Looking back at 2024, the Longan (Guangzhou) Law Firm in Beijing saw the emergence of numerous outstanding legal team members. Among them, the team led by Lawyer Chen Gonghui, who adhered to the principles of professionalism, focus, and dedication, provided high-quality and efficient legal services to many clients with excellent professional skills and a strong sense of responsibility. They achieved remarkable results and a good reputation in the market. Now, let’s review the remarkable achievements of the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team in 2024 and its prospects for 2025.

I. Comprehensive Analysis of 2024 Cases Handled by the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team: The Business Scope of the Team

In 2024, the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team handled a total of 89 cases across various fields, including litigation and non-litigation matters. Of these, 68 cases were litigation-related, accounting for 76%, while 21 cases were non-litigation-related, accounting for 24%.

In the litigation cases, there were 47 criminal cases, accounting for 69%, 19 civil cases, accounting for 28%, and 2 administrative cases, accounting for 3%.

(1) Litigation Cases (68 cases)

  1. Criminal Cases (47 cases): 9 cases of criminal complaints, accounting for 19%, 27 cases of criminal defense, accounting for 58%, and 11 cases of criminal representation, accounting for 23%. In criminal cases, the team, with its rich experience and professional knowledge, fought for the legal rights of clients.

2. Civil Cases (19 cases): These covered various areas such as divorce disputes, adjacent relationship disputes, labor remuneration disputes, liability disputes related to damage to company interests, compensation disputes related to damage to debtor interests, and traffic accident disputes. Each case was handled with due care to ensure fair resolution.

3. Administrative Litigation Cases (2 cases): These were cases where clients sought fair rulings in administrative disputes.

(2) Non-Litigation Cases (21 cases)

1.常年法律顾问 Services (7 cases): Providing comprehensive legal support to enterprises and institutions to prevent legal risks.

  1. Legal Consultation Services (3 cases): Promptly answering clients’ legal questions and offering professional advice.

  2. Document Writing Services (1 case): Writing legally valid documents in precise legal language for clients.

  3. Criminal Risk Mitigation (6 cases): Helping enterprises and individuals identify and mitigate criminal risks in advance.

  4. Civil Negotiation Services (1 case): Using negotiation skills to find favorable solutions for clients.

  5. Civil Case Review Services (1 case): Providing detailed information support for case handling.

  6. Government-Specific Legal Services (2 cases): Collaborating with Songzhou Sub-district Office in Baiyun District, Guangzhou, on the Songxi Area urban village renovation project, providing professional legal support for urban renewal.

(3) Cross-Domain Collaboration and Support – A Review of the Team’s Cross-Domain Collaboration in 2024

This year, the team worked together with 17 professional lawyers from the firm to handle 27 cases, accounting for 30% of the total cases in the year. These collaborations were extensive and deep, covering complex legal matters. Most of the collaborative cases were in the field of criminal cases and government-specific legal services.

II. Review of Classic Criminal Cases Handled by the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team in 2024

(1) Major Criminal Cases Handled This Year

  1. Yuan Moumou suspected of issuing false value-added tax invoices: Yuan Moumou’s company A had actual transactions with client A’s company B. However, client A paid the amount into Yuan Moumou’s private account and requested Yuan Moumou to issue an invoice to company C. Yuan Moumou was detained by Guangzhou police for suspected issuance of false value-added tax invoices. Now, he has been released on bail.

  2. Liu Moumou suspected of violating drug management regulations: Liu Moumou brought health products from foreign supermarkets to his relatives. His friend Jia produced antihypertensive powder containing Western medicine ingredients without permission in China. He claimed that the powder was brought from abroad and advised Jia not to return to the country. After returning to China, Liu Moumou was detained by police for suspected violation of drug management regulations. Now, he has been released on bail.

  3. Wen Moumou suspected of embezzlement: Wen Moumou was the manager of a company. Due to financial difficulties, he embezzled more than 700,000 yuan from the company. After the company discovered this, Wen Moumou immediately returned the money. However, he was detained by police for embezzlement exceeding three months. Now, he has been released on bail, and the case has been closed.

  4. Sun Moumou suspected of refusing to execute judgments and orders: The court ordered Sun Moumou to return money to Liang Moumou. However, Sun Moumou transferred three companies under his name to others without paying anything. Liang Moumou filed a criminal complaint against Sun Moumou for refusing to execute judgments and orders. The court sentenced Sun Moumou to one year in prison.

  5. Kuang Moumou’s account was frozen by Shunde police: Kuang Moumou received payment from client A. However, the payment involved telemarketing fraud, and Kuang Moumou’s account was also frozen. The money was required to be returned to the victim who was deceived. Now, Kuang Moumou’s account has been unfrozen, and the payment no longer needs to be returned.

