To apply to change the litigation agent in a civil lawsuit, a written application must be made to the People's Court, and the People's Court shall notify the other party. Litigation agent refers to an agent who carries out litigation activities on behalf of the principal within the scope of agency authority. Except where the law stipulates that parties must litigate in person, victims, private prosecutors in criminal proceedings, and plaintiffs, defendants, and third parties in civil proceedings can all be represented in litigation by agents ad litem.
Legal Basis
Article 60 of the "Civil Procedure Law"
If the authority of the litigation agent is changed or terminated, the party concerned shall notify the People's Court in writing, and the People's Court The other party shall be notified.
Article 61
Lawyers and other litigation agents have the right to investigate and collect evidence, and may review relevant case materials. The scope and methods of reviewing case-related materials shall be prescribed by the Supreme People's Court.