For foreigners navigating Chinese law

Stop guessing.
Get a straight answer.

A licensed Chinese attorney who tells you what things actually cost, what your options really are, and which lawyer is right for your specific case — in one 45-minute call.

Book a consultation $9.9
Lawyer matching included.
No extra fees, ever.
Why $9.9 saves you hundreds — or thousands

Same legal task.
Wildly different prices.
Do you know why?

For identical legal work, Chinese law firms can quote prices that differ by 5× or more. Most foreigners have no benchmark — and end up paying a premium simply for not knowing what the market looks like. In your consultation, we answer exactly these questions.

Example 01 · Demand letter
A legal demand letter from one firm costs $200. Another quotes $1,000. What are you actually paying for?
Competent firm$150–300
VS
Top-tier firm$800–1,200
Find out in your consultation — is the premium justified for your case, or not?
Example 02 · Trademark filing
Trademark registration quotes range from $300 to $2,500 for the same filing. How do you know which one to trust?
Specialist firm$300–600
VS
International firm$1,500–2,500
We'll tell you what drives the difference — and whether it matters for your situation.
Example 03 · Expat divorce
One family lawyer quotes $1,500. An expat boutique wants $8,000. Is the extra $6,500 buying better outcomes?
Local family lawyer$1,200–3,500
VS
Expat boutique$5,000–12,000
The answer depends on your case — and we'll give it to you straight.
For $9.9, you get the insider knowledge that turns a confusing market into a clear decision. That is not a consultation fee. That is leverage.
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What's included
01
Honest case assessment
What your situation actually is under Chinese law. What outcomes are realistic. What the risks are — including the ones lawyers won't proactively tell you because they're less profitable.
02
Real market pricing
Concrete benchmarks for what your type of case should cost. Actual ranges, so you walk into any fee negotiation knowing whether a quote is fair or inflated.
03
Lawyer matching — any area, nationwide
If you need representation, we shortlist 2–3 lawyers personally known to us — matched to your case type, city, budget, and communication needs. No extra fee.
04
Sometimes: you don't need a lawyer
A significant portion of cases have cheaper, faster solutions. We'll tell you that too, even though it means less business for everyone.
Practice areas All areas of Chinese law

We match lawyers across every area of Chinese law. If your situation isn't listed, it's almost certainly still covered.

International TradeIntellectual PropertyFamily & DivorceCompany RegistrationCommercial LitigationEmployment & LaborCriminal DefenseReal EstateContract DisputesDebt RecoveryTax & ComplianceImmigration & VisasM&A / InvestmentArbitrationBankruptcyData & PrivacyConstructionInsurance DisputesNotarization+ any other area →
How it works
1
Book a 45-minute Zoom call
Pay $9.9 to confirm your slot. Describe your situation in advance so we come prepared. English, any time zone.
2
Get a direct, honest assessment
What the law says about your situation. What it will realistically cost. What your options are — including the cheaper ones that won't be volunteered by lawyers with a fee interest.
3
Receive vetted lawyer recommendations — at no extra charge
If you need representation, we shortlist 2–3 lawyers we personally know to be right for your situation. Right specialty, right city, right budget.
Included in $9.9 · No extra fee
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Negotiate from a position of knowledge
You know the market rate. You know what's fair. You choose your lawyer — with real information, not guesswork.
Who you're working with
Nora Leung
Nora Leung
Licensed Chinese Attorney
7 years cross-border experience
China Bar Association
Clients from 30+ countries
International Trade & IP
Family Law & Divorce
Company Registration
English-speaking

With 7 years representing foreign clients across China, Nora has built an extensive network of vetted Chinese lawyers spanning every major practice area. She's advised clients from over 30 countries on trade disputes, IP protection, divorce proceedings, and company formation — and she knows which lawyers deliver, and which ones just say they do.

She founded China Lawyer Advisor because she watched too many foreigners overpay or hire the wrong specialist simply for lacking a trusted, independent source of advice.

"Most of the time, the right answer isn't the most expensive lawyer — it's the most appropriate one. Those are very different things."
Terry Wang
Terry Wang
CPA · China Tax Advisor
CPA Certified
Licensed China Tax Advisor
100+ foreign enterprises advised
Fund & capital compliance
Tax planning & structuring
Market entry advisory
English-speaking

Terry is a CPA and licensed China Tax Advisor specialising in helping foreign companies navigate China's financial and regulatory landscape. He has advised hundreds of foreign-invested enterprises on fund compliance, tax structuring, and financial planning — from market entry through ongoing operations.

Beyond legal referrals, Terry provides independent advisory on tax compliance and planning, helping foreign businesses reduce unnecessary costs and operate with full regulatory confidence in China.

"Regulatory clarity is a competitive advantage. Understanding China's tax system isn't optional for foreign businesses — it's the foundation."
Client feedback
★★★★★
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"I'd been quoted wildly different fees by three firms and had no idea what was normal. After one call I understood the market — and hired the right person at the right price."

M. WEBER · Trade dispute, Shanghai
★★★★★
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"Straight answers, no fluff. I finally understood what I was actually dealing with legally — not vague reassurances. The lawyer they matched me with was exactly right."

S. NAKAMURA · IP matter, Beijing
★★★★★
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"They told me I didn't actually need a lawyer — a cheaper route would work. That honest answer saved me over $3,000. Rare to find someone willing to say that."

R. OKAFOR · Company matter, Shenzhen
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