The Law Reform Commission of Hong Kong was established in January 1980. The Commission considers for reform those aspects of the laws of Hong Kong which are referred to it by the Secretary for Justice or the Chief Justice. Members of the Commission are appointed by the Chief Executive, on the advice of the Secretary for Justice, and include academic and practising lawyers, and prominent members of the community.

To-date, the Commission has published 54 reports covering subjects as diverse as commercial arbitration, interception of communications, privity of contract, divorce and fraud. The recommendations in 29 of its reports have already been implemented, either in whole or in part. The Commission is currently considering references on hearsay in criminal proceedings, criteria for service of jurors, double jeopardy, sexual offences, adverse possession, causing or allowing the death of a child, class actions, enduring powers of attorney, and charities.