Atty. Brian Yau Chou

Atty. Brian Yau Chou

Brian Yau Chou is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, decedents estates, estate administration and 16 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 20 years.

Orange Orange 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Yau Chou at a glance

Brian Yau Chou is a Partner based in Orange, California, practicing at Barth Berus & Calderon LLP. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and ssd. Admitted to practice in California (2006). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law (J.D., 2006) and University of California at Los Angeles B.A. (—). Active member of Long Beach Bar Association State Bar of California (Member, Estate Planning Section) South Bay Estate Planning Council Long Beach Estate Planning Council. Serands clients in Orange, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Yau Chou is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, decedents estates, estate administration and 16 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • Brian practices at Barth Berus & Calderon LLP in Orange, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Yau Chou's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Yau Chou handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Social Security Disability

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orange 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 substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Yau Chou

Where is Brian Yau Chou's law office located?
Brian Yau Chou's law practice is located in Orange, California. The firm is Barth Berus & Calderon LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Yau Chou handle?
Brian Yau Chou focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Yau Chou practiced law?
Brian Yau Chou has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Brian Yau Chou go to law school?
Brian Yau Chou earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (—).
How can I contact Brian Yau Chou for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University School of Law
- 2006
University of California at Los Angeles B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2006

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