Deportation & More Attorney · Serving Richardson, TX · 42+ Years Experience
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About Alan C. Chen at a Glance
Alan C. Chen is a Member based in Richardson, Texas, practicing at Alan C. Chen, PC. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on citizenship, deportation, immigration, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1984), New York - New York Supreme Court - State - Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (1984), Texas US Supreme Court (1988), and Texas Northern District Court (1988). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1983) and Rutgers University (B.A. Economics, 1980). Serves clients in Richardson, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Alan C. Chen
- Mr. Alan C. Chen is a lawyer practicing immigration, deportation, permanent residence and 3 other areas of law
- Alan received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Alan practices at Alan C. Chen, PC in Richardson, TX
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Alan C. Chen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan C. Chen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richardson.
Citizenship & Naturalization in Richardson
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Deportation & Removal Defense in Richardson
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Immigration Law in Richardson
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
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Appellate Practice in Richardson
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richardson
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richardson are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Richardson Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richardson-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Richardson Choose Alan C. Chen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Alan C. Chen's practice in the field of citizenship, deportation, immigration, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Alan C. Chen brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, New York - New York Supreme Court - State - Supreme Court Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, and Texas US Supreme Court, Alan C. Chen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering citizenship, deportation, and immigration, Alan C. Chen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richardson
A Richardson-based practice means Alan C. Chen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Alan C. Chen Handles in Richardson
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Alan C. Chen has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Alan C. Chen directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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