The objects of the Hong Kong Bar Association, as set out in its Rules and Regulations , are generally to consider and to take proper action on all matters affecting the legal profession and the administration of justice. The principal officers of the Association, namely, the Chairman, the Vice-Chairman and the Honorary Secretary are all elected at its annual general meeting. All matters of policy are decided by the Bar Council and Special Committees are appointed from time to time to consider important matters such as professional discipline, future developments of the profession and law reforms. So far there are 26 such Special Committees .
Barristers are legal practitioners expert in advocacy and specialising in litigation.
Generally, only barristers have the right of audience in Hong Kong's High Court, Court of Appeal and the Court of Final Appeal. Any person who satisfies the requirements set out in ss. 27-29 of the LPO may be admitted as a barrister. It is the duty of every barrister, whether practising or otherwise, to comply with the provisions of the Code of Conduct for the Bar of Hong Kong . The Code is aimed at promoting and maintaining the high standards of the profession.