Atty. Charlene Chen
Charlene Chen is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense. Charlene received a degree from UC Davis SOL King Hall, Davis, CA, and has been licensed for 15 years.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 15+ Years Experience
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About Charlene Chen at a Glance
Charlene Chen is a criminal defense and litigation attorney based in New York, New York. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in New York (2011) and Admitted to The State Bar of California (2014). Educated at UC Davis SOL King Hall, Davis, CA Yale Univ, New Haven, CT (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charlene Chen
- Charlene Chen is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense
- Charlene received a degree from UC Davis SOL King Hall, Davis, CA, and has been licensed for 15 years
- Charlene practices in New York, NY
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Charlene Chen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charlene Chen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Criminal Defense in New York
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Charlene 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 Charlene Chen's practice in the field of criminal defense and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charlene Chen brings 15+ 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 and Admitted to The State Bar of California, Charlene Chen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and litigation, Charlene Chen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Charlene Chen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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