Law and Justice in Hong Kong

Law and Justice in Hong Kong offers readers an accessible and updated account of the legal system of Hong Kong, the only common law jurisdiction in East Asia. Written in a lucid narrative style, it encourages readers to appreciate the underlying values of legal practice and the administration of justice in the context of wider global and regional developments. It also explains the crucial role played by the rule of law in Hong Kong’s historic transition from a cluster of marginal fishing settlements into a leading international financial centre over the course of one and a half century.

Comprehensive content on common law, international law & Chinese law in Hong Kong:
• An essential primer on the legal system of Hong Kong
• Places the study of Hong Kong law into the context of wider global and regional developments
• Discusses aspects of public international law and Chinese law that are relevant to the practice of law and administration of justice in Hong Kong

Up-to-Date cases and latest developments:
• Uses new and engaging cases to illustrate the fundamental principles of law and justice
• Covers latest developments including heightened public concern over the rule of law and judicial independence, the nascent statutory frameworks governing arbitration and mediation, and cross-border legal exchanges between Hong Kong and mainland China

A practical approach to provide a concise & quick summary of fundamental legal and constitutional principles:
• Uses charts and diagrams to enhance understanding of legal concepts
• Includes a concise summary of key points at the end of each chapter