$ 600-600 per hour
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The Law Office of Janice Cho is a client-oriented law firm specializing in helping individuals understand and resolve family law and immigration issues efficiently and effectively and with professionalism, integrity and compassion. Ms. Cho has been practicing law since 2004, with significant expertise in family law and immigration law. Ms. Cho earned her Bachelor’s Degree, with honors, from the University of Chicago. She later received her Juris Doctorate degree from Northwestern University School of Law. After law school, Ms. Cho began her career working exclusively in the area of family law and immigration law. She has supervised legal clinics, provided technical assistance to pro bono attorneys, provided trainings on family law and immigration law, and regularly volunteers in numerous capacities with the Court.
Ms. Cho understands that many of her family law clients are in crisis, need immediate high-quality representation that they can trust, or need to establish personal and financial security in the wake of family separation. She guides her clients through the nuances and complexities of family law and immigration law and offers each of her clients an individualized client-directed approach that addresses each client's specific objectives.
Her family law practice includes, but is not limited to marital dissolution, premarital agreements, post-marital agreements, divorce and separation; custody and parenting arrangements; child and spousal support; and valuation and division of community property assets and debts, including real estate, business interests, professional practices, personal property, retirement benefits and other investments.
Ms. Cho's immigration practice focuses on family-based petitions, VAWA's, U-Visas, and Naturalizations and Citizenship applications. She is dedicated to helping her clients in ways that large firms cannot by providing highly personalized and effective immigration solutions.
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22 years
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22 years
22 years
$ 600-600 per hour
State: California
Acquired: 2004
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1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1838, Oakland, CA, 94612
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Posted by Jose | June 28, 2013 | Child Custody
Excellent and effective service.
I had the luck to have been helped by the Law Offices of Janice Cho. I needed assistance and advice on how to start a custody case. She was very specific and concise, I was somewhat intimidated by the process but her approach made me feel more at ease with an already hard situation, her helpful staf...
Posted by Doug | June 05, 2013 | Divorce & Separation
Janice Cho review of Annulment in California
We just wanted to send you a short note to say THANK YOU! Your expert advise and crystal clear understanding of the law equipped us with the tools to prove my case of nullity based on fraud. My annulment was granted on May 24, 2013! Again, we thank you and will recommend your legal services to ...
Posted by anonymous | May 01, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Solid, Knowledgeable, Empathetic
Janice was excellent. She listened to my side of the case, quickly attempted to understand the facts of the case, and made a set of very practical recommendations along with an explanation of how the other side may react to our moves. I've worked with a lot of lawyers in my life and am happy to g...
Posted by Eli | April 23, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Compassionate, Tough, Smart Lawyer
Janice was sensitive, knowledgable, clearly communicated our legal options and left us with the impression that if it came to a legal fight, she's the one you want in your corner. She is also generous with her time and flexible.
Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2013 | Child Support
Honest and Knowledgeable
I met with Janice to discuss an existing child support agreement and I was filled with questions and worry as my child approached 18 years of age. After listening to my concerns and reviewing my documents, Janice gave me direct and honest advice. She was able to point me in the right direction and sh...
"Janice is an extremely sharp and capable attorney. Definitely willing to go to bat for her clients but also mindful of the benefits of settlement. I've had the pleasure of working with Janice on a number of cases, all of which were resolved informally to the mutual satisfaction of our clients. I endorse her without hesitation."
"Janice Cho is one the smartest, most organized and toughest attorneys I know. I highly recommend her services in both family law and immigration matters."
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2014
2013 Wiley Manual Pro Bono Award, State Bar of California
2012
2012 Rising Star Volunteer of the Year, Alameda County Bar Association
2011 - Present
Principal, Law Offices of Janice Cho
2010 - 2010
Adjunt Professor, John F. Kennedy Law School
2006 - 2011
Supervising Attorney, Family Law Unit, CoCoCty, Bay Area Legal Aid
2006 - 2011
Supervising Attorney, DV Restraining Order Clinics, CoCoCty, Bay Area Legal Aid
2005 - 2006
Staff Attorney, Law Center for Families
2025 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
2014 - Present
Legal Access Alameda (formerly Volunteer Legal Services Corporation)Former President and current Board Director
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Alameda County Bar AssociationDay of Court Volunteer Attorney
2004 - Present
Alameda County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Contra Costa County Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Bay AreaMember
2015 - 2016
Alameda County Bar Association, Family Law Executive CommitteeMember
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
B.A.
2015
2014
Finshing a Dissolution
2013
When and Why is a Parent's Immigration Status Relevant to Custody
2013
Finishing a Dissolution
2013
2013
Ethical Issues in California Pro Bono Representation
2013
2013
2012
Legal Remedies for Domestic Violence Victims
2010
Family Law and Motion Practice
2013
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