Mediation
Mediation puts a neutral third party in the room. These articles cover the mediator's role, confidentiality, when a mediated agreement becomes binding, and how practice differs across Hong Kong and cross-border matters.
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The Interaction Between Settlement Agreements and Court Judgments: How to Terminate Ongoing Litigation After Settlement
The number of commercial disputes resolved through mediation in Hong Kong has risen steadily since the enhanced regime under the Civil Justice Reform took fu…
Mandatory and Voluntary Mediation in Labour Disputes: The Hybrid Model Under Hong Kong's Current System
The Labour Tribunal handled 3,712 employment claims in 2024, according to the Judiciary’s Annual Report. Of these, fewer than 15% proceeded to a full hearing…
Hotel Loyalty Programme Disputes: Mediation Solutions for Member Points and Benefits
The global hotel industry lost an estimated US$5.6 billion in 2024 to loyalty programme fraud and unredeemed liability disputes, according to a February 2025…
Evidence Rules in Mediation and Arbitration: Differences in Evidence Submission Between the Two Processes
In late 2024, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) reported a 22% increase in new arbitration filings compared to 2023, with 344 new cases…
ADR Applications in Medical Negligence Disputes: Mediation Mechanisms for Doctor-Patient Conflicts
The Hospital Authority reported 152 serious untoward events in public hospitals for the 2024-25 financial year, a figure that includes retained surgical item…
Consequences of Breaching a Settlement Agreement: Legal Actions When the Other Party Fails to Perform
In 2025, the Hong Kong judiciary recorded a 68% settlement rate for cases referred to mediation under the Pilot Scheme for Family Mediation and the Integrate…
Success Rates and Influencing Factors in Family Mediation: Which Cases Are More Suitable for Mediation
The Hong Kong Judiciary’s 2024 Annual Report recorded 2,851 family mediation referrals, a 12% increase over 2023, yet only 67% of those cases reached a full…
Sexual Harassment Complaints in Labour Disputes: Why Mediation Is More Suitable Than Litigation for Sensitive Issues
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) recorded 168 sexual harassment complaints in 2023–2024, the highest annual figure in five years. Of these, a substan…
The Multiverse of ADR: Interpretations and Applications of ADR Across Different Industries
In March 2025, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a circular to all authorized institutions reinforcing the use of arbitration and mediation for…
Hotel Conference Contract Disputes: Mediation for Event Cancellation and Force Majeure Clauses
Hong Kong’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) sector recorded an estimated 1.5 million business visitors in 2024, according to the Hong K…
Recommended ADR Legal Training Courses: Qualification Requirements for Hong Kong Accredited Mediators
The Hong Kong judiciary and the Department of Justice have been driving a measurable shift toward court-annexed and court-referred mediation. The 2024-2025 P…
Appointment of Mediators Under HKIAC Mediation Rules: How to Select the Right Mediator
The number of commercial disputes referred to mediation in Hong Kong has risen steadily over the past three years, but the single most cited reason for settl…
The Role of Lawyers in Mediation and Arbitration: Different Functions of Legal Representatives in Both Processes
The Department of Justice’s 2025 Policy Address confirmed the Government will table amendments to the Arbitration Ordinance (Cap. 609) to codify the common l…
ADR Applications in Environmental Disputes: Mediation Dialogue Between Environmental Groups and Corporations
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government published its *Climate Action Plan 2050* in October 2021, setting a net-zero electricity generation ta…
Child Participation in Family Mediation: How to Consider the Best Interests of the Child During Mediation
**This does not constitute legal advice. Consult a solicitor for your specific case.**
The Psychology of Labour Dispute Mediation: How to Handle Emotional Employment Conflicts
The Hong Kong Labour Department recorded 1,452 employee claims and 2,108 employer claims in 2024, a combined figure that represents a 12% increase from 2023…
The Future Development of ADR Legal Systems: The Application of Artificial Intelligence in Alternative Dispute Resolution
In March 2025, the Hong Kong Department of Justice (DoJ) announced a HK$300 million funding injection over three years to expand the city’s mediation and arb…
ADR Applications in Insurance Disputes: Mediation and Arbitration for Insurance Claim Denials
The Insurance Authority (IA) of Hong Kong recorded 1,327 complaint cases against insurers and intermediaries in 2023, a 12% increase from the previous year,…
A Decision Tree for Choosing Between Mediation and Arbitration: Determining the Best Path Based on Dispute Nature
In February 2025, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a circular reminding authorised institutions that their dispute resolution clauses in commer…
Costs and Funding for Family Mediation: Fee Scales for Family Mediation Services in Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Judiciary’s Practice Direction 31 (PD 31) has, since its latest revision in 2023, mandated that parties in most ancillary relief proceedings in…
Collective Mediation in Labour Disputes: Strategies for Handling Mass Redundancy Disputes
Hong Kong’s labour market has entered a period of structural recalibration. The 2025 closure of a major international retailer’s regional distribution centre…
Market Trends in ADR Legal Services: Career Prospects for Mediators and Arbitrators in Hong Kong
In February 2025, the Hong Kong Judiciary launched the 'Integrated Case Management System' (iCMS), a mandatory electronic filing platform for the District Co…
Consumer Dispute ADR Mechanisms: Mediation and Arbitration Services of the Hong Kong Consumer Council
Hong Kong’s consumer dispute resolution framework is undergoing a quiet but significant shift. In December 2024, the Hong Kong Consumer Council (HKCC) report…
Time Comparison Between Mediation and Arbitration: How Long Does Each Process Take from Initiation to Conclusion
In January 2025, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) reported a 14% year-on-year increase in new case filings, with the average dispute va…