Frequently asked questions

Usually no. We appear on your behalf under a power of attorney; your testimony can be given by notarized affidavit or remote means where permitted.

It depends on the model — hourly, fixed-fee per stage, or contingency/hybrid. We give a written fee plan after the free review.

First-instance civil cases often conclude in 3-6 months; enforcement timing depends on asset availability.

Generally three years from when you knew or should have known of the breach — but do not rely on this; early advice protects your rights.

Yes. PRC courts are required to apply the law equally to domestic and foreign parties, and foreign-related cases receive specific procedural protections.

Usually PRC substantive law if the contract so provides or connects to China; international treaties (e.g., CISG) may also apply.

Foreign lawyers cannot represent clients in PRC court proceedings; a PRC-licensed attorney must be of record. We are that firm.

First-instance civil hearings are generally open, though trade-secret portions can be sealed on application.

Documents executed outside China generally need notarization and Apostille (under the HCCH Convention, now effective for China) or consular legalization.

A Chinese translation is required for filing; we prepare a certified translation.

We use notarized inspection/purchase evidence and, where needed, technical appraisal.

Generally not automatically; China enforces foreign judgments only where a treaty or reciprocity exists. Foreign arbitral awards under the NY Convention are far easier to enforce.

Yes — pre-judgment property preservation can be granted, often ex parte, to prevent dissipation of assets.

We combine court-led asset investigation with disclosure and, where justified, restrictions on the legal representative.

After enforcement, funds can be repatriated subject to applicable foreign-exchange rules; we coordinate the process.