7 Recommendations for Chinese Dramas About Lawyers, Exciting Stories Full of Conflict

Kapanlagi.com - Chinese Dramas with lawyer themes always have their own way of keeping the audience engaged. It's not just about trials and laws, but also personal conflicts, tough choices, and the often gray areas of humanity.

Interestingly, each drama has a different approach; some are serious and full of tension, while others are light with a touch of romance. So just choose according to your mood.

1. Hold a Court Now (2026)

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This drama follows young judge Shen Xie Zhi who works alongside lawyer Qin Rui and his team to resolve various cases in the community. They dive directly into the community and face real conflicts such as family issues and parent-child relationships.

Through each case, this drama demonstrates that the law must indeed be fair, but empathy still plays an important role. The combination of legal logic and the human side makes the story feel close and relevant.

2. Justifiable Defense (2025)

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The story centers around senior prosecutor Duan Hong Shan and young prosecutor Fang Ling Yuan who handle a domestic violence case that ends in murder. They must dig up old facts and connect them to similar cases in the past.

Although the focus is on the prosecutors, this drama remains close to the courtroom and legal process. Moral issues and justice are the main points that make the story feel heavy yet intriguing.

3. Imperfect Victim (2023)

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This drama raises the issue of sexual harassment that develops into a much larger case. As the story progresses, various parties become involved, including large companies and legal professionals.

The roles of lawyers and prosecutors are quite prominent in uncovering the truth. The story is intense and relevant to modern issues, with a broader legal perspective.

4. Legal Affair (2023)

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Angel is known as an ambitious lawyer who always strives to win every case. Together with her mentor, she often handles clients from the upper class with unconventional strategies.

However, her personal life begins to unravel as she faces divorce and custody battles. The conflict becomes more intriguing when she has to go up against her own mentor in court.

5. Miss Chun is a Litigator (2023)

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Set against the Tang dynasty, this drama follows Chun Tu Mi as she strives to clear her father's name. Along the way, she becomes a lawyer who helps the common people fight against more powerful adversaries.

In addition to intriguing legal cases, there are also political and romantic elements that make the story even more vibrant. Its historical nuance adds a unique value compared to modern legal dramas.

6. She and Her Perfect Husband (2022)

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Qin Shi is a career lawyer who inadvertently gets caught up in a fake marriage status to meet the work requirements at a big law firm. This situation leads her into various conflicts, both at the office and in her personal life.

Her relationship with her 'contract husband' slowly develops into something more real. This drama combines the legal world with a light and entertaining love story.

7. My Little Happiness (2021)

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Cong Rong secretly pursues her dream of becoming a lawyer by working as a legal intern. On the other hand, she has to face the reality that her first client is her childhood friend.

Their push-and-pull interactions make the story feel light and sweet. Although there are legal elements, this drama focuses more on their relationship that develops naturally.

(kpl/chi)