Catherine A. Chan

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Catherine A. Chan

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 22 years

Immigration Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Immigration

1737 Gaylord St., Denver, CO

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About Catherine

Biography

Winning your case and achieving your desired result are our primary motivation. Hire Your Best Advocate. Call Now For Your Consultation: 303-625-9208

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

The Chan Law Firm is a full-service law firm specializing in providing solutions to individuals and corporations in all matters related to immigration law. We are a results-oriented firm that is completely invested in our clients and their cases. We specialize in customer service and we use the benefit of our experience and reputation to win difficult cases that no one else takes chances on. Our clients would tell you that your investment is a sound one and that you will enjoy the relationship.

22 years

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018 2017 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 22 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

CHAN LAW FIRM, P.C.

1737 Gaylord St., Denver, CO, 80206

chanimmigration.com

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Catherine A. Chan's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

67 Client Reviews

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Posted by Mia | November 15, 2016

Best in the field. Very experienced and knowledgeable

After spending a countless amount of time talking to many lawyers about my very unique case, Catherine's firm was the only one who I felt confident with to make a consultation appointment and not waste my time. The assistant who made my appointment assured me that Catherine has broad and numererous e...xperience and that made me feel good. Most other lawyers didn't know which direction to take in my case and I felt they were just guessing and rushing but Catherine was very well versed in her areas of expertise. She was very empathetic and listened well. My case is very complex but she didn't stumble. I'm following her legal advice and if I need her in the future, I'm confident she is the best of the best. Thanks Catherine!

Posted by Javier | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

CHANGE OF STATUS PROCEDURE

After the initial consultation my wife and I decided to work with Catherine because of a professional reference gem someone who used her services before. Catherine guided is through the initial steps of gathering all of the information and documentacion we were going to need; she didn't leave any loo...se ends. She even recommended (for our specific case) to get some help from our local representative, which really was a boost and worked they way Catherine said it would. Then came the applying, waiting for an interview and finally, the interview!... The interview was a cold shower. The officer running our case was totally against our case. He wouldn't say so, but he would not accept our documentation as proof need; in his own words: "just because he needed more proof"; he just wouldn't say what was the extra documentation needed. But Catherine was going to have none of that. She challenged the officers opinion and the officer tried to bully her into not questioning his authority. It took another long waiting period and the audacity of Catherine by offering an option that most lawyers (left alone non-lawyers) wouldn't dare. We decided to move in the direction she suggested and even after that, there was another period of waiting. After an uncommonly long wait, which we clearly blame on the immigration officer assigned to our case, We finally received a positive and definitive answer and are now looking to our new life; uncertainty is no longer a part of our life. We definitely recommend Catherine Chan and The Chan Law Firm to anyone who need representation on matters of immigration.

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Best Immigration lawyer!

Catherine Chan has been my lawyer since 2007. And she is the only one i have trusted for my case! She got me out of removal proceedings first, she got my bond money back, and the most important thing is that i gave up twice on my case, but she never did! If you have a tough case just go see her! Cat...herine and her team has just done spectacular job on my case and got it done like a piece of cake i still can't believe how it happened, but i promise she will make it happen! One of her team member Agustina is the beast she will follow up your case very close and she will keep you posted for updates every minute trust me go meet with this lawfirm you won't regret! I am so proud with them and i will always support them all the way if you would have any questions just feel free to ask me. Dont waist your time neither your money with rookies out there who can't even get to your court on time! let the professionals take care of you it will be worthed! i won my case with them trust me you would too!!

Posted by Brandon | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Exceeded our Expectations!!

My wife and I had an extremely difficult divorce case with her ex-husband and he tried to be extremely vindictive towards her and get her deported, among many other things. We interviewed with several immigration attorney's until we met Catherine. We knew she can handle our case. She under promised a...nd over delivered as she has also done with a friend of ours. My highest recommendation for Catherine if you are considering an immigration attorney that can get the job done.

Posted by Sister Bridget | January 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

sb1 visa

Catherine A. Chan and Agustina Borowy were a great help with difficult immigration issues. Catherine and Agustina were responsible and kept us informed of all the details. Thank you so much for all your help.

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Catherine A. Chan's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Chalat

Immigration lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Catherine Chan is a nationally recognized immigration specialist. She has provided me and my law partners with direction and counsel in numerous serious personal injury cases involving immigration and international law questions. Catherine's breath of experience and knowledge have helped us in evaluating settlements, representation, risk of deportation, documentation, and hiring. I have also worked with Catherine while she was a board member of the prestigious Faculty of Federal Advocates. There I learned that for her advocacy, knowledge and skill, Catherine was widely respected by lawyers and by federal judges."

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Michael Mccarroll

Immigration lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked for Catherine. She was not only a great boss, but an excellent person. I have a lot of respect for her ability in immigration law and her willingness to take tough cases that other lawyers would shy away from. If you hire Catherine, she will fight for you with everything she has and will never give up. You can trust her with even the most difficult and complex immigration cases."

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James Lamb

Immigration lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"Catherine is a passionate, determined, and aggressive litigator and attorney. She cares about her clients and gives them her best. She has my full endorsement."

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Alexander McShiras

Immigration lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have worked with Catherine since June 2012. Catherine is an excellent attorney. She is a passionate advocate for her clients. She is an expert in immigration litigation in Federal Court, religious visas, appeals, waivers, post-conviction relief, business immigration, and family immigration. Her practice includes all areas of immigration law. Catherine wins cases that other attorneys have declared impossible. She never gives up. She is a great writer and great mentor. She has excellent trial and appellate advocacy skills. I strongly endorse her."

