J. Christopher Keen

J. Christopher Keen

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 23 years

Immigration Lawyer at Orem, UT
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense

491 South Orem Boulevard, Orem, UT

About J.

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 150-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Utah for 23 years

State: Utah

Acquired: 2002

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Location

Keen Law Offices, LLC

491 South Orem Boulevard, Orem, UT, 84058

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J. Christopher Keen's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by ALEX | March 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I've hired Keen for immigration and for criminal defense

I hired him first to fix some immigration issues with lost paperwork and he was able to complete everything and help successfully file petitions and everything went well. A few years later I needed criminal defense representation and unfortunately made the mistake of hiring a different popular cri...minal defense law firm with poor results. After smacking myself (not really) I remembered Keen Law Office also handles criminal defense and I went in for a consultation, my case was scheduled for trial and I was really hoping that would not happen and Chris Keen had a plan, came into court on my last court date before trial and made magic happen! The prosecutors were not willing to negotiate with his first idea and he still managed to get me in the best possible position I could ask for. Something my previously hired higher cost attorney could not do since he didn't have the proper immigration law background. I would absolutely recommend Keen to anyone in any immigration and/or criminal case. THANKS SO MUCH KEEN! #BESTLAWYEREVER

Posted by prav | January 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Fantastic Attorney

Chris Keen is an awesome attorney. After searching through various sites like lawyer.com, avvo and justanswer, I got hold of Chris as he was experienced in both criminal and immigration law. He was affordable and really willing to help you get out of the problem you are facing. He was able to reduce ...my misdemeanor to infraction and get plea in abeyance deal. IF YOU ARE AN IMMIGRANT TO US and are facing some charge he is the guy. 5 star rating from me.

Posted by Dan | December 2, 2014

Consultation

I met with attorney Keen to consult on an immigration matter concerning the application for citizenship process. He and his office staff were very friendly and professional. Attorney Keen went the extra mile for me and my family. He provided great insight into the whole process, what to expect and po...tential issues that could arise.

Posted by anonymous | October 13, 2014

Excellent Advice - Speedy Turnaround

I reached out to Chris Keen for help with a complex immigration case. I had consulted other firms and attorneys about the exact same issue and was always turned away. I had actually almost lost hope and was so glad to find Chris Keen's firm online. When I reached out, a friendly assistant scheduled ...an appointment for the next day. The phone consultation was efficient and I immediately had a good feeling. Chris frequently updated me about the status of the case and he moved fast. Two weeks later, everything was solved. The service was uncomplicated, friendly, and results driven. It could not have been any better.

Posted by Viktoriya | March 5, 2014

Excellent lawyer!

Chris Keen is a great attorney! He is one of the best lawyers I ever worked with. He handled my brother's case in the best possible way. My brother was ordered to be deported from the US and had his deportation order in hand but thanks to Chris my brother was NOT deported and is back with his famil...y. Chris and his team did everything they could to make sure my brother is not deported from the US. Prompt responses were given each time I needed communication in any matter. He is very experiensed, knowledgeable and confident. Great to work with. I am very happy with the service and the outcome of the case provided by Keen Law Offices! Thanks Chris!!!

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J. Christopher Keen's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kimberly Trupiano

Immigration lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Chris Keen. I have seen his work for many years and know that he is very attention-to-detail about his cases and determined to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Christopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Gregory Ashcraft

Immigration lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I worked for Chris when I was just an undergrad. He cares about his clients and fights for their rights. I loved working for him and learning from him and his associates."

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Drew Briney

Immigration lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Chris as an immigration attorney. I've known and worked with Chris on occasion for well over a decade and still find him an honorable and trustworthy associate - the number of attorneys that I could honestly say that about dwindles annually. Whenever I have any questions about immigration, Chris is my first call. Drew Briney, Utah Attorney"

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Gloria Cardenas

Immigration lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Chris Keen as an immigration attorney without reservation. He is a smart and fearless advocate for his clients, especially those with a serious criminal history."

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Kim Buhler-Thomas

Immigration lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent criminal immigration attorney. I refer criminal immigration cases to him all the time."

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Tyson Oblad

Immigration lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Keen is a fantastic attorney and was a great boss. I learned a lot while working for him and would recommend him to anyone in need of an honest, reliable immigration attorney."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Langford

Immigration lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kimberly Trupiano

Immigration lawyer

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Kim Buhler-Thomas

Immigration lawyer

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Richard Gale

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kelly Kumm

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jason Schatz

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Langford

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gloria Cardenas

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Owner, Keen Law Offices, LLC

Associations

2008 - Present

Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Central Utah Bar Association

Member

2002 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2013 - 2014

American Immigration Lawyer's Association

National Committee Member

2012 - 2013

American Immigration Lawyer's Association

Board of Governors

Sample of Legal Cases

Contreras-Bocanegra v. Holder, 678 F.3d 811 (10th Cir. 2013)

Client was restored to his Permanent Resident States and permitted to return to the United States to pursue his immigration claim.

Fernandez-Vargas v. Gonzales, 126 S.Ct. 2422, U.S., 2006

10th Circuit affirmed

Fernandez-Vargas v. Ashcroft, 394 F.3d 881, 10th Cir., 2005

Dismissed by the 10th Circuit

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Education

2002

Brigham Young University - J. Reuben Clark Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Solo Small Firm Practice

Solo and Small Firm Practice for New Attorneys

2013

AILA CLE

Representing the Immigrant on Appeal, Before the Appeal

2012

AILA CLE - 10th Circuit Appeals

10th Circuit Appellate Practice

2009

Law Practice Management

Managing your law practice

2009

"Immigration Consequences of Criminal Law"

Immigration and Criminal Law

2008

"What Businesses Need to Know about Immigration Trends"

Immigration Law

2008

"Practical Immigration Law Tips For Criminal Defense Lawyers"

Criminal and Immigration Law

Publications

2007

F 3d-2007, WL 4111986, 10th Cir. Lorenzo v. Mukasey

2006

126 S.Ct. 2422, U.S. Fernandez-Vargas v. Gonzales

2005

126 S. Ct. 544 2005 WL 871058, U.S. Fernandez-Vargas v. Gonzales

2005

394 F.3d 881, 10th Cir. Fernandez-Vargas v. Ashcroft

Languages

Spanish

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