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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Michael received his B.A. from the University of California, Irvine in 2002. He earned his J.D. from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2009. While in law school, Michael was a Notes Editor and Staff Associate of the Thomas Jefferson Law Review. He also earned the top grade in his Legal Writing I class and was placed on the Honor Roll and the National Dean's List. For experience, Michael interned for the Office of the Attorney General and clerked for the San Diego Superior Court, East County, for the Honorable Laura W. Halgren.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Michael is licensed to practice law in the State of California and the United States District Court for the Central Distrt of California. He has been practicing law since 2011.
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
Michael enlisted in the United States Army Reserve in 2003, and attended basic training in Ft. Benning, Georgia. In 2004, Michael mobilized for Operation Iraqi Freedom under the command of the XVIII Airborne Corps out of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. As a Sergeant, he deployed to Balad, Iraq and Baghdad, Iraq in 2005. In 2006, he attended the Noncommissioned Officer Academy at Ft. Lewis, Washington, where he was the Distinguished Leadership Graduate of his class.
He commissioned into the Judge Advocate General's Corp in 2013, and graduated from The Judge Advocate General's Legal Center & School in 2014. He currently continues to serve as a Major in the United States Army Reserve.
PERSONAL LIFE
Michael is conversational in Mandarin Chinese. In his spare time, Michael likes to work out, travel, and play the guitar.
Personal Injury Attorney. No Recovery, No fees! Free Consultations! Call 855-299-6173.
Personal Injury Attorney. No Recovery, No fees! Free Consultations! Call 855-299-6173.
Personal Injury Attorney. No Recovery, No fees! Free Consultations! Call 855-299-6173.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Car Accident
80%
Personal Injury
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2022 2021 2020
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2016 2015
Licenses
Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Chen Law Group, A.P.C.
(855) 299-6173
Mobile
(844) 888-1856
Fax
13215 Penn Street, Suite 680, Whittier, CA, 90602
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(855) 299-6173
Mobile
(844) 888-1856
Fax
1100 E. Orangethorpe Avenue, Suite 252A, Anaheim, CA, 92801
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Posted by MK | February 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
You want Michael on your side when you get into an auto accident.
I had gotten into an auto accident and did not know how to protect myself against a difficult driver. Fortunately, I found Michael through a contact who guided me through the process. He demonstrated competence, efficiency and responsive communication, all of which are critical when navigating a lega...
Posted by J.C. | July 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Top notch, professional, and diligent.
You'll be hard pressed to find a more competent and professional representative for your case. From start to finish, Michael and his colleagues will keep you updated on all progress. They will make sure that you understand the complete nature of your case, and all of the possible outcomes. Michael wa...
Posted by Miguel | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
simply the best
Took my case in which I was rear ended and had a previous attorney do a terrible job and drop my case. After many other attorneys refused to even look at it. We met and he was very detailed on how the whole process would go and what I should expect. Throughout the process Michael was very prompt in r...
Posted by Mike | November 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Recommendation
I had hired Michael to handle my car accident case. He was very responsive and my case was settled very quickly. I really do recommend him!
Posted by vivian | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Recommend!
Had Michael handle my case for an accident by a hit and run driver. He was very knowledgable and empathetic attorney. He was very prompt in responding to all my calls and emails and any questions in regards to my case. I have used other attorneys before in the past and they would have their paralegal...
Michael H Chen's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Chen is an excellent lawyer. He is a dedicated advocate who is compassionate, hardworking, and fierce. He fights for his clients and always has their best interest in mind."
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"Michael Chen is an incredible attorney and a genuinely good person. He is professional, hard-working, diligent, ethical and goes above and beyond for his clients - always and in all ways. He is highly respected in the legal community and he knows the law extremely well. His military training and specialized skills sets him apart from other personal injury lawyers. Michael's qualifications and credentials are impressive, as is his advocacy for his clients. I highly endorse Michael Chen."
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"I endorse Michael H. Chen, Michael is highly respected in the community. He knows how to treat his clients with respect and having an open line of communication is very important to him."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Accidents & Injuries, Elite Lawyer
2022
Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Whittier, Expertise
2021
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Client's Choice Award for Personal Injury, Avvo
2006
Distinguished Honor Graduate, United States Army NCO Acadamy
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Attorney, Owner, Chen Law Group, A.P.C.
2003 - Present
Major, Judge Advocate, United States Army Reserves
2012 - 2019
Attorney, Partner, The Law Offices of Chen & Tran
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Owner, Law Office of Michael H. Chen
2009 - 2009
Judicial Clerk, San Diego Superior Court
2008 - 2009
Legal Intern, California Attorney General's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2010 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Davis v. Dixon
$215,000
Lai v. [Confidential Defendants]
$1,250,000
Villa v. Ott
$300,000
Perrin v. Joe's Sweeping, Inc.
$725,000
Shen v. Benitez, Et Al.
$400,000
Green v. Allstate
$106,390.36
Education
2014
U.S. Army The Judge Advocate General Legal Center and School
Army Officer Commission
2009
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of California - Irvine
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
79th TSC Training
Improper Senior-Subordinate Relationships and Fraternization
2018
Soldier Readiness for the 393rd MP Battalion
Code of the United States Fighting Force / Code of Conduct
2018
Katterbach Kaserne, Ansbach, Germany
What To Do Post-Auto Accident
2015
Yellow Ribbon Event
Servicemembers Civil Relief Act
Publications
2018
Katterbach Kaserne, Ansbach, Germany
Consumer Law: A Brief Introduction to The Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act and Bankruptcy
2014
USAG Baumholder, Germany Legal Center Publication
Consumer Law: A Brief Introduction to The Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act and Bankruptcy
2008
Thomas Jefferson Law Review
Juvenile Unlawful Enemy Combatants: A Dilemma Facing the Military Commissions Act of 2006
Languages
English
Mandarin
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Michael earned significant contribution points in 2016.
Legal Answers
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