$ 400-500 per hour
For nearly twenty-years, I've been helping entrepreneurs, small businesses and individual consumers to get a legal edge in a competitive world that's stacked against them. I started my career with a federal clerkship followed by four years as an intellectual property litigator at the iconic tech law firm of WSGR. Then I struck out on my own to
bring my "big law" background to you, combined with the personal attention and understated billing practices you only get from a dedicated solo practitioner.
My focus on intellectual property has allowed me to aid entrepreneurs in matters including, e.g., software licensing, complex litigation, copyright and trademark matters.
Meanwhile, my dedication to consumer causes has enabled me to help consumers fight back against abusive banks and debt buyers accross the state, resulting in some of the most important pro-consumer decisions coming out of California courts in recent years.
My dual passions of maximizing opportunities for entrepreneurs and maximizing access to justice for consumers are really just two sides of the same coin; after all, we are ALL consumers, and in my opinion all consumers should strive to be entrepreneurs rather than wage slaves.
I am pround to have created an online tool () allowing me to help an unlimited number of economically distressed consumers simultaneously. That frees up my time so I can also continue to help entrepreneurs as they reach beyond just getting out of debt and they move into the realm of running successful business ventures.
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700 N Valley St Ste B # 15595, Anaheim, CA, 92801-3824
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Posted by Faisal | June 22, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
Phenomenal lawyer and very helpful. I had a consultation with him. Before talking to him, I had talked to roughly 10+ lawyers and still was not sure what to do. Ian listened to my case, explored and evaluated all the options, and made the recommendations that were sound. I would highly recommend him!...
Posted by Sean | April 4, 2019 | Hired Attorney
After getting sued by a debt collector for a debt, I researched how to fill out a response and found Ian's web site. I found the website very useful and this enabled me to file an initial response. Fast forward almost one year, and now I find out there is a trial date coming up in a few weeks. I was ...
Posted by Melissa | September 6, 2018 | Hired Attorney
The last two years, I have been trying to re-establish my life after becoming a victim of identity theft. When I thought things couldn’t get any worse, I was served with a lawsuit from a debt collection agency. Luckily for me, I was referred to Ian while requesting services on another matter. Wit...
Posted by Charles | March 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
After reading several of these positive reviews, I retained Ian after being served with a sizable debt collection lawsuit. We had a clear and candid conversation laying out my options, and while no lofty promises were made, it was clear that letting Mr Chowdhury fight the case was the best route to ...
Posted by Gina | August 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney
In July, I was served for two different collections debts owned by the same debt buyer. I was freaking out. I had never been served before, let alone for an old collections debt. After doing some googling, I came across Mr. Chowdhury and had a consultation. Not only did he explain the process, he...
"Ian IS the expert at California Debt Defense. His nature is to fight until you pay nothing. He knows all the weaknesses in these Debt Collection Lawsuits as well as all the lawyers on the other side - and they know him. If not having a judgment, wage garnishment or bank seizure is important to you or your client, here's where the search ends. He is also a selfless contributor to the community!"
"Ian has been a steadfast defender of the consumer in debt defense cases for at least a decade if not more. He has been a very impressive attorney to witness advance the cause of consumer cases in seemingly intransigent courts. He has also pushed beyond on appeals for his clients."
"Ian is not only a passionate advocate for his own clients but a force behind other attorneys in the consumer cause. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ian Chowdhury is a highly accomplished consumer attorney. He has established an excellent track record of defeating debt buyers at trial. His clients can rely on him to provide top-notch representation."
"I know Ian from the work he does representing folks sued by debt collectors. He knows what he is doing, understands how to get you the best result and is passionate about his work. I endorse his work."
"Ian is committed to helping his clients and to consumer rights in general. He is articulate, intelligent, and a good lawyer. I endorse this lawyer."
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1997
Amjur Award, Thomson West Publishing
2001 - 2004
Intellectual Property Litigator, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati
1999 - 1999
Law Clerk to the Honorable Jeremy Fogel, Federal District Court for the Northern District of California
1999 - 2001
Research Attorney for Complex Litigation Department, Superior Court Of Santa Clara County
2007 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
The original trial court judgment was in favor of PRA, however on appeal Mr. Chowdhury obtained a reversal of the trial court judgment and a ruling in favor of his client, the consumer.
Mr. Chowdhury prevailed on behalf of the consumer, because the collector's witness lacked the personal knowledge to testify. This is among the few "published" decisions involving consumer debt and has had a powerful influence in the field of debt defense.
Mr. Chowdhury prevailed on behalf of the consumer, by getting the judgment reversed. This is among the very few "published" decisions involving consumer debt defense and has had a powerful influence in the field of consumer debt defense.
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