The prosecution and defense have changed, but the belief remains
2021 07/23
In July 2021, Gaopeng Law Firm welcomed a group of criminal lawyers, and Lawyer Dong Xiaohua was one of them. Lawyer Dong is a knowledgeable post doctoral candidate in management at the University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, a doctor of criminal law at Beijing Normal University, and a master of constitutional and administrative law at Peking University. Previously worked for 18 years at the Beijing city and municipal procuratorates. Lawyer Dong specializes in criminal defense, criminal prosecution, and compliance services. Today, let's take a look at her story together~
The fate with Gao Peng has just begun, and the development of the criminal team has been supported
Having joined Gaopeng for nearly half a year, Lawyer Dong is very fond of the cultural concept of "integrity and excellence" within the firm. Gaopeng's partnership is very close, with unobstructed communication and a stronger atmosphere of harmony. Especially the law firm is very supportive of the development of our criminal team, creating various conditions for us. I have not been in the legal profession for long, and there is still a lot to learn. Gaopeng has many senior partners with more than 20 years of practice experience, and I hope to have the opportunity to communicate and learn more from them
Former "Top Ten Prosecutors" and "Excellent Debaters", give up public office to become a lawyer
After graduating with a master's degree, Lawyer Dong Xiaohua entered the Beijing procuratorial organs and worked for 18 years at the district and city levels, working in the public prosecution department and the examination and arrest department for 9 and 7 years respectively. During my work in the Legal Policy Research Office, I obtained a doctoral degree in Criminal Law. When asked about his honors during his public service, Lawyer Dong said, "The highlight of being a prosecutor should be winning the 'Top Ten Prosecutors' and' Excellent Debater 'awards in Beijing twice. This is the most valuable professional competition within the procuratorate, held every three years, and is an assessment of the comprehensive skills of prosecutors
Lawyer Dong's journey as a prosecutor went smoothly and he worked diligently. For ordinary people, completing a lifetime on this path is already considered perfect. But Lawyer Dong made a bold decision to give up public office and become a lawyer. At the age of 42, I suddenly realized that halfway through my life, I would have to repeat myself in my future career. In recent years, there has been a popular saying 'step out of my comfort zone'. Tempted by this, I also had the impulse and desire to step out of the system. At that time, I was already in charge of the business department and a member of the inspection committee. I also had some inner turmoil and hesitation, but after thinking for a period of time, I refused to be retained and gave up the public office that many people envied, becoming an unsecured and unsupported free person
A good legal environment requires legal professionals to work together to maintain it
The rule of law has always been on the road, and there are significant differences in judicial environments and law enforcement levels among different regions. Rational and civilized communication often represents the high quality, high ability, and good legal environment of local judicial personnel. Lawyer Dong said, "I have handled a contract fraud case involving billions of yuan in a southern province and firmly defended myself as innocent. The victim was a large state-owned enterprise in the local area, and it is said that the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee had instructions for the case. However, after careful examination by the procuratorate, despite pressure from all parties, the suspect was still not prosecuted
In another case, there were numerous obstacles to handling the case, and Lawyer Dong's defense journey was exceptionally bumpy. Whenever he mentioned this case, he deeply felt heartbroken. I handled a fraud case in a province in central China, where the suspect was a retired prosecutor and the victim was a retired veteran cadre. Two suspects have already been convicted of fraud for this matter, with sentences of more than ten years. However, neither the two criminals nor the victim identified my party as involved in the crime, and the prosecutor's office insisted on prosecuting without evidence. When I saw the indictment, I was very devastated! This is not an indictment, it is simply a novel. There is no evidence to support it, and a pile of facts have been fabricated, and an eleven year sentencing recommendation has been made! During the court trial, we repeatedly applied for the victim and two convicted criminals to testify in court, but were unsuccessful. "According to Lawyer Dong, the first instance judgment of fraud was established in this case. Sentenced to three and a half years. Although the verdict is much more objective than the indictment, the defendant and defense counsel unanimously request an appeal. In the second instance stage, the defense counsel communicates with the judge to identify the problem and persuade the judge to hold a court hearing. At the court hearing, the prosecutor submitted a new transcript of the victim, directly denying one of the two actions identified in the first instance judgment. And another one is equally doubtful. As long as the judge makes another record with the convicted criminal, everything can be clarified, but the judge has been slow to take action. It is very distressing that the second instance of the case was upheld. The parties and their families have prepared to appeal.
