The Society of Construction Law talks to Lord Neuberger Baron of Abbotsbury, GBS PC HonFRS. In this episode we discuss with Lord Neuberger about his role in the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal, his early career and how he became a barrister, his career influences, some of his notable cases, and the role of common law internationally. Enjoy

The Society of Construction Law talks to Lord Neuberger Baron of Abbotsbury, GBS PC HonFRS. In this episode we discuss with Lord Neuberger about his role in the Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal, his early career and how he became a barrister, his career influences, some of his notable cases, and the role of common law internationally. Enjoy

Construction Law Basics from Society Of Construction Law, Hong Kong

Society of Construction Law, Hong Kong

Construction Law Basics from Society Of Construction Law, Hong Kong.

Construction Law Basics from Society Of Construction Law, Hong Kong.

Fireside Chat – Lord Neuberger

The Society of Construction Law Janice Cheng speaks with Lucy Garrett KC, one of the UK's leading construction and energy barristers, for a wide-ranging discussion on construction disputes, NEC contracts, adjudication, concurrent delay, PFI projects, and lessons from Grenfell. Lucy also shares insights from her own career journey, her work promoting diversity and social mobility at the Bar, and practical advice for young lawyers navigating an increasingly complex and AI-driven profession. A fascinating conversation packed with technical insights, career lessons and thought-provoking perspectives from one of the construction industry's leading Silks !

The Society of Construction Law Janice Cheng speaks with Lucy Garrett KC, one of the UK's leading construction and energy barristers, for a wide-ranging discussion on construction disputes, NEC contracts, adjudication, concurrent delay, PFI projects, and lessons from Grenfell. Lucy also shares insights from her own career journey, her work promoting diversity and social mobility at the Bar, and practical advice for young lawyers navigating an increasingly complex and AI-driven profession. A fascinating conversation packed with technical insights, career lessons and thought-provoking perspectives from one of the construction industry's leading Silks !

Fireside Chat – Lucy Garrett KC

The Society of Construction Law Ben Bury speaks with Martin Downey of HFW as a continuation of our fireside chat series. In this episode, Ben explores the journey that took Martin from South Wales to Hong Kong in 1985 and into some of the region’s most influential construction disputes. Martin discusses landmark cases including the Asia Construction Crown arbitration, Shimizu Corporation v Attorney General, and the Stonecutters Bridge dispute, sharing practical lessons on arbitrator selection, global claims, limitation and economic loss. Beyond construction, he reflects on a long‑running Hong Kong probate dispute, his views on arbitration transparency, and his decades of contribution through teaching, university governance and pro bono work supporting at‑risk youth. Enjoy !

The Society of Construction Law Ben Bury speaks with Martin Downey of HFW as a continuation of our fireside chat series. In this episode, Ben explores the journey that took Martin from South Wales to Hong Kong in 1985 and into some of the region&rsquo;s most influential construction disputes. Martin discusses landmark cases including the Asia Construction Crown arbitration, Shimizu Corporation v Attorney General, and the Stonecutters Bridge dispute, sharing practical lessons on arbitrator selection, global claims, limitation and economic loss. Beyond construction, he reflects on a long‑running Hong Kong probate dispute, his views on arbitration transparency, and his decades of contribution through teaching, university governance and pro bono work supporting at‑risk youth. Enjoy !

Fireside Chat – Martin Downey

In this episode, Jason Leung, Partner at JSM, and Godfrey Yuen, Counsel for Jardines, unpack Hong Kong’s newly introduced SOPO legislation. They explore its implications for construction contracts and share their early insights on how this development may shape the industry. Enjoy!

In this episode, Jason Leung, Partner at JSM, and Godfrey Yuen, Counsel for Jardines, unpack Hong Kong&rsquo;s newly introduced SOPO legislation. They explore its implications for construction contracts and share their early insights on how this development may shape the industry. Enjoy!

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