Frequently Asked Questions

23 2026-10

Can WeChat accounts and chat records be inherited?

Generally, WeChat accounts themselves cannot be transferred, but funds such as WeChat Wallet and LiCai Tong can be inherited as part of an estate. Chat records involve privacy and communication secrets, and their use should be limited to necessary and legal purposes.

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23 2026-10

Can Douyin and Kuaishou accounts be considered as inheritance?

The property rights of Douyin and Kuaishou accounts can be treated as inheritance. However, the transfer of the accounts themselves is subject to platform rules, and the transfer is usually accomplished through discounted compensation or the division of income. Evidence such as income records is required for this process.

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23 2026-10

Can virtual currency be inherited?

Virtual currencies have the attributes of property and can be inherited as part of an estate, but this requires evidence such as fixed private keys, wallet addresses, and transaction records. When it comes to monetizing virtual currencies, it's important to pay attention to compliance risks, and the burden of proof can be quite high.

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23 2026-10

Can the game account under my name be inherited?

Game accounts can be inherited, and virtual assets such as equipment and currency in the account can be divided as inheritance. However, the transfer of the account itself is subject to platform agreements, and additional evidence such as recharge records is required, as well as the need to contact the operator.

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23 2026-10

Can the pension be divided as part of the inheritance?

Generally, pensions cannot be divided as part of the estate. They are paid after the death of the insured and are intended for close relatives. According to Article 112 of the Civil Code, they are not considered part of the estate and should be reasonably distributed among close relatives based on the degree of their dependency and support.

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23 2026-10

Is the death compensation considered an inheritance?

The death compensation is not an inheritance. According to Article 1122 of the Civil Code, it does not belong to the property left behind at the time of death. It should be reasonably distributed among the close relatives according to the degree of support and dependence. If no agreement can be reached through consultation, the court may make a determination upon the request of any interested part...

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23 2026-10

How to handle the inheritance and transfer of central government-owned housing?

For the inheritance and transfer of central government-owned housing, the first step is to confirm the right of inheritance (through a will or statutory inheritance), then proceed with the transfer registration based on the public certificate of inheritance rights or the court's judgment document. Usually, a certificate from the property rights unit is also required, and the entire process may tak...

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23 2026-10

How to ensure visitation rights in a child custody dispute?

The right to visitation is a statutory right, and the methods, time, and obligations to assist should be clearly specified in the divorce agreement or judgment. If the custodial parent refuses to assist, the other party can apply for enforcement. If the visitation is detrimental to the physical and mental health of the child, the visitation can be suspended.

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23 2026-10

How long does a divorce lawsuit typically last?

The first-instance ordinary procedure for divorce litigation lasts six months, and the simplified procedure lasts three months; mediation for divorce is faster, and if the court does not grant a divorce in the first instance, the next litigation may take one to two years. For cases involving foreign parties or complex property disputes, the litigation period will be even longer.

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23 2026-10

What specific services does family law include?

Family legal services cover the entire process of pre-marital and marital property arrangements, divorce agreements and litigation, child custody, property division, inheritance, family property division, protection against domestic violence, and cross-border marriage-related family matters.

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23 2026-10

For children over the age of two, how is custody determined?

When the child reaches the age of two, if the parents cannot reach an agreement, the court will make a judgment based on the principle of what is most beneficial to the minor child. Taking into account the parents' ability to raise the child and the child's growth environment, the court will respect the child's true wishes if the child is over the age of eight.

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