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Kyle Wasser

Immigration lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Chan is an effective and fierce advocate for her clients. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing immigration relief."

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Joshua Deere

Immigration lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Catherine is at the top of her field in immigration law. She is very smart and a zealous advocate for her clients. I know for a fact that she is not scared to take on the tough fights for her clients. I have called her myself on many occasions for advice and mentoring, and consider her one of the best."

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Pascal Schunk

Immigration lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I whole-heartedly endorse Catherine. She has been a colleague and friend for about a decade now. She is professional and knowledgable and her clients are in good hands. I never hesitate to refer clients to her office that need referrals. She is a great advocate for her clients in the immigration process."

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M Lindsey

Immigration lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer, because Catherine is not only a bright and energetic attorney, but she is also a truly compassionate person. She really cares about her clients and the work she dose for them. If you need an immigration lawyer you can do no better than Ms. Chan."

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April Jones

Family lawyer

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James Lamb

Immigration lawyer

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Joshua Deere

Immigration lawyer

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Pascal Schunk

Immigration lawyer

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Alexander McShiras

Immigration lawyer

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James Chalat

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael Mccarroll

Immigration lawyer

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David Suro

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Christopher Braddock

Criminal defense lawyer

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Appeals lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Barristers Best: Immigration Attorney, Law Week Colorado

2020

Top Attorneys in Colorado - Immigration Law, 5280 Magazine

2019

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2019

Top Attorneys in Colorado - Immigration Law, 5280 Magazine

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawer, Super Lawyers

2018

Top Attorneys in Colorado--Immigration Law, 5280 Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Top Attorneys in Colorado--Immigration Law, 5280 Magazine

2017

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2016

Top Attorneys in Colorado-Immigration Law, 5280 Magazine

2016

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2016

Barrister's Best-Immigration Law, Law Week Colorado

2016

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2015

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2015

People's Choice-Best Immigration Lawyer, Law Week Colorado

2015

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2014

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2014

People's Choice-Best Immigration Lawyer, Law Week Colorado

2014

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2013

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2013

Rising Star, Colorado Super Lawyers

2012

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2011

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2010

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2009

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2008

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

2007

Pro Bono Commitment Award, Colorado Supreme Court

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Attorney, CHAN LAW FIRM

Associations

2014 - Present

CENTER FOR LEGAL INCLUSIVENESS

Board Member

2013 - Present

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION--SERVING THE LOW INCOME CLIENT COMMITTEE

Member

2012 - Present

Colorado Lawyers Committee

Board Member

2011 - Present

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION, IMMIGRATION LAW SECTION

Member

2010 - Present

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION-SPANISH LAWYERING COMMITTEE

Member

2009 - Present

National Institute for Trial Advocacy

Alumni Society

2008 - Present

Colorado Bar Foundation

Trustee

2006 - Present

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION--ACCESS TO JUSTICE COMMITTEE

Member

2004 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION- SOLO/SMALL FIRM SECTION

Member

2019 - 2020

CBA-DBA, Joint Management Committee

Chair

2016 - 2018

Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition

Legislative Policy Advisor

2015 - 2019

Colorado Bar Association

CBA-DBA Joint Management Committee

2014 - 2015

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION-BOARD OF TRUSTEES

FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT

2013 - 2016

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION- COMMITTEE FOR DIVERSITY IN THE LEGAL PROFESSION

Chair

2013 - 2016

Denver Bar Association, Budget Committee

Member

2011 - 2015

DENVER BAR ASSOCIATION-BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Trustee

2010 - 2013

Faculty of Federal Advocates

Board Member

2009 - 2017

COLORADO BAR ASSOCIATION-BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Delegate

2006 - 2011

DENVER WOMEN'S COMMISSION

Commissioner

Sample of Legal Cases

Ortega v. Kerry

Our client was declared a UNITED STATES CITIZEN FROM BIRTH

Castillo Hernandez v. Holder

Bond Hearing was provided to our client

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Education

2004

UNIVERSITY OF DENVER-KORBEL SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

MA - Masters

2003

UNIVERSITY OF DENVER

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of Michigan, Dearborn

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Colorado Family Law Institute

ICE Age: When Either Party is a Non-Citizen - The Intersection Between Family Law & Immigration Law

2020

Annual Meeting

Immigration & Race in America

2019

9th Annual Immigration Conference

Federal Court Litigation: Writ of Habeas Corpus

2017

United Nations Film Festival in Denver, Colorado

Immigrant Exploitation in the Modern Era in the United States

2017

Federal Bar Association Annual Immigration Law Conference 2017

Competency Issues in Removal Proceedings

2013

PRO BONO WEEK

Engage in Pro Bono Service to Achieve Yin/Yang Balance in Your Career

2011

IB ARMS Student Summit

An Immigrant's Path

2008

CASO CERRADO

Expert Witness - Immigration

2007

Annual Meeting

Immigration Law--A Global Perspective

2004

11th National Conference

The Feminization of Agriculture and Poverty

2002

Annual Meeting

On Being Multicultural in America

Publications

2017

2015

2014

Colorado Bar Association-CLE Immigration Law for the Colorado Practitioner

2014

Law Week Colorado One Case, Seven Disciplines

2008

Sterling Education Services, Inc. Investor Visas--An Overview

2007

Immigration law handbooks La Migra y tu...

2002

IWSF On Being Multicultural in America

Languages

Spanish

Farsi

English

Activity

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