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Useful Information and Resources

This section is intended to be informative, and provides details and information on the following areas:

-  the legal profession in Hong Kong, and especially the distinction between solicitors and barristers.

- the legal system in Hong Kong in general.

- the different possibilities of obtaining legal assistance at reduced costs or at no costs.

- the right to obtain a French-language (or any other native language) interpreter for any legal proceedings.

Difference between Barristers and Solicitors in Hong Kong

Barristers Act on Instructions from Solicitors

Legal Aid in Hong Kong

Native Language Interpreters

in a Criminal Procedure Context

The Hong Kong Legal System

Duty Lawyer Service

Free (or Reduced Cost) Legal Assistance in Hong Kong

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