Bobby Cheng-Yu Chung

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Bobby Cheng-Yu Chung

5.0
Rating: 7.7

Licensed for 25 years

Immigration Lawyer at San Gabriel, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

123 S. Mission Drive, Suite D, San Gabriel, CA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Bobby

Biography

Former US Justice Department Attorney focusing on the E-2 Investor Visa & EB-5 Investment Green Card

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Bobby Chung is an immigration attorney focusing on helping foreign entrepreneurs and investors obtain the E-2 Investor Visa and EB-5 Investment Green Card in order to reside in the U.S. and operate their business.

26 years | 1,500 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 9

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Bobby C Chung, PC

123 S. Mission Drive, Suite D, San Gabriel, CA, 91776

E2VisaLawyer.net

Online Presence

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Bobby Cheng-Yu Chung's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

188 Client Reviews

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Posted by Samuel | June 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

E2 Investor Visa Success

Attorney Bobby Chung and his team assisted me while setting up my Business in the U.S. He always had answers and solutions for how to setup my business E2-Visa compliant. He knows exactly the thinking of the Visa officers and on how to deal with it. His consultations between the setup process were ve...ry helpful and his preparation for the interview was perfect. I can highly recommend his services and will use them again for the renewal of my E2 Investor Visa. Thank you Bobby!

Posted by John | May 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Want an E2 Visa? Hire Bobby

Before hiring Bobby, I have talked to many different immigration attorneys. Most of them either didn't know much about E2 or didn't speak proper English, to the point where I had a hard time trying to understand what they were trying to say. Then comes Bobby. After talking to him for a couple minutes..., I already knew he was the guy. Bobby provides step by step instructions for the E2 application process and replies to all of your emails! Given how experienced he is, his rates are absolutely fair. You cannot go wrong with Bobby. FYI, I am a very critical person and I abhor incompetence. Bobby is the man.

Posted by jaz | April 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

From zero to greencard with Attorney Chung

Attorney Chung has been my US immigration attorney for 5 years. After helping me secure an E2 visa (one of the most complicated visas), today I was approved for my greencard via AOS. My case was one of those a little more complicated than usual, my wife is a permanent resident and I constantly need ...to travel the world because of my job. Bobby has guided me through every step, with very clear and specific information on how to obtain the advance parole and he spoke directly with USCIS when I needed to expedite the AP document so I could travel for work. My expedite case was approved the same day of the call to USCIS. In every instance Attorney Chung's actions have resulted in excellent results, with no delay or issue whatsoever on any of the applications. Bobby and his staff are readily available when you need them, very kind, and Bobby personally replies to you with plethora of useful and to the point information no matter how complex the question is. I really like that his lists of documents to prepare and instructions are very very specific, and that his approach is always "better safe than sorry". US immigration is a very complicated matter and Bobby and his team are always on top of the game. Two examples from my experience with him: 1) When my E2 was approved back at the consulate a few years ago the officer told me that he was giving me a 5 years visa (instead of the standard 2) because my application and supporting documents were so well prepared. That's something you don't hear very often. 2) today when I got my greencard approved the officer, again, commented how well prepared I came to the interview. Truth is I did exactly what Bobby told me to. Attorney Chung even help me get the greencard stamp into my passport right after the interview so I could travel back to work the same day. Again, not very common. My overall experience with Attorney Chung has been incredible. -very professional -easy to communicate with from anywhere in the world -detailed instruction at each step -if he sees a red flag he tells you how to fix it BEFORE it becomes a problem -straight to the point. The point is that if Attorney Chung is satisfied with your application and supporting documents, almost guaranteed the officer will too. I highly recommend him, and I will keep using him as my US immigration lawyer for any need I have. Bobby and his team have always your back and rest assured they know what they are doing. Greencard holder thanks to Bobby and his staff Thank you

Posted by Patrick | February 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

E2 Expert

Bobby has been my E2 lawyer for 4 years. Prior to selecting him I interviewed 3 other E2 lawyers. Most were not confident in answering all of my questions. However, Bobby was able to not only answer, but explain the why's. I highly recommend Bobby for your E2 journey!