A 'strong woman' in the criminal field, a perfect perfectionist without reservation
Lawyer Dong has an outgoing personality, is bold, dares to tackle tough problems, and can endure hardships. It is most appropriate to describe her as a "strong woman". Last year, I accompanied a client from Shenzhen to Anhui to surrender. At 6pm, the police took her to make a statement, and I waited in the public security bureau hall. I thought it would end in a few hours, but as soon as I went, there was no news. "In November, the cold weather in Anhui hit people, and Lawyer Dong was trapped, cold, and anxious at the scene. The security guard on duty was very kind, pouring hot water for Lawyer Dong and enduring the cold all night. It wasn't until noon the next day that the police notified me to handle the procedures for release on bail pending trial. A stone finally fell from my heart. As long as I could accompany the person home smoothly, it was worth the hardship
Lawyer Dong is also a highly competitive person who always strives for perfection in his work and hopes to receive recognition from others. After becoming a lawyer, I have devoted myself wholeheartedly to every case, striving to maximize the interests of my clients. Whenever a case achieves an ideal result and I hear the gratitude of my clients and their families, I am particularly pleased and excited
The role transition between prosecutors and lawyers, from hating evil to forgiving and sympathizing
The transformation of identity requires not only courage, but also a game of psychological state. Although both prosecutors and criminal defense lawyers handle cases, there is a huge difference. People with poor psychological resilience and adaptability cannot become lawyers. Public prosecution is just one part of the litigation process, and according to division of labor and procedural execution, each person is responsible, "said Lawyer Dong
The shift in profession has also led Lawyer Dong to change his perspective on the parties involved in the case. After becoming a lawyer, I made a big change. I no longer hate crimes indiscriminately. When I used to be a prosecutor, I was really jealous of evil and could not be forgiven for any reason. It was not worth sympathizing with. But now it's not like that. Many crimes have reasons and difficulties behind them, and some are really innocent
Encountering yoga, meeting the best version of oneself
One of Lawyer Dong's hobbies is yoga, which is a space of Zen meditation and a place of gentle and gentle music. I don't have many interests, and the only hobby that I have been able to persist in for many years is yoga. Because yoga allows me to calm down, stretch my body, clear my mind, and temporarily rest my body and mind. Yoga practice must be focused, as focus can mobilize all the sensations in my body, concentrate my mind and breath, and fully immerse myself in the practice. Lawyer Dong said, "It's just like a lawyer handling a case. Only by fully dedicating oneself, mobilizing all wisdom, courage, and perseverance, can we achieve the desired results
In an ordinary world, everyone can live an extraordinary life
We can be ordinary, but we absolutely cannot be mediocre! "This sentence comes from Lu Yao's book" The Ordinary World ", which is also a book recommended by lawyer Dong Xiaohua to everyone. I have read it in high school and it has been in my heart ever since. I have read it several times and my heart is still surging. It seems that the book describes my life and growth, and there has never been a book that can have such a strong sense of immersion, "said Lawyer Dong. The longing for a better life in the book, the inexhaustible and vigorous upward force, inspires us. Although reality often leaves people helpless and helpless, in the process of constantly compromising with life, we should also embrace hope with kindness and tolerance.
From a prosecutor to a criminal defense lawyer, Dong Xiaohua has experienced and enriched her life with different choices, and each choice is so calm and composed. Especially on the path of criminal defense, she has portrayed her life brilliantly. Gorgeous transformation, changing professional identity, but unchanged is the belief and original intention of pursuing the path of rule of law!
The fate with Gao Peng has just begun, and the development of the criminal team has been supported
Having joined Gaopeng for nearly half a year, Lawyer Dong is very fond of the cultural concept of "integrity and excellence" within the firm. Gaopeng's partnership is very close, with unobstructed communication and a stronger atmosphere of harmony. Especially the law firm is very supportive of the development of our criminal team, creating various conditions for us. I have not been in the legal profession for long, and there is still a lot to learn. Gaopeng has many senior partners with more than 20 years of practice experience, and I hope to have the opportunity to communicate and learn more from them
Peking University Law School 2019 Campus Scholarship Award Ceremony
After graduating with a master's degree, Lawyer Dong Xiaohua entered the Beijing procuratorial organs and worked for 18 years at the district and city levels, working in the public prosecution department and the examination and arrest department for 9 and 7 years respectively. During my work in the Legal Policy Research Office, I obtained a doctoral degree in Criminal Law. When asked about his honors during his public service, Lawyer Dong said, "The highlight of being a prosecutor should be winning the 'Top Ten Prosecutors' and' Excellent Debater 'awards in Beijing twice. This is the most valuable professional competition within the procuratorate, held every three years, and is an assessment of the comprehensive skills of prosecutors
Lawyer Dong's journey as a prosecutor went smoothly and he worked diligently. For ordinary people, completing a lifetime on this path is already considered perfect. But Lawyer Dong made a bold decision to give up public office and become a lawyer. At the age of 42, I suddenly realized that halfway through my life, I would have to repeat myself in my future career. In recent years, there has been a popular saying 'step out of my comfort zone'. Tempted by this, I also had the impulse and desire to step out of the system. At that time, I was already in charge of the business department and a member of the inspection committee. I also had some inner turmoil and hesitation, but after thinking for a period of time, I refused to be retained and gave up the public office that many people envied, becoming an unsecured and unsupported free person
Lawyer Dong visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York
