The CEAC is an institution officially established by the Hamburg Bar Organisation (an official administration representing more than 7000 lawyers), by the Hamburg Chamber of Commerce (representing companies in Hamburg and home of the Hamburg Beijing Conciliation Centre since over 20 yeas) and by leading lawyers and lawfirms from around the globe. Under German law, to start its activities, the CEAC was duly registered with the Commercial Register of Hamburg at HRB 106638. It does not require a further license. The Hamburg Senator has given its explicit approval and accepted the patronage to the intstitution by a letter dated 18 September (which is the date of the CEAC inauguration).

Ceac is supported by all of the over 80 founders from 19 nations and all members of the Chinese European Legal Association CELA which include many leading international lawfirms. See CELA Founders & Members.