Can I appeal to the CFA? |
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The CFA hears appeals on civil and criminal matters from the High Court (the Court of Appeal and the Court of First Instance). |
Is legal aid available for taking cases to the CFA? |
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Yes, legal aid is available for taking cases to the CFA. Any person who wishes to be granted legal aid must make an application to the Director of Legal Aid. Further details on the application can be found here. |
What are the opening hours of the CFA Registry? |
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Monday to Friday (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays) |
To whom should cheques for court fees be made payable? |
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Cheques for court fees should be made payable to “The Government of the HKSAR”. |
How can I find out when a case is due to be heard by the CFA? |
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Click here for a list of forthcoming final appeal hearings before the Court Click here for a list of forthcoming leave application hearings before the Appeal Committee. Click here for a list of forthcoming hearings before the Registrar. |
Does the CFA publish parties’ skeleton arguments or printed cases? |
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Yes, subject to the consent of the parties, the CFA will publish parties’ skeleton arguments or printed cases on this website with the Judgment published since 1 January 2015. |
How can I find out when a judgment is due to be published? |
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A Notice of Handing Down will be issued to the parties when a judgment is due to be published. |
Are there meeting room facilities for private discussions with my legal team? |
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Yes, there are meeting room facilities on the first floor of the CFA building. |
Where can I find more information about the Judicial Assistants scheme? |
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Click here for more information about the Judicial Assistants scheme. |