Posted by Manny | August 12, 2015 | Immigration

E2 Visa Successfully Granted

We are Australian Citizens and purchased a franchise business in US over 100K in 2014. We had L-1 Visa petition refused last year and also found In-eligible on E3 Visa earlier this year in January and left with no hope of moving to United States. We're thinking of loosing our investment where aft...er interviewing over five different Attorney's and discussing my case but not getting much confidence in what should I do to get a visa and whom should we hire, I then discussed my case with Bobby who understood my case and gave me a clear understanding of how he can work and get us achieving E2-Visa. It took nearly 4 months to prepare all documents that we would need to apply for E2 visa, Bobby is highly educated, resourceful and understands how each case can be taken and prepared, he actually work and help achieving individual goal for what exactly you need. He's very clear if he can or cannot do it wont waste your time. After so much preparation and amendments we had nearly 700pages of printed documentation which was sent in 3kg satchel well prepared by Bobby's team from California to Australia. Bobby prepared us for the interview and we have complete knowledge about any questions that can be asked by Visa Officer. At the time of interview Visa officer had no other questions than what we got prepared for. We were shocked to hear from Officer ( Same officer who found me in-eligible for E3 Visa) that our Visa is approved in just 15minutes of interview I must mention about Entire Team at Bobby's office, each and every member who worked on my case were very prompt in all replies even in Bobby's absence they were there to help preparing all documentation. I strongly recommend Bobby for E2 visa, He's a very nice person and understands all nerves associated and connected with this visa. He's just awesome. Thanks Bobby this was a miracle!!!!!

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Bobby Cheng-Yu Chung's Lawyer Endorsements

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Robert Liskey

Immigration lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jonas Grant

Immigration lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked together with Bobby on many matters, with him handling the immigration side of things and me the business and corporate law. He is consistently a pleasure to work with and our mutual clients feel the same way. He is knowledgeable, experienced, and easy-going. He can communicate immigration law concepts in plain English (and apparently Mandarin and Cantonese, as well, not that I would understand!). I will continue to recommend him to clients with U.S. immigration law needs to him and his dedicated staff and look forward to collaborating with him for years to come."

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Kaushik Ranchod

Immigration lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Bobby Chung for twenty years. Not only is he a superb immigration attorney, he is someone that is extremely trustworthy. Bobby has a wealth of knowledge in immigration law. When I need to get a second opinion regarding a strategy for a complicated case he is one of the first attorneys that I consult with. I give Bobby Chung my highest recommendation. Sincerely, Kaushik Ranchod"

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Janet Greathouse

Immigration lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Bobby Chung's work. His enthusiasm for the law, integrity, dedication to providing his client with the highest quality representation is rare to find. Mr. Chung's knowledge of immigration law is comprehensive and he possesses a keen analytical mind."

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Jonas Grant

Business lawyer

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Kaushik Ranchod

Immigration lawyer

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Janet Greathouse

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.7 (Very Good)

Honors

2000

Outstanding Professional Contribution, US Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Principle Attorney, Law Office of Bobby C. Chung, PC

2000 - 2001

Associate Attorney, Paparelli & Partners, LLP

1999 - 2000

Attorney Advisor, US Department of Justice, Executive Office for Immigration Review

1999 - 1999

Law Clerk, US Attorney's Office, North District of California

1998 - 1998

Judicial Intern, US Immigration Court, San Francisco

1997 - 1998

Law Clerk, Elliot & Mayock, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

2002 - Present

U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit

Member

2000 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

2000 - Present

U.S. District Court for the Central District of California

Member

2009 - 2010

U.S. Latino American Chamber of Commerce

Business Director

2007 - 2010

Los Angeles area Chamber of Commerce

Member

2000 - 2023

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1999

Golden Gate University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

University of Southern California

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2025

IFPG Educational Seminars

E-2 Investor Visa

2025

FranServe Franchise Broker Training

E-2 Investor Visa

2024

IFPG Educational Seminars

E-2 Investor Visa

2024

FranServe Franchise Broker Training

E-2 Investor Visa

2023

IFPG Educational Seminars

E-2 Investor Visa

2023

FranServe Franchise Broker Training

E-2 Investor Visa

2022

IFPG Educational Seminars

E-2 Investor Visa

2022

FranServe Franchise Broker Training

E-2 Investor Visa

2022

FranServe Annual Conference

E-2 Investor Visa

2021

IFPG Educational Seminars

E-2 Investor Visa

2021

FranServe Franchise Broker Training

E-2 Investor Visa

2020

IFPG Educational Seminars E-2 Investor Visa

2020

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2019

IFPG Educational Seminars E-2 Investor Visa

2019

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2018

IFPG Educational Seminars E-2 Investor Visa

2018

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2017

IFPG Educational Seminars E-2 Investor Visa

2017

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2016

IFPG Educational Seminars E-2 Investor Visa

2016

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2015

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2014

IFPG Educational Seminars E-2 Investor Visa

2014

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2013

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2012

FranServe Franchise Broker Training E-2 Investor Visa

2009

2009 HR Star Conference

Immigration Law Updates

2008

2008 National Summit on Employment Law and Compliance

I-9 Compliance, Worksite Enforcement, Work Visas

2008

2008 HR Star Conference

How to Overcome the H-1B Visa Quota and Protect Your Organization from Immigration Audits

Languages

Mandarin

Activity

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