John Chan

Temple Chambers is a leading Hong Kong barristers' chambers established in 1977, renowned for its strengths in private and public law. John C K Chan is a member who specializes in civil and commercial disputes and international arbitration, bringing a rigorous approach to complex cases. His practice is anchored in a wide civil spectrum and cross-border arbitration, reflecting the high standards of Temple Chambers' heritage of excellence.

Within corporate and commercial matters, Chan handles disputes involving breaches of contract, corporate governance and complex insolvency issues, often in cross-border contexts or arbitration settings. He appears in High Court proceedings and in HKIAC administered arbitrations, leveraging his broad practice areas including Commercial, Company and Equity / Trust to deliver practical and effective advocacy. His experience spans high profile commercial disputes and cross-border corporate litigation and enforcement actions.

John C K Chan emphasizes practical and responsive client service. He collaborates with colleagues to assemble tailored teams for each matter and actively manages case milestones to align with client goals, whether the dispute proceeds in court or via arbitration. He is known for clear communication, regular updates and cost effective engagement that reflect the needs and objectives of clients throughout the life of a dispute.