Committed to Balanced Resolution
Building bridges through professional mediation and arbitration services, grounded in fairness and respect for all parties.
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accord chmb was founded in 2014 by experienced legal practitioners who recognized the growing need for accessible, professional alternative dispute resolution services in Hong Kong. Our founding partners had witnessed how traditional litigation often escalated conflicts rather than resolving them, consuming resources and damaging relationships that could have been preserved.
We established our practice with a clear vision: to provide dispute resolution services that prioritize understanding, balance, and sustainable outcomes. Our approach recognizes that most disputes arise from misunderstandings or misaligned interests rather than fundamental incompatibility. By creating spaces for genuine dialogue and facilitating clear communication, we help parties discover solutions they might not have considered.
Over the past twelve years, we've worked with individuals, businesses, and organizations across Hong Kong and the wider region. Our experience spans commercial contracts, partnership disputes, employment matters, construction projects, and cross-border transactions. Each case has reinforced our belief that most conflicts can be resolved constructively when approached with skill, patience, and genuine commitment to fairness.
Today, accord chmb serves as a trusted resource for parties seeking alternatives to traditional litigation. We maintain our founding commitment to professional standards, confidentiality, and balanced guidance while continuously adapting our methods to serve Hong Kong's evolving business environment.
Our Team
Experienced professionals dedicated to facilitating constructive resolution
Sarah Chen
Senior Mediator
Sarah brings fifteen years of experience in commercial mediation, helping parties navigate complex business disputes with clarity and professionalism.
David Wong
Arbitration Specialist
David specializes in international commercial arbitration, with particular expertise in construction and technology sector disputes.
Michelle Lau
ADR Consultant
Michelle advises clients on designing effective dispute resolution frameworks and drafting appropriate arbitration clauses for commercial agreements.
Professional Standards
Our commitment to quality and ethical practice
Accredited Mediators
Our mediators hold accreditation from the Hong Kong Mediation Accreditation Association Council, ensuring recognized professional standards and ongoing development.
Confidentiality Protocols
We maintain strict confidentiality procedures for all proceedings, protecting sensitive business information and ensuring parties can speak freely during resolution processes.
Impartiality Standards
Our practitioners adhere to rigorous neutrality standards, disclosing any potential conflicts and maintaining balanced approaches throughout all proceedings.
Continuing Education
Team members participate in regular professional development, staying current with evolving dispute resolution techniques and regional legal developments.
Professional Memberships
Active members of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre and Asia Pacific Mediation Forum, contributing to professional development in the region.
Quality Assurance
Regular case reviews and feedback mechanisms ensure our services meet professional standards and address client needs effectively.
Our Approach
We approach dispute resolution as a constructive process rather than a confrontational one. Our methods emphasize understanding underlying interests, exploring creative solutions, and building sustainable agreements. Whether facilitating mediation discussions or representing clients in arbitration, we maintain focus on achieving outcomes that serve parties' real needs.
Mediation sessions at accord chmb create environments where parties can speak candidly about their concerns and interests. We help identify common ground, clarify misunderstandings, and generate options that might not emerge through adversarial processes. Our role involves managing dialogue productively while respecting each party's autonomy in decision-making.
In arbitration matters, we combine vigorous advocacy with the professionalism appropriate to private dispute resolution. We prepare thoroughly, present arguments clearly, and engage constructively with opposing counsel and tribunals. Our goal is effective representation that advances clients' interests while maintaining the efficiency and dignity of arbitral proceedings.
For ADR clause drafting, we consider the specific characteristics of each transaction and relationship. Effective dispute resolution provisions anticipate potential difficulties while creating frameworks suited to parties' needs. We focus on enforceability, practical convenience, and cost efficiency when designing these mechanisms.
Work With Us
If you're facing a dispute or seeking guidance on designing appropriate resolution mechanisms, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss how we might assist. Our initial consultations provide clarity about options and approaches without pressure to proceed.
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