Law
Mentor: Mr. John Marray
Hannah Kwok
Between August 5th and August 9th, I had the opportunity to shadow Mr. John Marray, an experienced criminal case barrister of almost forty years at Admiralty Chambers. During the week, I joined Mr Marray’s other pupils and mini-pupils in handling his cases, from insurance fraud and asylum-seeking to intentional harm. This experience allowed me to witness a fraction of the full spectrum of cases a barrister deals with and the work behind the scenes to put forward a strong case in court
Throughout the week, my time was divided between the District Court and AdmiraltyChambers. During court sessions, I observed a case about insurance fraud by watching the video-recorded interview (VRI) of the defendant and meetings with the ICAC—who worked co-jointedly withMr Marray on the case and produced transcripts of court sessions for future evidential reference. After court days, I would continue working at Chambers with other pupils to prepare court document submissions and research ongoing cases. Even in a short week, I went over bundles of evidential documents, witness statements and international human rights reports for Mr Marray’s various cases.
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Mr Marray’s passion for upholding justice has certainly inspired all pupils. Although we are all at different stages of work and education, we are sure to have been motivated to face our future endeavours with the readiness and dedication of our mentor.​
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​Mentor: Kamina Lai
Audrey Seng, Angel Tung & Eivy Wong
On July 23, 2024, we met our mentor at Wan Chai District Court for a morning court hearing.The session involved barristers seeking case postponements or bail for clients. Our mentor requested a delay as she needed time to read new documents. Over lunch, we discussed the legal field and our aspirations. Our mentor pled for mitigation for her client in the next court session. After the court session, we debriefed on the case and legal practice.
On August 14, 2024, we joined counsel Benson Wong at Eastern Magistrates Court for a typical assault case in October 2023. Initially, he pled not guilty, but after viewing the CCTV evidence, the judge claimed his act was apparent and encouraged him to admit guilt. After a lengthy discussion, the client admitted guilt, and the court session ended soon after that. After that, we conversed with our mentor about the case and received valuable advice on legal studies and pursuing a legal career.
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Mentor: Claudia Kong (Kelvin Ng & Co., Solicitors)
Maisie Chan& Jasmine Kwok
The job-shadowing event was invaluable and enlightening, allowing us to better understand a solicitor's daily work and responsibilities.
One key aspect we noticed was Claudia's time analysing her clients' oral confessions and carefully drafting reports to support her legal stance. This meticulous process demonstrated the importance of thorough investigation and evidence-gathering in building a solid case.We came to appreciate how this enables solicitors to uncover the truth and work towards achieving justice for their clients.​
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Another insightful moment was witnessing Mr. Cheung, another solicitor, in the company’s client meeting. During the session, the client raised several questions and concerns regarding drafting a testament.I was impressed by Mr. Cheung's ability to patiently explain the legal procedures and draw upon his past experiences to address the client's queries. This showcased the solicitor's role as a trusted advisor, capable of translating complex legal concepts into easily understandable terms.
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​While the legal industry may not always be as dramatic as portrayed in television shows, we gained a newfound respect for the meticulous work and analytical skills required of solicitors
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