Chu Wai Kei 朱偉基
Chu Wai Kei appears as counsel of record in 9 reported Hong Kong judgments (2024–2026), most often before the HKDC. Member of Kenneth C.L. Chan's Chambers.
About Chu Wai Kei
Chu Wai Kei appears as counsel of record in 9 reported Hong Kong judgments (2024–2026). These were heard before HKDC (8) and HKCFI (1).
Source: derived from 9 published Hong Kong judgments, most recent decision . Published on HKLII.
Professional record
- Branch
- Barrister
- Chambers
- Kenneth C.L. Chan's Chambers
- Year of call (HK)
- 2005
Registry facts from the Hong Kong Bar Association roster.
In the court record
Chu Wai Kei (朱偉基), called to the Bar in 2005 and practising from Kenneth C.L. Chan's Chambers, appears primarily in the District Court, most often instructed as counsel for the defendant. His reported matters concern criminal law, drug offences, and discrimination and equal opportunities, alongside civil claims.
His reported defence instructions include HKSAR v. Wong Chun Hung [2026] HKDC 952, HKSAR v. Meng Caiyi [2025] HKDC 2201, HKSAR v. Lin Qunxiang [2025] HKDC 1086, HKSAR v. Lo Wan [2025] HKDC 63, HKSAR v. Chan Ka Chun [2024] HKDC 1001 and HKSAR v. Sung Ka Lok [2024] HKDC 559, and as counsel for the accused in HKSAR v. Lau Chun Yin [2025] HKCFI 379. In the civil sphere, he acted for the claimant in the discrimination matter Li Chi Sum v. Secretary for Justice [2025] HKDC 175 and its earlier stage, Li Chi Sum v. Secretary for Justice [2024] HKDC 273.
What courts does Chu Wai Kei appear in?
Chu Wai Kei (朱偉基) of Kenneth C.L. Chan's Chambers appears primarily in the District Court, with reported instructions also in the Court of First Instance, most often as counsel for the defendant, in matters from 2024 to 2026.
Has Chu Wai Kei handled discrimination claims?
Yes. Chu Wai Kei acted as counsel for the claimant in Li Chi Sum v. Secretary for Justice [2025] HKDC 175 and Li Chi Sum v. Secretary for Justice [2024] HKDC 273, both discrimination and equal opportunities matters concerning the Director of Fire Services.
Practice Areas (from the 39-area taxonomy)
Frequently instructed alongside
How many cases has Chu Wai Kei appeared in?
Chu Wai Kei appears as counsel of record in 9 reported Hong Kong judgments (2024–2026).
Which courts does Chu Wai Kei appear in?
Chu Wai Kei appears before HKDC (8) and HKCFI (1).