​Lawsuit Preparation in China

Lawsuit Preparation in China
 
Before a court may consider a case in China, various preparations must be made. After obtaining a copy of the plaintiff's complaint, the defendant must respond within fifteen days, including their name, age, profession, and contact information. The court must also provide the plaintiff with a copy of the answer. Failing to answer does not bar the court from hearing the matter.
 
 
If a party objects to the court's jurisdiction, they must do so within the response time. The court will consider and dismiss the objection or refer it to a court with adequate authority.
 
The parties are notified within three days of the court's composition being decided. The court is responsible for carefully evaluating the evidence and gathering essential information. Court officials must show identification to the individual being probed while conducting investigations.
 
A court might appoint another court to undertake an inquiry with specific instructions and timelines. If a party obligated to engage in litigation fails to attend, the court must summon them.
 
Depending on the circumstances, the court may opt to handle the matter via mediation, summary procedures, or a formal hearing. The court must clarify the contested issues at a hearing by asking the parties to share evidence.