issued.
- Any bank charges and/or expenses incurred as a result of bounced cheques shall be borne by the delegates.
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