Legal Information

Firm news, insights on new laws, and frequently asked questions.

14 2026-10

If one does not have a residential land use certificate, can they still receive compensation when their land is expropriated?

Even without a residential land use right certificate, those who meet the requirements may still receive compensation for expropriation. The use rights of residential land formed historically, long-term legal possession, and actual use can be compensated after investigation and verification; however, those without ownership evidence will be rejected. This is in accordance with the Land Management ...

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14 2026-10

How to choose a reliable demolition lawyer?

When choosing a reliable demolition lawyer, there are four key points to consider: expertise (whether they have long-term experience in land expropriation and demolition cases), case records (successes or error corrections in similar cases), procedural competence (public information disclosure, administrative review, and litigation), and transparent fee arrangements. According to the lawyer's prof...

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14 2026-10

Which is the best way for demolition lawyers to charge fees?

There are three common ways for demolition lawyers to charge fees: fixed fees per case, fees based on the proportion of the compensation amount, and contingency fees (a percentage of the additional compensation). The choice depends on the difficulty of the case and the client's budget. Fees based on the outcome are subject to a cap. The fees charged should comply with the Lawyers' Service Fees Reg...

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14 2026-10

How to file an appeal against a government's illegal response to a request for public information disclosure?

If the government's response to a request for public information disclosure is unlawful, the applicant may file an administrative review request within 60 days from the date of receipt of the response, or initiate administrative litigation within six months. According to the "Regulations on the Disclosure of Government Information" and the "Administrative Review Law" (which will come into effect i...

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14 2026-10

What legal procedures are required for the demolition of shops?

The general process of store demolition is: announcement of the expropriation decision—appraisal—compensation negotiation—reaching an agreement or making a compensation decision—relocation (with the right to appeal or litigate if dissatisfied). According to the "Regulations on the Expropriation and Compensation of Buildings on State-Owned Land", stores should also be compensated for the losses of ...

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14 2026-10

What should I do if the compensation plan does not comply with the law?

The compensation plan does not comply with legal provisions. You can apply for a review or file a lawsuit in accordance with the law, and request a suspension of execution. According to the Land Management Law and the Administrative Review Law (implemented in 2024), the plan that violates procedural requirements or has obviously low standards should be revoked or corrected.

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14 2026-10

After being fined for illegal construction, do the buildings still need to be demolished?

After being fined for illegal construction, whether the building needs to be demolished depends on the severity of the violation and whether it can be rectified. The fine is an administrative punishment, while the demolition is a separate order; the two do not replace each other. If corrective measures can still be taken to eliminate the impact, the violator can be given a time limit to rectify th...

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14 2026-10

How is the compensation for losses due to production and business suspension calculated?

The compensation for production and business suspension losses is generally calculated based on factors such as the profitability before the expropriation and the duration of the suspension. The specific standards are set by provincial governments. According to the "Regulations on the Expropriation and Compensation of Houses on State-Owned Land" and the evaluation methods, direct losses should be ...

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14 2026-10

After receiving the indictment, how can I find a defense lawyer?

After receiving the indictment, the defendant should appoint a defense attorney and prepare for cross-examination within the response period. According to the Criminal Procedure Law, the defendant has the right to defend himself or appoint a defense attorney. After the court serves the indictment, the trial preparation begins. The key actions are to review the case file in time, list objections, a...

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14 2026-10

How to defend in illegal fund-raising cases?

In the defense of illegal fund-raising cases, it is necessary to first distinguish between illegal deposit-taking and fund-raising fraud, and then examine the amount, degree of participation, and refund. According to the Criminal Law and judicial interpretations, the principal and accomplices, subjective awareness, and the destination of the funds determine the criminal responsibility. The key poi...

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14 2026-10

Under what circumstances might the death penalty not be approved?

The common circumstances under which the death penalty may not be approved include: unclear facts and insufficient evidence, failure to fully consider sentencing circumstances (such as accomplices, attempted crimes, voluntary surrender and meritorious acts), the victim's fault, compensation and understanding, and procedural violations. According to the death penalty policy of "sparing as many live...

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14 2026-10

Can family members attend the trial of criminal cases as observers?

Generally, family members can attend the trial of criminal cases. Citizens are allowed to attend trials that are conducted in public according to law, except for those involving state secrets, personal privacy, minors, etc., which are not conducted in public. This is in accordance with the Criminal Procedure Law and court rules. The core principle is "publicity".

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14 2026-10

What is the full-coverage criminal defense policy?

The full coverage of criminal defense refers to the appointment of lawyers by legal aid agencies to defend criminal suspects and defendants who meet certain conditions (such as those who may be sentenced to life imprisonment or the death penalty, or those who are eligible for legal aid), in order to safeguard their litigation rights. This is in accordance with relevant criminal justice policies an...

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14 2026-10

What are the differences in the defense strategies for the crimes of embezzlement and bribery?

The defense strategies for the crimes of embezzlement and bribery are different: embezzlement violates public property and focuses on the nature of the property and the convenience of the position; bribery violates the integrity of the position and focuses on the profit-making activities and the receipt of consideration. According to the relevant provisions of the Criminal Law, the constitutive el...

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