Talk on Mainland Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance

CPT/CE Eligibility (A Recognized CPT Provider)

(CODE: 240429LU-CEX)

Join us for an insightful luncheon on April 29th, featuring a talk on the Mainland Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance (Cap. 645). Explore the outline and content of this important discussion during the event.

-The challenges and difficulties in enforcing PRC judgments under the Mainland Judgments (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance (Cap. 597) (the “Old Arrangement”) before the Mainland Judgments in Civil and Commercial Matters (Reciprocal Enforcement) Ordinance (Cap. 645) (the “New Ordinance”) went into effect on January 29, 2024.

-Key comparisons between the Old Arrangement and New Ordinance

-The requirements of registration of PRC Judgment in Hong Kong under the New Ordinance:

a. Basic requirements, including which type of PRC Judgment is enforceable,

time limitation, requirements to be satisfied;

b. PRC Judgments which are excluded; and

c. Requirements and procedures.

In the event of registration of Hong Kong Judgment in PRC, the necessary

applications required under the New Ordinance. A brief discussion of the changes in

the PRC in respect of enforcement of Hong Kong Judgments.

-Applicability of New Ordinance

a. Drafting of agreements and the jurisdiction clause;

b. Asset preservation measures, such as injunction, during the application

process for registration of the PRC Judgment in Hong Kong;

c. In the event that an Order for registration of judgment is received –

Application to set aside the Order for registration of judgment and grounds for setting aside.

Sandwiches and drinks will be served at the event.

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About the Speakers

Frederick is an arbitrator, a Notary Public as well as Solicitor Advocate (Civil) who has attained Higher Rights of Audience in Hong Kong.  He specializes in commercial litigation, international arbitration and white-collar crime.  He has particular experience in advising and handling high value shareholders and equity related disputes, multijurisdictional commercial disputes, commercial fraud, worldwide enforcement of judgments and arbitration awards, white collar crime and departmental summonses, and securities regulatory enforcement and investigation.  Frederick joined Zhong Lun in 2015 and now manages a team of over 20 professionals.

Frederick has been consistently recognized as “Up and Coming” in Chambers Greater China Region as well as “Recommended Lawyer” with his practices as “Leading Firm” in Legal 500 Asia Pacific since 2022.  His practice in criminal law, white collar crime, corporate crime & regulatory investigations are recognized by the Dolye’s Guide.

Gilbert Leung
Partner｜Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice
Zhong Lun Law Firm LLP

Gilbert specializes in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.  He has extensive experience in shareholders’ disputes, insolvency matters, commercial fraud, contentious banking matters, real estate disputes, regulatory and investigatory matters. He advises listed companies, developers, local and overseas banks and financial institutions, accounting firms, international and local corporations.

In addition to his litigation experience, Gilbert also focuses on anti-trust law and has been advising international and local clients on issues arising from the Competition Ordinance.  He practiced with one of the largest leading law firms in Hong Kong since 2001 and joined Zhong Lun in 2015.

Gilbert has been consistently recognized as “Recommended Lawyer” in Dispute Resolution by Legal 500 Asia Pacific since 2022.

Rating General- Material presented will be basic and of interest to a general audience having no background in the area. 

CFA Societies Global Passport Program

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