The rule of law has always been on the road, and there are significant differences in judicial environments and law enforcement levels among different regions. Rational and civilized communication often represents the high quality, high ability, and good legal environment of local judicial personnel. Lawyer Dong said, "I have handled a contract fraud case involving billions of yuan in a southern province and firmly defended myself as innocent. The victim was a large state-owned enterprise in the local area, and it is said that the Secretary of the Municipal Party Committee had instructions for the case. However, after careful examination by the procuratorate, despite pressure from all parties, the suspect was still not prosecuted
In another case, there were numerous obstacles to handling the case, and Lawyer Dong's defense journey was exceptionally bumpy. Whenever he mentioned this case, he deeply felt heartbroken. I handled a fraud case in a province in central China, where the suspect was a retired prosecutor and the victim was a retired veteran cadre. Two suspects have already been convicted of fraud for this matter, with sentences of more than ten years. However, neither the two criminals nor the victim identified my party as involved in the crime, and the prosecutor's office insisted on prosecuting without evidence. When I saw the indictment, I was very devastated! This is not an indictment, it is simply a novel. There is no evidence to support it, and a pile of facts have been fabricated, and an eleven year sentencing recommendation has been made! During the court trial, we repeatedly applied for the victim and two convicted criminals to testify in court, but were unsuccessful. "According to Lawyer Dong, the first instance judgment of fraud was established in this case. Sentenced to three and a half years. Although the verdict is much more objective than the indictment, the defendant and defense counsel unanimously request an appeal. In the second instance stage, the defense counsel communicates with the judge to identify the problem and persuade the judge to hold a court hearing. At the court hearing, the prosecutor submitted a new transcript of the victim, directly denying one of the two actions identified in the first instance judgment. And another one is equally doubtful. As long as the judge makes another record with the convicted criminal, everything can be clarified, but the judge has been slow to take action. It is very distressing that the second instance of the case was upheld. The parties and their families have prepared to appeal.
Lawyer Dong participated in the activities of the Criminal Defense Alliance
Lawyer Dong has an outgoing personality, is bold, dares to tackle tough problems, and can endure hardships. It is most appropriate to describe her as a "strong woman". Last year, I accompanied a client from Shenzhen to Anhui to surrender. At 6pm, the police took her to make a statement, and I waited in the public security bureau hall. I thought it would end in a few hours, but as soon as I went, there was no news. "In November, the cold weather in Anhui hit people, and Lawyer Dong was trapped, cold, and anxious at the scene. The security guard on duty was very kind, pouring hot water for Lawyer Dong and enduring the cold all night. It wasn't until noon the next day that the police notified me to handle the procedures for release on bail pending trial. A stone finally fell from my heart. As long as I could accompany the person home smoothly, it was worth the hardship
Lawyer Dong is also a highly competitive person who always strives for perfection in his work and hopes to receive recognition from others. After becoming a lawyer, I have devoted myself wholeheartedly to every case, striving to maximize the interests of my clients. Whenever a case achieves an ideal result and I hear the gratitude of my clients and their families, I am particularly pleased and excited
Lawyer Dong is undergoing training in Jinggangshan
The transformation of identity requires not only courage, but also a game of psychological state. Although both prosecutors and criminal defense lawyers handle cases, there is a huge difference. People with poor psychological resilience and adaptability cannot become lawyers. Public prosecution is just one part of the litigation process, and according to division of labor and procedural execution, each person is responsible, "said Lawyer Dong
The shift in profession has also led Lawyer Dong to change his perspective on the parties involved in the case. After becoming a lawyer, I made a big change. I no longer hate crimes indiscriminately. When I used to be a prosecutor, I was really jealous of evil and could not be forgiven for any reason. It was not worth sympathizing with. But now it's not like that. Many crimes have reasons and difficulties behind them, and some are really innocent
Lawyer Dong and his son are in Hemu Village, Xinjiang
One of Lawyer Dong's hobbies is yoga, which is a space of Zen meditation and a place of gentle and gentle music. I don't have many interests, and the only hobby that I have been able to persist in for many years is yoga. Because yoga allows me to calm down, stretch my body, clear my mind, and temporarily rest my body and mind. Yoga practice must be focused, as focus can mobilize all the sensations in my body, concentrate my mind and breath, and fully immerse myself in the practice. Lawyer Dong said, "It's just like a lawyer handling a case. Only by fully dedicating oneself, mobilizing all wisdom, courage, and perseverance, can we achieve the desired results
In an ordinary world, everyone can live an extraordinary life
We can be ordinary, but we absolutely cannot be mediocre! "This sentence comes from Lu Yao's book" The Ordinary World ", which is also a book recommended by lawyer Dong Xiaohua to everyone. I have read it in high school and it has been in my heart ever since. I have read it several times and my heart is still surging. It seems that the book describes my life and growth, and there has never been a book that can have such a strong sense of immersion, "said Lawyer Dong. The longing for a better life in the book, the inexhaustible and vigorous upward force, inspires us. Although reality often leaves people helpless and helpless, in the process of constantly compromising with life, we should also embrace hope with kindness and tolerance.
From a prosecutor to a criminal defense lawyer, Dong Xiaohua has experienced and enriched her life with different choices, and each choice is so calm and composed. Especially on the path of criminal defense, she has portrayed her life brilliantly. Gorgeous transformation, changing professional identity, but unchanged is the belief and original intention of pursuing the path of rule of law!
