Does the lawyer charge first or after the litigation is completed?

Legal analysis: Lawyers generally charge fees first, and then sign an entrustment contract with the law firm to pay the legal fees. Under special circumstances, they can also negotiate and pay part of the fee upfront. Depending on the case, lawyers can choose different charging methods.

Legal basis: "Lawyers Law of the People's Republic of China".

Article 3 Lawyers must abide by the Constitution and laws, and abide by lawyer professional ethics and practice disciplines. Lawyers' practice must be based on facts and the law as the criterion. Lawyers' practice should be subject to supervision by the state, society and the parties. Lawyers' practice in accordance with the law is protected by law, and no organization or individual may infringe on lawyers' legitimate rights and interests.

Article 4 The judicial administrative department shall supervise and guide lawyers, law firms and bar associations in accordance with this Law.