Lawyer's character

After more than two hours of trial and after the adjournment, the presiding judge announced the verdict.

The Intermediate Court held that the original judgment found that the appellant Xu Qiguo took advantage of his position in the village committee to personally decide to borrow 2 million yuan from the training school. However, the original judgment determined that the amount was "misappropriation of public funds to others in his own name." "Irproper, resulting in the conviction of the appellant and the incorrect application of the law.

Regarding the grounds of appeal raised by the appellant Xu Qiguo, after investigation, it was found that the appellant Xu Qiguo lent public funds without discussion by the village committee, but not in his personal name.

Thereafter, when the six million yuan loan contract was performed with the training school, the two million yuan previously lent was actually included, and Xu Qiguo did not seek personal interests. Therefore, the appeal grounds of the appellant Xu Qiguo should be adopted.

In accordance with the provisions of Article 189 (2) of the Criminal Procedure Law, the verdict is as follows:

1. Revoke the Criminal Judgment No. 201 of the County People’s Court;

2. Declare the appellant Xu Qiguo innocent.

After the verdict was announced, Jiang Lan was afraid that she had heard wrongly, so she grabbed her son Xu Chen's arm: "Xiao Chen, was your father found not guilty?"

"Yes, he is not guilty." Xu Chen bit his lower lip, feeling very excited.

Xu Qiguo was released on the spot, and the couple's tears flowed down, blurring their vision for an instant. These were tears of joy.

Xu Qiguo came to Fang Yi, held his hands, and thanked him again and again.

At noon, the Xu family booked a private room at a restaurant in the city. First, they expressed their gratitude to Fang Yi and Yun Qiao, and second, they celebrated Xu Qiguo's acquittal.

Holding the wine glass, Xu Qiguo was filled with emotion: "Lawyer Fang, what happened this time was not all bad. Fortunately, he was found not guilty in the end. Through this incident, I can see clearly who is far away and who is close."

"Oh?!" Fang Yi was startled and understood instantly.

"Lawyer Fang, I'll tell you the truth. Before my old Xu was imprisoned, people were constantly coming in and out of the house. It was like a big car shop, and the gifts given during holidays could fill the warehouse.

Last year, when Lao Xu was first imprisoned, some close friends came over to see him and say a few words of relief. But after the first-instance verdict came out, basically all the relatives and friends who used to come and go stopped coming. This year’s Spring Festival is the cleanest Spring Festival in our family.

The tea is cold when people leave, but the human feelings are warm and cold! "Jiang Lan wiped her tears and said.

"Mom, you can't say that. At least my aunt still cares about us. I'm afraid you won't be able to think about it, so she came over to see you during the Chinese New Year. She also asked us to go to her house to celebrate the Chinese New Year." Xu Chen interjected.

"Hey! When our family was in power, I often scorned your aunt, but in the end... your aunt was a good person." Jiang Lan sighed.

Xu Qiguo was startled, his eyes a little complicated: "Xiaochen, your uncle's living conditions are poor. I will think more about your uncle in the future. Lawyer Fang, I made you laugh."

After eating, Fang Yi and Yun Qiao drove back.

"Master, this year's business must be done right. It's a good start, and the first case is an acquittal, which is a good sign!" Yun Qiao said with excitement.

"Well, I'll open the door with your good words." Fang Yi was also very happy.

This year, the first order received 200,000 yuan. The court adopted his opinion and eventually changed the verdict to not guilty. Fang Yi felt very comfortable.

At this time, in the director's office, Wan Kefa was a little frustrated. He looked at the tea leaves floating in the cup on the table, feeling a little lost.

There was a knock at the door, and Director Du walked in. Wan Kefa raised his head and glanced at her, but said nothing.

"Have you really decided?" Director Du asked after sitting down.

"Well, since they are different, why bother being tied together and suffering. It's better to break up!" Wan Kefa let out a long breath, leaned back on the chair lazily, and said lightly.

To be honest, he was really reluctant to part with the law firm. It had grown from a little-known small law firm to the largest law firm in the province. He, Director Du and Director Hua had put in so much effort.

"When will the showdown take place?" Director Du was silent for a moment and asked with a serious look on his face.

"Before the Spring Festival, after the voting results came out, Lawyer Zou talked to me. I had clearly told him that I would quit the law firm after the Spring Festival." Wan Kefa said.

"What about the client?" Director Du understands Lawyer Zou's character. The law firm's brand and client resources are the capital for him to negotiate with capital parties. If Wanke Law withdraws, it will be extremely detrimental to him. But if they don't withdraw, neither of them can convince the other, and they can't continue to eat from the same pot.

"You don't understand him yet. What he says is better than what he sings. In the end, everyone doesn't rely on their own abilities." Wan Kefa snorted coldly.

"Since you have already decided to leave, I won't advise you. Have you found a place?" Director Du looked at him.

"That's almost it. Boss Wu has a property near the Hilton Hotel, which is about 2,000 square meters. I discussed it with him years ago. He will rent it to me and use the lawyer's service fee to offset the rent. However, there are a lot of problems that arise during use. The cost is borne by me.

I'm going to hold a meeting to explain it to everyone, bring the team over, and open a new law firm. "Wan Kefa said.

"Well, that's good. Remember to leave a place for my team." After saying that, Director Du stood up and walked towards the door.

"Lao Du." Wan Kefa looked at her back: "Thank you!"

"Do you still remember our original ideal? I don't want to be kidnapped by money and become a slave of money. Being a lawyer can't be all about money!" Director Du stopped and turned back to look at him: "It's great to be young, but it's a pity... forever You can’t go back. But you can’t lose your ideals.”

After saying that, she quickly walked out of the office.

Wan Kefa smiled and murmured: "Time is not forgiving, but you are still so resolute in doing things."

Shortly after Director Du left, Wan Kefa's assistant Feng Tianzhu walked in: "Director, the registration materials for the law firm have been submitted. It is expected to be approved soon.

According to your request, the person in charge of the law firm has been changed to Director Hua. Your withdrawal procedure is in progress. "

In October last year, Wan Kefa had asked Feng Tianzhu to apply for the name of a new law firm. He did not want to take this step, but the matter of attracting investment had been decided, and both parties had shown their cards. The general situation was over, and the paths were different. If we don't work together, we can only establish another branch.

"Okay, please inform the leaders of each team and group to have a meeting at three o'clock in the afternoon." Wan Kefa nodded and said.

It was already two forty when Fang Yi and Yun Qiao returned to the law firm. After returning to the office, he put down his bag and went directly to the director's office.

At this time, the heads of various departments and groups of the Wankefa team have arrived and are chatting.

"Okay, everyone is here. Let's call everyone here today to talk about something. I'm going to leave Wanhua United Law Firm and start a new law firm on my own." Wanke Fajian Fang Yi sat down and cleared his throat. said.