  6. Jian Moumou suspected of issuing false value-added tax invoices: Jian Moumou cooperated with Hunan Company A and operated a Tmall store under Company B in Guangzhou. However, the money from the Tmall store could only flow back to Hunan Company A, not to Guangzhou Company B. Jian Moumou asked employees of Company B to register on a third-party employment platform. Company A signed a contract with the platform, paid through the platform, and the platform charged a fee before paying the employees. The employees used the money for the company’s operations. Jian Moumou was detained by Changsha police in Hunan for suspected issuance of false value-added tax invoices. Now, he has been released on bail.

  7. Guo Moumou suspected of smuggling ordinary goods: Guo Moumou was the wife of Cao Mou1. Under the instructions of Cao Mou1’s brother Cao Mou2, she lent her bank card to Cao Mou2 for smuggling goods. She did not participate in any smuggling activities. When Cao Mou2 was arrested, Guo Moumou was also detained by police. Now, she has been released on bail.

  8. Liao Moumou1 suspected of drug trafficking: Bao Mou asked Liao Moumou1 where to buy e-cigarettes. Liao Moumou1 told him to buy from Liao Moumou2. Bao Mou bought e-cigarettes from Liao Moumou2 and then shared them with Liao Moumou1. They were arrested by police. The procuratorate decided not to arrest him due to insufficient evidence. Liao Moumou1 was released on bail. No further investigation was carried out.

  9. Yi Moumou suspected of contract fraud: A Construction Company signed an agreement with Jiang Mou and Zhang Mou, assigning all construction projects to Jiang Mou and requiring Zhang Mou to provide joint guarantee. Due to poor management, the project could not continue. Yi Moumou was involved in re-signing the agreement with A Company. After completing the project, A Company found no stones as expected and determined that Yi Moumou was involved in contract fraud. The procuratorate decided not to arrest him due to insufficient evidence. Yi Moumou was released on bail.

  10. Wen Moumou suspected of operating a gambling house: Wen Moumou was invited by friends to eat out. Other friends played mahjong in the room, while Wen Moumou ate out. He was arrested by police. Wen Moumou was released by police.

  11. Wu Moumou suspected of illegal business operations: Wu Moumou engaged in banking activities without approval. The procuratorate determined that his illegal gains were over 900,000 yuan and recommended a sentence of 5 years and 3 months to 6 years. However, the court did not determine illegal gains and sentenced him to 5 years and 6 months.

(2) Cases of Release on Bail, No Prosecution, or Probation Handled This Year

These cases demonstrate the professional capabilities, teamwork spirit, innovative strategies, and relentless efforts of the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team in handling criminal cases. They helped clients protect their legal rights and uphold justice and fairness.

III. Government-Specific Services – The First Urban Renewal Project of Longan Guangzhou Law Firm

The Songxi Area urban village renovation project in Baiyun District, Guangzhou, is a key project under the “lawful expropriation, clean land transfer” model. It involves a long timeline, complex stakeholders, and numerous legal issues. The Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team, representing Longan Guangzhou Law Firm, entered the urban renewal field for the first time. They provided comprehensive legal support for this project, including land expropriation, compensation, legal risk assessment, compliance review, contract review and negotiation, and criminal risk prevention.

This project is a milestone for Longan Guangzhou Law Firm. It helped the firm gain recognition in the field of urban renewal legal services, attracting attention from government departments and enterprises. This laid the foundation for future business expansion and deeper involvement in the urban renewal market.

IV. Professional Services, Legal Protection – A Presentation of the Team’s Legal Services Products

The team has developed a series of professional legal services products to provide comprehensive and targeted legal support for different client groups. These services include:

  1. “Guide for Lawyers in Handling Criminal Complaints/Reports”: Provides detailed instructions and key points for collecting evidence, ensuring that clients’ legal rights can be effectively protected through legal channels.

  2. “Methods and Procedures for Enterprises Under Criminal Investigation”: Helps enterprises understand strategies and procedures during criminal investigations, reducing risks due to unfamiliarity with legal processes, and ensuring normal operations.

  3. “Training for Interrogations by Public Security Authorities”: Provides professional training for those involved in investigations, helping them understand legal procedures and their rights, and avoiding statements that may be disadvantageous.

  4. “What Lawyers Can Do After an Enterprise Is Under Criminal Investigation”: Provides guidance on legal measures for enterprises after being investigated, helping them cooperate with investigations and protect their rights, as well as implement compliance improvements.

  5. “Legal Risks and Recommendations for ‘Village Officials’”: Focuses on legal risks for rural officials, analyzing potential criminal legal issues, and providing practical prevention and response strategies to promote legal governance in rural areas.

  6. “Practical Advice for Lawyers in Handling Criminal Risks Related to Enterprises”: Provides practical methods and solutions for enterprises dealing with criminal risks, including risk assessment, prevention measures, and crisis management.

  7. “Legal Services for Accounts Frozen by Public Security Authorities”: Provides professional legal analysis and steps for dealing with account freezes, helping clients resolve issues quickly and reduce financial and legal risks.

