5 May 2023
HWH HOLDINGS LTD v. STEPHENSON HARWOOD (A FIRM)
- Citation
- [2023] HKCFI 1230
- Court
- Court of First Instance
- Case number
- HCMP1614/2022
The judge exercised the discretionary power to require deponents to attend the preliminary issues trial for cross-examination because the trial outcome is final and binding, and cross-examination is necessary to afford a fair opportunity to explain matters in dispute; accordingly the Writ Action (including filing of a defence) is stayed pending judgment in the preliminary issues trial to avoid unnecessary costs until the proper defendant and terms of engagement are determined.