Martin W H Wong SC

Call 2004 (HK), 2005 (New York), 2019 (NSW)
Silk 2026 (HK)
Languages English , Cantonese , Mandarin
Martin Wong was recognised as a Leading Junior. Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Legal 500, 2025-2026, Greater China Region, HK Bar - Commercial Dispute Resolution, Leading Junior
Martin Wong was recognised as a Leading Junior for Commercial Disputes in the Legal 500 2024-2025
Legal 500 2024-2025, Commercial Disputes

Martin W H Wong SC

Call
2004 (HK), 2005 (New York), 2019 (NSW)
Silk
2026 (HK)
Languages
English , Cantonese , Mandarin
Martin Wong was recognised as a Leading Junior. Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.
Legal 500, 2025-2026, Greater China Region, HK Bar - Commercial Dispute Resolution, Leading Junior
Martin Wong was recognised as a Leading Junior for Commercial Disputes in the Legal 500 2024-2025
Legal 500 2024-2025, Commercial Disputes

Overview

Martin is an accomplished barrister with an extensive civil practice, representing clients at all levels of courts and tribunals in Hong Kong, as well as in arbitrations. His expertise is particularly sought after in complex cross-border commercial disputes involving financing, investments, joint ventures, and more. Martin's practice also spans areas such as professional negligence and equal opportunity claims, reflecting the breadth of his capability and the diversity of his instructions.

In addition to litigation, Martin has a robust advisory practice, offering strategic counsel on regulatory matters for companies seeking to list, and he has served as an expert on Hong Kong law in court proceedings and arbitrations in Mainland China and Malaysia.

Known for his well considered and decisive action in urgent matters, Martin frequently handles major commercial disputes requiring injunctions, ensuring his clients receive immediate and effective relief.

Fluent in English, Punti, and native in Mandarin, Martin seamlessly conducts hearings in multiple languages and provides written submissions in Chinese, making him a versatile advocate.

His judicial appointments as Deputy District Judge and Temporary Deputy Registrar of the High Court further attest to his standing in the legal profession, underscoring his trusted expertise and leadership in the field.

2003

LL.M., Boston University

2002

P.C.LL., University of Hong Kong

2001

LL.B., University of Hong Kong

  • Legal 500 Asia Pacific, 2025-2026 Greater China Region, HK Bar – Commercial Disputes,  Leading Junior
  • Legal 500, 2024 -2025, Greater China Region, HK Bar – Commercial Dispute Resolution, Leading Junior

Appointments

  • Deputy District Judge (2018, 2022, 2023)
  • Temporary Deputy Registrar of High Court (2019, 2020, 2022)
  • Insurance Authority’s Disciplinary Panel Pool (2023-2026)
  • Co-opt member, Consumer Council
  • Deputy Honorary Secretary, Hong Kong Bar Association
  • Member of the Standing Committee on Discipline, Hong Kong Bar Association
  • Vice-Chairman, Hong Kong Advocacy Training Council

  • The Woo Po Shing Medal in Law (2002)
  • Middle Temple Society Scholarship (2004)

Martin Updates

News May 28, 2026
Martin Wong SC’s celebratory dinner
News May 17, 2026
Parkside’s Martin Wong takes silk
News Mar 31, 2026
Parkside’s Martin Wong takes Silk
News Nov 19, 2025
Latest Legal 500 Rankings 2026 featuring 22 members from Parkside
News Apr 29, 2025
Congratulations to Nicola Ho on her Call to the Bar at the Hong Kong High Court
News Nov 17, 2023
Parkside Chambers’ Legal 500 2024 Rankings