Trailblazing the Colonial Judiciary: A Tribute to Hong Kong's First Chinese Chief Justice

This tribute to Yang Ti Liang, the first ethnic Chinese Chief Justice of Hong Kong, explores Yang's lesser-known law school years in Shanghai and London. It reveals how these formative experiences shaped his journey to become the first China-born judge appointed to senior judicial positions in colonial Hong Kong. It also delves into the factors that influenced his decisions and passions, offering context for the remarkable accomplishments he achieved later in life.