Frequently Asked Questions

24 2026-10

What should I do if I'm not satisfied with the decision on compensation for housing expropriation?

If you are not satisfied with the decision on compensation for housing expropriation, you can apply for administrative reconsideration within 60 days or file an administrative lawsuit within 6 months; if you fail to seek legal remedies or move out within the time limit, the court may enforce the decision by force. It is recommended that you consult a lawyer as soon as possible.

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24 2026-10

What are the items included in the compensation for the demolition of the factory building?

The compensation for the demolition of factories usually includes seven categories: the value of the house, land compensation, losses from production and business suspension, relocation and temporary resettlement fees, decoration of ancillary facilities, employee resettlement compensation, and incentive subsidies. The specific details shall be subject to the local expropriation and compensation pl...

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24 2026-10

Can the children whose household registration has been transferred still be resettled?

The key to whether children whose household registration has been transferred can be resettled lies in the identification of their membership in the collective economic organization and the local resettlement plan; the expropriation of state-owned land is based on the ownership of the house, which is basically unrelated to household registration. If the applicant disagrees with the identification ...

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24 2026-10

What are the latest regulations on compensation standards for the expropriation of state-owned land?

The compensation for the expropriation of houses on state-owned land includes the value of the house, the relocation fee, the temporary resettlement fee, and the loss of production and business suspension. The value of the house shall be appraised according to the similar real estate market price on the date of the announcement of the expropriation decision. If there are any objections to the appr...

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24 2026-10

Is the shantytown renovation project legal? How to check its legality?

The legality of the transformation of shantytowns can be verified from four aspects: project approval, planning permission, land expropriation approval, and compensation plan. If dissatisfied with the expropriation decision, one can apply for a reconsideration within 60 days, and the government should respond to the request for information disclosure within 20 working days.

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24 2026-10

After signing the demolition agreement, what should I do if my house is forcibly demolished?

Signing an agreement does not mean that demolitions can be carried out at will. If the compensation is not in place or the demolition is carried out without going through the legal procedures, it can be confirmed as illegal and the applicant can apply for state compensation. Please note the 6-month statute of limitations for filing a lawsuit and the 2-year statute of limitations for claiming compe...

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24 2026-10

What items are included in the compensation for the demolition of shops?

The compensation for the demolition of shops includes the value of the house, relocation fees, temporary resettlement fees, losses from production and business suspension, and decoration equipment. If you have any objections to the assessment report, you should apply for a review within 10 days from the date of receipt.

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24 2026-10

How should we view the size of the lawyer team at a demolition law firm?

The size of a demolition law firm's team is not the only criterion. It should be evaluated comprehensively based on the complexity of the case, the involvement of the lead lawyer, team collaboration, and logistical support. The focus should be on the firm's experience in handling similar cases and the actual effort invested in them.

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24 2026-10

What are the standard fees charged by criminal defense lawyers? Are they based on the case's progress or on a fixed amount per case?

Criminal defense fees are usually charged in stages according to the investigation, review of prosecution, first instance, and second instance. Alternatively, clients may hire lawyers for the entire process in a lump sum, which is determined through negotiation between the law firm and the client. However, risk-based fees are not allowed in criminal cases.

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24 2026-10

Which law firms in Shanghai specialize in criminal defense?

When choosing a criminal defense law firm, one should focus on reviewing its case experience, professional direction, team configuration, and communication quality, rather than blindly following its size and ranking. Henglue Criminal Defense Team primarily provides services in Beijing and across China.

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