Society of Construction Law Hong Kong

SCLHK HALF DAY CONFERENCE: SECURITY OF PAYMENT LEGLISATION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AND TO DO The Society of Construction Law Hong Kong invites members to a half day conference to understand and explore the practical implications of the forthcoming SOPL with the support and assistance of International Statutory Adjudication Forum (ISAF). • Hear from practitioners with hands on experience of security of payment and adjudications. • Discuss the challenges faced, and lessons gained, in several other SOPL countries. • Consider the systems and approaches needed to navigate SOPL & adjudication. • Learn about some of the unique features of the HK scheme and their implications. SPEAKERS INCLUDE: Hong Kong: Paul Starr (Partner, KWM) & Yun Xiao Hu (Deputy General Counsel, Gammon Construction Limited). Australia: Jeremie Witt (Partner, CMS Australia) Singapore. Malaysia: Kevin Prakash (Adjudicator and Barrister). Singapore: Professor Chow Kok Fong (Chair, International Statutory Adjudication Forum) & Yvonne Foo (Partner, Harry Elias Partnership) United Kingdom: Matthew Molloy (Adjudicator, Author of forthcoming book on adjudications). PROGRAMME Introduction: Whistlestop tour of SOPL bill. Session 1: Amending contracts and payment regimes: what needs to be done and how; possible impact on tendering / subcontracting. Session 2: Getting prepared for adjudications: what do potential claimants and respondents need to do to be ready, and what systems and resources. Session 3: Conduct of adjudications: what parties need to do to be ready, and what systems, approaches and resources are needed to be successful. Session 4: After the adjudication determination: what parties need to do to be ready, and what systems, approaches and resources are needed to protect their interests. Closing followed by drinks and nibbles. PRE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Free for members ; HKD800 for non members (includes optional basic membership of SCLHK). When July 19th, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location Hong Kong Club, No.1 Jackson Road Hong Kong. Thank you to our Joint Sponsors: ADR Partnership Limited Ankura Charlton Martin Group Contract Dispute Consultants The Contracts Group Limited Hanscomb Intercontinental HKA Kroll Secretariat Charlton Martin Group BKAsiaPacific Limited To register please follow the link: https://lnkd.in/gK-zR2jZ

Society of Construction Law Hong Kong council member Janice Cheng talks to Joanne Lau the Secretary-General of the HKIAC as a continuation of our Fireside chat series. In this episode we discuss with Joanne, amongst other things, some of the features in the newly published rules, Hong Kong’s role as an arbitration centre and diversity. Enjoy. https://lnkd.in/gqHn9d9F

The Society of Construction Law Hong Kong invites members to join a night at the races at Happy Valley Racecourse. Join members for: • Private Box booked for the use of SCLHK • Buffet Dinner with Select Drinks (cash bar also available) • Viewing of the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s 10 July race meeting Tickets are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis – register early to avoid missing out! Venue: Happy Valley Racecourse (Private Box) Date / Time: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 (from 6.15pm with first race approx. 7.00 pm) Cost: HKD 1,250 (members) Members can purchase an additional ticket (at the members price) to bring a guest. To register please follow: https://lnkd.in/gRJS2KpP

SAVE THE DATE : Society of Construction Law Hong Kong Half-day Conference: Security of Payment Legislation: What you need to know and to do. Friday, 19 July 2024, from 4pm with drinks after at the Hong Kong Club, Hong Kong.

Society of Construction Law Hong Kong council member Ben Bury talks to Ir Dr Anne Kerr of Mott Macdonald as a continuation of our Fireside Chats series recorded with prominent members of the Hong Kong Construction Industry. In this episode, we discuss with Anne her career and role as a leader and thoughts on some of the hot topics currently being discussed in the Hong Kong construction industry. Enjoy ! https://lnkd.in/gb3ADp4u

Society of Construction Law Hong Kong council member Ben Bury talks to Ir Dr Anne Kerr of Mott Macdonald as a continuation of our Fireside Chats series recorded with prominent members of the Hong Kong Construction Industry. In this episode, we discuss with Anne her career and role as a leader and thoughts on some of the hot topics currently being discussed in the Hong Kong construction industry. Enjoy ! https://lnkd.in/gb3ADp4u

Notice of SCLHK Annual General Meeting followed by a Talk with David Neuberger, Baron of Abbotsbury. The Society of Construction Law Hong Kong cordially invites you to an evening talk on Thursday, June 20th, 2024, following our Annual General Meeting. Our council member, Thomas Lee, will be hosting a thought-provoking discussion with David Neuberger, Baron of Abbotsbury GBS PC HonFRS where he will be discussing his fascinating life and career from his early years as a merchant banker and young barrister in London and through his meteoric rise to President of the Supreme Court. We will delve into some of David’s most famous judgments, especially in the construction sector, and hear from him about his thoughts on the pressing issues of the day. To register please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/gqDqrzgw

The Society of Construction Law Hong Kong invites members to an evening in-person talk. Robert Scrivener is a barrister at 4 Pump Court specialising in construction, shipping, shipbuilding and energy disputes. He is ranked as a leading junior for his work in these fields, where it has been said that “Robert’s worth ethic and attention to detail are exemplary. In cross-examination, his knowledge of the issues and evidence is a formidable challenge for any witness”. Robert regularly appears in international arbitrations around the world, including in Hong Kong, Paris, Singapore and London. Recent instructions have included acting for the shipyard in a USD 150 million arbitration about the delivery of a drillship, for the buyers in two drill rig construction terminations with a total combined claim value of over SGD 900 million, and for the main contractor in a high-value dispute about a major European highways project. In this talk, Robert will:   - Look at some recent shipping / maritime cases that have been discussing the prevention principle; - Identify some of the different approaches to the prevention principle that have arisen; and - Discuss the implications for construction practitioners. Venue:            Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC)   Date / Time:    Thursday, 18 April 2024; 6:30pm to 8:00pm. In person only.   Cost:               Free for full members of SCLHK;                          HK$100 for SCLHK basic members   SCLHK is in the process of applying to the Hong Kong Law Society for CPD points for this event.   Please register via SCLHK’s online registration system: https://lnkd.in/g2mgemcK

Society of Construction Law Hong Kong talks to Anthony Houghton SC of Des Voeux Chambers as a continuation of our Fireside Chats series recorded with prominent members of the Hong Kong Construction Industry. In this episode, we discuss with Anthony how he became a barrister, his earlier career influences in the legal profession, some of his notable cases, and dispute resolution in Hong Kong. Enjoy ! https://lnkd.in/gxk-ECYU

2023 – a Bumper Year for Setting Aside, Enforcing & Staying Arbitration Decisions and Proceedings. The Society of Construction Law Hong Kong and CIArb EAB invite you to an evening in-person talk on Thursday, 21 March 2024 by Vincent Moran QC K.C., Barrister from Keating Chambers. In this talk, Vincent will: • look at the key principles drawn from a number of major arbitration and construction cases in 2023 and • discuss what he thinks they mean for construction and dispute resolution in 2024, and beyond. To register please follow this link: https://lnkd.in/d_8QEBrr