Frequently Asked Questions

29 2026-9

When getting a divorce, what age of the child is more likely to be awarded to the mother?

When divorcing, children under the age of two generally stay with their mother; for children over the age of two, the court will make a decision based on what is most beneficial to the minor children; and for children over the age of eight, the court will respect their wishes. The court determines the custody based on comprehensive factors such as the child-rearing conditions, the fault of the par...

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28 2026-9

What is a lawyer's witnessing service?

The lawyer's witnessing service is a professional service in which lawyers certify the authenticity and legality of legal acts, and is often used for supervising wills, contracts, and signatures. Its evidentiary value is higher than that of ordinary private certificates, but it is different from notarization.

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28 2026-9

How can one assess the chances of winning their case through legal advice?

To assess the chances of winning a case through legal advice, one should bring all the evidence, clarify the facts, and explain the basis of the claim and the difficulties in providing evidence. The lawyer will provide a probability assessment based on the evidence and legal provisions, rather than making a guarantee of victory.

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28 2026-9

How is the fee for a lawyer defending the rights of unfinished buildings calculated?

The attorney's fees for defending the rights of unfinished buildings shall be charged on a per-case basis, as a percentage of the litigation amount, or on a contingency fee basis; for group cases, the costs can be shared. When signing the contract, the stages and authorizations must be clearly specified in writing, and caution should be exercised against promises of guaranteed victory.

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28 2026-9

How can lenders protect their rights when a P2P platform collapses?

When a P2P platform collapses, borrowers can seek justice through three channels: reporting the case to the police to register their claims, initiating civil litigation to recover losses, and participating in collective representative litigation. According to Article 176 of the Criminal Law and other provisions, borrowers should secure evidence as soon as possible to avoid the statute of limitatio...

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28 2026-9

If a credit card is stolen and used fraudulently, is the bank liable for compensation?

The bank shall compensate the cardholder for unauthorized credit card transactions for which the cardholder is not at fault; according to Article 7 of the Supreme People's Court's Regulations on Bank Card Disputes, the cardholder may be held partially responsible for transactions conducted with the PIN code, and should immediately report the loss and file a case with the police upon discovery.

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28 2026-9

How can a company recover its losses after being defrauded?

If the company is defrauded, it should immediately report the case to the police, freeze the account, fix the evidence, and seek compensation through criminal restitution or separate civil litigation; claiming according to Article 224 of the Criminal Law and Article 101 of the Criminal Procedure Law.

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28 2026-9

What contracts do litigation attorneys need to sign?

Lawyers handling litigation cases must sign a written power of attorney contract, which clearly specifies the scope of authority and fees; and issue an authorization letter in accordance with Articles 61 and 62 of the Civil Procedure Law, with specific authorizations listed item by item.

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28 2026-9

Do I need to hire a lawyer in Beijing for disputes over sales contracts?

For sale and purchase disputes with large amounts, complex evidence, or involving criminal matters, it is recommended to hire a lawyer in Beijing. Article 24 of the Civil Procedure Law stipulates jurisdiction, and lawyers can preserve evidence and collect evidence. For clear-cut cases with small amounts, it is advisable to consult a lawyer first.

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28 2026-9

How is the compensation standard for breaching a second-hand housing contract calculated?

For second-hand housing disputes, the breach of contract damages shall be calculated in accordance with the contractual provisions and statutory provisions. The amount of the breach of contract penalty can be adjusted if it is excessive; the deposit and the breach of contract penalty cannot be used concurrently; and the compensation shall include the actual losses such as the price difference and ...

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28 2026-9

What legal risks can contract review help avoid?

The contract review identifies issues such as false subject information, invalid clauses, imbalanced rights and responsibilities, and evidence gaps; invalidates clauses that violate mandatory provisions or public order and good customs, and ensures that the stamped and signed documents have legal effect externally.

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28 2026-9

What legal risks should be paid attention to when signing a contract?

When signing a contract, it is necessary to prevent four types of risks: false identity of the parties, invalid clauses, unclear content, and difficulty in holding parties accountable for criminal acts; clauses that violate public order and good morals are invalid, and those involving crimes can be dismissed for prosecution and referred to the public security organ for handling.

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28 2026-9

How to design a more secure corporate equity structure?

The security of the equity structure relies on three designs: isolation, ownership, and exit. These designs aim to avoid the confusion of sole proprietorship companies, stipulate exit and breach of contract in writing, and enable the early recovery of transfer funds in the event of anticipated breach of contract.

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