Lawyer MarkBeijing office · Criminal defense throughout China
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Criminal defense for foreigners in China

A family member detained in China? Get clear legal help.

A clear first step. A lawyer on the ground.

Lawyer Mark and the supporting team help overseas relatives understand the available information, next steps and cost. Email, WhatsApp and WeChat messages are welcome.

Lawyer Mark
Beijing office · Nationwide cases
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Licensed in China since 2022
Retain counsel by procedural stage

Choose the right first step

Initial inquiry and quotation

Free

One suitability check and fee explanation; no substantive advice or continuing document review.

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Detention-center meeting

From US$1,500

Meeting, advice and written family report. Travel and external interpretation separate.

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Start from overseas without committing to the whole case

Send nationality, location, detention date if known, alleged offense and your relationship to the person. We explain a suitable service and fee before substantive paid work.

A preliminary assessment is different from formal defense. Appointment documents and the engagement scope are checked separately.

Criminal Cases

Cross-Border Drug Crime Defense in China

A major international drug appeal involving extensive messages, international payments, USDT and conflicting accounts. The work examined individual responsibility and sentence through detailed evidence review.

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Release certificate in a separate matter.

Release from detention

A foreign suspect was released after timely legal intervention led by Lawyer Mark, recorded by an official certificate.

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Police withdrawal decision in another matter.

Police withdrawal of a criminal case

Another case was withdrawn on the stated ground of no criminal facts, ending at investigation without indictment.

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FAQs

What if a foreign family member is detained or missing in China?

Contact a China-licensed criminal lawyer and the person's embassy or consulate promptly. Gather name, nationality, passport, last location and any notice. First verify custody, responsible authority and legal basis.

Can I appoint a lawyer from overseas?

Yes. A detained suspect's guardian or close relative may appoint counsel subject to the suspect's choice. Confirm identity, relationship proof, authorization, translations and remote formalities. Basic appointment guidance is included in formal defense.

Can I start with a US$300 assessment?

Yes: up to five pages, concise background, one round of written questions and a short assessment. No meeting, full-file review, authority submissions or formal defense. Detailed evaluation is US$750, crediting US$300 if upgraded.

Must I pay three stages at once?

No. Retain the current stage: minor from US$6,000, standard from US$10,000, subject to assessment. Complex cases are individually quoted. Three-stage representation is optional.

How do I pay, and can someone in China pay for me?

Law-firm bank instructions follow agreed services and engagement. Accepted currencies: USD, RMB, EUR, GBP, CAD, AUD, account and amount confirmed. A relative or friend in China may pay with details confirmed. No online purchase or card checkout.

Based in Beijing. Handling criminal cases nationwide.

Beijing office, nationwide representation. Actual experience in five key cities; other-city work involves case-related travel and explained expenses.

WhatsAppStart with a US$300 assessment