Episode Details

Today’s guest is Neil Kaplan KC, one of the world’s leading authorities on arbitration. Neil reflects on his long and distinguished career, beginning as a barrister in London before relocating to Hong Kong to serve in the pre-handover Attorney General’s Chambers. He discusses the joys of working in private practice, the challenges of sitting as a Judge, and his tenure as Chairman of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre. He speaks with our Senior Partner, Colin Cohen. Stay tuned. 

 00:51 Introduction to Neil Kaplan: The Father of Hong Kong Arbitration
 01:37 Recent Activities and the Kaplan Lecture
 03:42 Journey into Law: Early Inspirations and Career Beginnings
 05:58 Specialisation and Transition to Hong Kong
 08:00 Government Service in Hong Kong
 09:57 Private Practice and Establishing Des Voeux Chambers
 10:40 Judicial Career and Arbitration Contributions
 13:35 Leaving the Judiciary and Embracing Arbitration
 16:10 Growth of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre
 18:16 Current Arbitration Landscape and Advice for Young Lawyers
 26:57 Reflections on a Distinguished Career and Life in Hong Kong 

Host: Colin Cohen
Director: Niall Donnelly
Producer and VO: Thomas Latter  

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