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

24 2026-9

Are the lawyers found online reliable? How can I verify their qualifications?

There are four steps to verify a lawyer's qualifications: checking the license number and practice status, verifying the law firm's practice license, signing a written power of attorney, and obtaining an invoice from the law firm for public fees. It is illegal for unlicensed individuals to practice law under the guise of being lawyers (Article 13 of the Lawyers Law).

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24 2026-9

What should I do if I'm summoned by the public security organ for investigation?

The person being summoned shall appear on time, give a truthful statement, and check the transcript: the maximum duration of a criminal summons is 12 hours, and for major and complex cases, it shall not exceed 24 hours (Article 119 of the Criminal Procedure Law); the duration of a public security inquiry and verification is generally 8 hours; and family members may entrust a lawyer on their behalf...

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24 2026-9

What materials do I need to prepare for personal legal consultation?

For personal legal consultations, you need to bring three types of materials: identity proof, factual evidence such as contract documents, and a timeline of your claims. The statute of limitations for civil cases is generally three years, and one year for labor arbitration. If you don't have all the necessary materials, you can first seek advice. If you're facing financial difficulties, you can ap...

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24 2026-9

How are the equities of overseas-listed companies divided in divorce proceedings?

For the division of overseas equity in divorce, the applicable law shall be determined first (Article 24 of the Law on the Application of Laws). Equity and income within the marriage belong to common property. If no agreement can be reached, they can be distributed according to the proportion of quantity. It is advisable to arrange notarization, authentication, and foreign exchange compliance as e...

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24 2026-9

How to handle the inheritance of foreign-related estates overseas?

For overseas inheritance cases, the applicable law must be determined first before proceeding with local procedures: real estate is subject to the law of the place where it is located, and movable property is subject to the law of the place where the decedent was habitually resident at the time of death; starting from November 7, 2023, cross-border documents can be replaced by the Hague Apostille ...

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24 2026-9

Do verbal amendments to the content of a contract have legal effect?

Oral amendments to the contract are effective upon mutual consent in accordance with Article 543 of the Civil Code, and Article 469 recognizes the oral form. WeChat records are statutory evidence, and the core of the dispute is the provision of evidence. It is recommended to confirm the amendments in writing to leave a record.

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24 2026-9

Under what circumstances are standard contract clauses invalid?

Clauses that are unreasonable in terms of exempting liability, increasing the other party's responsibilities, or excluding the other party's main rights are invalid according to Article 497 of the Civil Code; clauses exempting liability for personal injury are absolutely invalid; the statute of limitations is three years, and the party may claim an unfavorable interpretation.

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24 2026-9

How is the penalty for delayed house delivery calculated?

The penalty for delay in handing over the house shall be calculated in accordance with the contract. If there is no agreement in the contract, the penalty shall be determined by referring to the rent of similar houses in the same area. If the penalty is too high or too low, the party concerned may request an adjustment in accordance with Article 585 of the Civil Code. The statute of limitations fo...

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24 2026-9

What should I do if the other party explicitly says they won't fulfill the contract during its execution?

If the other party clearly states in advance that they will not perform the contract, this constitutes an anticipated breach of contract. According to Article 578 of the Civil Code, the party may directly hold the other party accountable. Article 563 of the Civil Code allows the party to terminate the contract. The right to terminate the contract must be exercised within one year. It is recommende...

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24 2026-9

How to determine the legal validity of an electronic contract?

Electronic contracts have the same legal effect as paper contracts: Article 14 of the "Electronic Signature Law" stipulates that reliable electronic signatures have the same legal effect as handwritten signatures and stamped signatures; the statute of limitations is 3 years, and it is important to retain the original data.

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24 2026-9

Is the contract valid if it's only stamped but not signed?

The contract is also valid if it is only stamped: Article 490 of the Civil Code stipulates that the contract is established by either signing, stamping, or affixing a fingerprint; if one party has performed the contract and the other party has accepted it, the contract is also valid, and the party can file a lawsuit within the three-year statute of limitations.

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24 2026-9

Is the family legal advisory service charged on an annual basis?

Family law consultants are usually charged on an annual basis, with fees determined through market-based negotiations and typically ranging from thousands of yuan to tens of thousands of yuan per year. The contract can be terminated at any time in accordance with Article 933 of the Civil Code, and fees will be settled according to the terms of the contract.

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24 2026-9

Can individuals hire family law consultants? Are the fees expensive?

Individuals can sign a family advisory contract with law firms: the basic annual package starts from thousands of yuan, and the mid-range package costs between thousands and over 10,000 yuan. For families with more than a few legal needs per year, the annual package is usually more cost-effective than paying by the hour.

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