"Selected Excerpts from Xi Jinping’s Discourses on Strengthening the Party’s Conduct" compiles key speeches delivered by General Secretary Xi Jinping on the topic of party conduct, systematically outlining the essential principles of this critical area. As an important theoretical guide for comprehensively enforcing strict governance within the Party in the new era, it underscores that the Party’s conduct directly shapes its image, influences public trust and support, and ultimately determines the success or failure of its endeavors—making continuous and unwavering efforts indispensable.

Lawyers are a crucial force in building the rule of law, and for lawyer party members, studying this statement holds significant meaning. On one hand, it helps strengthen their political awareness, ensuring that legal services advance in the right direction. On the other hand, it enhances their professional ethics, deepens their sense of discipline, and reinforces their commitment to upholding professional integrity. Moreover, this is also an intrinsic necessity for practicing justice that serves the people and boosting the public’s tangible sense of legal empowerment—ultimately fulfilling their mission to contribute to the development of the rule of law and leverage their expertise effectively.

Star Lai Law Firm has always placed great emphasis on Party building, making the study of the "Selected Excerpts" a top priority. On August 15, the Party branch of Beijing Star Lai Law Firm organized its lawyer members to thoroughly examine the content from the first three chapters of the "Selected Excerpts." This initiative integrates the requirements for strengthening professional ethics into daily practice, fostering high-quality development within the firm and contributing to the advancement of the rule of law. Below, we share an insightful reflection from one of Star Lai's lawyer party members—perfect for everyone to read and discuss.

The first three chapters of "Selected Excerpts from Xi Jinping's Discourses on Strengthening the Party's Conduct" offer a visionary perspective, clearly outlining the direction for enhancing the Party's conduct in the new era. As a lawyer and Party member, deeply studying these discourses has profoundly reinforced my understanding of how critical sound conduct is to the legal profession.

1. The Party's conduct determines the success or failure of our endeavors; a lawyer's professional ethics profoundly impact the development of the rule of law.

"The Party's work style is its very image—it directly influences public trust and determines the success or failure of the Party and the nation’s undertakings." This profound statement underscores the critical importance of strengthening work styles. As a vital force in advancing the rule of law, lawyers’ professional conduct significantly impacts judicial credibility and the public’s sense of legal empowerment. Regrettably, certain lawyers have exhibited unethical behaviors such as false advertising, improper fee practices, and inappropriate interactions with judicial officials—behaviors that not only harm clients’ interests but also undermine the entire legal ecosystem. For instance, in one region, a lawyer was caught bribing a judge to gain unfair advantages, severely tarnishing the reputation of the legal profession and undermining the integrity of the judiciary. Therefore, lawyer-party members must deeply understand that their personal conduct shapes the industry’s standing and affects the progress of the rule-of-law agenda. They must uphold high ethical standards, contributing positively to the cause of building a robust legal system.

II. At its core, issues related to work style stem from Party principles; lawyers should therefore strengthen their cultivation of Party spirit.

"Problems with work style are fundamentally issues of Party spirit. Party spirit serves as the inner foundation of one's conduct, while work style is its outward manifestation. Although the legal profession has unique professional characteristics, the Party spirit required of lawyer-party members must never be compromised in the slightest. Some lawyers, in their practice, prioritize economic gains over social benefits and neglect professional ethics—rooted ultimately in insufficient cultivation of their Party spirit. Therefore, lawyer-party members must strengthen their Party-oriented self-discipline, firmly uphold their ideals and beliefs, and integrate the Party’s guiding principles into their daily professional practices. For instance, when providing legal aid, they should not focus on the size of compensation but instead wholeheartedly address the concerns and difficulties faced by vulnerable groups, demonstrating their Party spirit through concrete actions."

III. Strengthening the bond between the Party and the people is central; lawyers must uphold the principle of justice serving the people.

"The core of conduct issues lies in the relationship between the Party and the people." Lawyers directly serve the public, and their professional demeanor significantly influences the public’s trust in the Party as well as their confidence in the rule of law. Unfortunately, some lawyers adopt a cold or perfunctory attitude when meeting with clients, failing to effectively address the legal challenges faced by the people—and this, in turn, breeds dissatisfaction with legal services. Party-member lawyers must firmly remember that "the country belongs to the people, and the people are the country," staying steadfastly committed to the people’s perspective. They should listen attentively to the public’s concerns and leverage their expert legal knowledge to deliver high-quality, people-centered service. When handling cases that directly affect people’s vital interests, they must devote themselves fully to safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of the masses, ensuring that everyone feels the fairness and justice of the law in action.

Studying the first three chapters of the "Selected Excerpts" has profoundly deepened my understanding of the responsibilities and mission of Party-member lawyers in strengthening professional conduct. Guided by these principles, I will continuously enhance my own作风建设 (work style development), fostering high-quality legal practice through exemplary conduct, and contributing actively to the advancement of the rule of law.