These services are the result of the team’s professional knowledge and practical experience. They reflect the team’s deep understanding of legal risks and effective strategies. By continuously improving and promoting these services, the team aims to provide more efficient and accurate legal services to clients, contributing to the development of a legal society.

V. Honors and Growth, Moving Forward Together – The Team’s Excellence and Prospects

2024 was a year of great achievements for the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team. The team not only achieved excellent results in various cases and specialized legal services but also received multiple awards in the annual evaluation of Longan (Guangzhou) Law Firm. These honors reflect the high recognition of the team’s professional capabilities and hard work.

Among many cases, the team’s professionalism and dedication earned heartfelt praise from clients’ families. In the case of Wu Moumou suspected of illegal business operations, Wu Moumou engaged in banking activities without approval. The procuratorate recommended a sentence of 5 years and 3 months to 6 years. His family was very worried. After taking over the case, the team studied the law and financial regulations carefully and handled the case thoroughly. The court sentenced him to 5 years and 6 months, but overturned the procuratorate’s determination of illegal gains, greatly protecting Wu Moumou’s rights. His family presented a banner saying “Professional, Dedicated, Honorable, and Lawful,” expressing their gratitude.

There was also the case of Lin Moumou suspected of theft. Lin Moumou was arrested for taking wood from someone else’s door. After being entrusted by the team, they communicated with the family multiple times, searched for relevant cases and regulations, and determined a strategy for no prosecution defense. They submitted detailed legal opinions to the police and prosecution, and conducted multiple rounds of communication, explaining the doubt about the value of the wood. They also spent a lot of time researching and gathering evidence. Eventually, the prosecution accepted their opinion and decided not to prosecute. Lin Moumou’s family presented a banner saying “Legal Guard, Solving People’s Problems,” highlighting the team’s professionalism and dedication to the public.

Due to his excellent performance in the cases, Lawyer Chen Gonghui received the “2024 Major Business Achievement Award.” He was also named “Outstanding Partner of 2024” for his contributions to the firm’s development. This is not only an acknowledgment of his personal abilities but also a motivation for the team to continue striving for excellence.

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In terms of team collaboration, projects handled by the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team, along with those handled by Lawyers Chen Qinglan, Ke Cheng, Luo Yunyu, Zheng Zhongkang, and Xiao Minran, as well as those handled by Lawyers Li Wenxiao, Wang Huixia, and Dai Wenjun, all received the “2024 Best Business Collaboration Award.” These awards reflect the team’s open collaboration spirit and its ability to efficiently solve complex legal issues in cross-team collaborations.

In 2024, the overall strength of the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team was also recognized with the “2024 Professional Team Building Award.” This award reflects the team’s excellence in professional capability improvement, team structure improvement, and service quality enhancement. It is the result of the collective efforts of all team members.

Additionally, Lawyer Zhu Zhijiang received the “2024 Outstanding Lawyer” title, and Assistant Chen Wentao received the “2024 Outstanding Employee” title. Their excellent performance in their roles not only added to the team’s reputation but also motivated each member to continue improving and achieving higher professional goals.

These awards are a high recognition of the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team’s work in 2024 and a motivation for the future. Under these honors and guidance, the team is ready to move forward.

Looking Forward to 2025, the Team Will Continue to Uphold Professionalism, Collaboration, and Innovation.

In terms of business, the criminal field remains a priority. In criminal defense, the team will continue to improve the debate skills and legal knowledge of its lawyers. In criminal complaints, they will strengthen evidence collection and legal procedures to ensure that clients’ legal rights are effectively protected. In criminal representation, they will focus on protecting clients’ rights during criminal proceedings. In criminal risk prevention, they will expand the scope of services to provide comprehensive risk assessment and prevention solutions for enterprises and individuals. For criminal-civil cross-border issues, they will analyze the legal relationships and solutions for complex cases, improving their ability to handle such cases. In addition to criminal cases, in the field of urban renewal, they will continue to follow relevant policies and regulations, and study the legal needs of different projects. In civil and commercial fields, especially in shareholder disputes and corporate governance, the team will participate in various industry seminars and exchanges, thereby finding more potential cases.

In terms of team development, the team will focus on “cross-domain collaboration,” “professional output,” and “team building” as key themes for the year.

In terms of “cross-domain collaboration,” the team will strengthen deep collaboration with lawyers from different professional fields within the firm, and explore integration and innovation in cross-professional legal services. In terms of “professional output,” this includes high-quality professional articles, classic cases handled by the team, and various professional training activities. In terms of “team building,” the team will organize internal training and team-building activities to enhance cohesion and collaboration, creating a positive and supportive team environment.

Through these efforts, the team aims to provide better and more efficient legal services to clients in 2025, and to make further progress in the field of legal governance.

Conclusion

On the long journey of law, the Chen Gonghui Lawyer Team will always adhere to its original mission, using professionalism as the pen and justice as the ink, to write a chapter of legal governance. In the future, we will continue to strive, ensuring that the legal rights of clients are protected and legal governance is promoted, taking solid steps forward. Let the light of law shine in every corner.