Legal basis: Article 49 of the Lawyers Law of People's Republic of China (PRC). If a lawyer practices illegally or causes losses to his client due to his fault, his law firm shall be liable for compensation. After making compensation, a law firm may claim compensation from a lawyer who has committed intentional or gross negligence. Lawyers and law firms shall not be exempted or restricted from civil liability for losses caused to the parties due to illegal practice or fault.