Founded by Gregory Payne, Payne Clermont Velasco is a litigation-focused boutique established in Hong Kong. The firm serves local and international clients with strength in civil and commercial litigation, criminal, family and matrimonial disputes. Jaerey Velasco is another key member of the firm.
The details of the cases the firm worked on during the research period remain confidential, but the firm has been primarily handling commercial disputes and family and matrimonial proceedings in the past 12 months.
Client feedback
“They have been very professional in every dealing that I have been involved with.” – Commercial arbitration
"Extremely personalised service, fair billing, and a sharp litigious brain." – Labour and employment
“Attention to detail.” – White-collar crime
"The case was successfully concluded at trial, thanks to the professionalism exhibited by all staff members at Payne Clermont Velasco (PVC). Throughout the proceedings, PVC remained focused and maintained a high level of professionalism, despite the defendant's attempts to employ underhanded tricks to alter the ruling. Greg Payne, in particular, unwaveringly upheld his belief in due process and the law." – White-collar crime
Gregory Payne
"He is highly personable and exceptionally capable, demonstrating good listening skills and the ability to follow instructions without unnecessarily inflating the workload to increase fees."
"With a wealth of knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and a proven track record of delivering results, he excels in his field."
“All aspects of my relationship with Gregory was outstanding. He is very thorough, engaging, transparent and supportive.”
“Greg is the ultimate professional in all our dealings.”
“Professional and factual.”
“Greg was always very patient in listening and explaining things.”
"He consistently maintained a focus on the long-term goal, tirelessly striving to eliminate errors and omissions while diligently considering and covering every angle and avenue."
“Greg was very good at communicating the process, how we were going to move forward, with a timeline and what the structured approach was going to be.”
Jaerey Velasco
“She is the jewel of the firm.”
“Pragmatism and calm professionalism.”
“Jaerey is a pragmatic and responsive solicitor who supports her clients to make wise decisions in mediation.”
