Is the lawyer a participant in the lawsuit?

Yes A participant in criminal proceedings refers to a person who participates in criminal proceedings, enjoys certain litigation rights and undertakes certain litigation obligations in accordance with the law, except the staff of investigation, procuratorial and judicial organs. According to the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Law, participants in criminal proceedings mainly include: parties, legal representatives, agents ad litem, defenders, witnesses, experts and translators. A party to a criminal lawsuit refers to a person who has a direct interest in the case and participates in the criminal lawsuit.