Mediation in Hong Kong
Private, confidential dispute resolution with Caroline Langley, barrister and HKMAAL accredited mediator since 2001. Published prices, online deposits, and every session in person at Justice Chambers, Admiralty.
Family Mediation
Confidential, structured mediation for separating couples and families: finances, children's arrangements, and the practical decisions in between. In person in Admiralty.
Private Financial Resolution Day
Your financial dispute heard privately by a senior barrister in one day: a reasoned indication of the likely court outcome, then signed heads of agreement the same day.
General Mediation
The same structured, confidential process for civil and commercial disputes: business partners, employers and employees, neighbours, estates, and organisations. In person in Admiralty.
Read about Family Mediation or the Private Financial Resolution Day, or email an enquiry.
Mediation: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does family mediation cost in Hong Kong with Caroline Langley?
Family mediation costs HK$1,200 per hour per party, plus a shared room fee of HK$500 per hour. Sessions are booked online with a HK$2,000 deposit per party. General mediation for civil and commercial disputes is charged at the same rates.
How long does mediation take?
Mediation commonly takes a full day and, in an average divorce, should rarely need more than two days. One or two uninterrupted days usually give the best chance of a resolution, because short, widely spaced sessions lose momentum.
Is mediation confidential?
Yes. Mediation discussions are confidential and without prejudice. If no agreement is reached, what was said generally cannot be relied on later in Court, so both parties can speak openly and explore compromises.
When can we mediate?
You can mediate before divorce proceedings start, during the proceedings, or at any point before final judgment. The Hong Kong Court encourages mediation because it is usually quicker, less expensive and less confrontational than litigation.
What happens if we only agree on some issues?
A partial agreement still helps. Financial terms that are agreed can be turned into a Court Order while children's issues continue through the Court's Children's Dispute Resolution process, or the reverse. Each issue settled privately is one less matter for the Court to decide.
What should I bring to mediation?
Bring the relevant financial information in one file: bank statements, payslips, mortgage statements, school fee receipts and other documents showing the family's financial position. Also prepare two lists: the matters most important to you, and the points on which you can realistically compromise.
Where do mediation sessions take place?
All sessions are held in person at Justice Chambers, Tower 1 Lippo Centre, 89 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong.
Is Caroline Langley an accredited mediator?
Yes. Caroline Langley has been an HKMAAL accredited mediator since 2001 and has more than thirty years at the Bar across four jurisdictions.
Are there accredited family mediators in Hong Kong who are also barristers?
Yes. Caroline Langley is a practising Hong Kong barrister and an HKMAAL accredited mediator, listed on the HKMAAL register for Family and Children matters. She was called to the Hong Kong Bar in 1997 and has more than thirty years at the Bar across four jurisdictions. Her listing can be checked on the HKMAAL register.
What are the alternatives to going to court for divorce in Hong Kong?
A divorce itself must still be granted by the Family Court, but the arrangements for money, property and children can usually be settled privately. The main options are family mediation, where a neutral mediator helps both parties reach their own agreement; a private FDR, where a senior barrister gives a confidential indication of what a court would likely order; and negotiation through solicitors. Any agreement can then be turned into a consent order, which avoids a contested hearing.