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Atty. Brian Chew

Atty. Brian Chew

Brian Chew, the managing partner of the firm, has extensive experience in the areas of estate planning, including revocable living trusts, pour-over wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, asset protection planning, business succession planning, long-term care planning, special needs trusts, and veterans’ benefits. By devoting his practice to estate planning matters, he has founded a firm that strives to provide exceptional service to their clients by working closely with individuals and their families to create comprehensive and customized estate plans.

Irvine Irvine 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (949) 216-7209

Profile Summary

About Brian Chew at a glance

Brian Chew is a Founder and Principal based in Irvine, California, practforg at Oc Wills Trust Attorneys. They haand 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in California (1992). Educated at University of Southern California, Gould Center of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1988). Actiand member of Orange County Bar Association (Member, Trusts and Estate Section) State Bar of California (Member, Trusts and Estate Section) Orange County Asian American Bar Association. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Brian Chew, the managing partner of the firm, has extensive experience in the areas of estate planning, including revocable living trusts, pour-over wills, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, asset protection planning, business succession planning, long-term care planning, special needs trusts, and veterans’ benefits
  • By devoting his practice to estate planning matters, he has founded a firm that strives to provide exceptional service to their clients by working closely with individuals and their families to create comprehensive and customized estate plans
  • For the past 25 years, Brian has served thousands of clients in estate planning and business law matters
  • Born and raised in the San Francisco Peninsula, Brian received both his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Southern California
  • Brian is an accredited attorney with the Veterans Administration, and is a member of the Academy of Veterans Administration Pension Planners, State Bar of California Trusts and Estate Section, and Orange County Bar Association
  • Additionally, Brian has been featured in several publications, including the OC Register and OC Metro, as a Top Lawyer
  • Brian currently resides in Orange County with his wife, Michelle, and their two children

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Irvine are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Brian Chew's law office located?
Brian Chew's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Oc Wills Trust Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Brian Chew practiced law?
Brian Chew has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Brian Chew go to law school?
Brian Chew earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S.B.A. Finance, 1988).
How can I contact Brian Chew for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California, Gould Center of Law
- 1992
B.S.B.A. Finance
University of Southern California, Marshall School of Business
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992

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