Atty. Chen Li

Atty. Chen Li

Chen Li has been an attorney since 2002, admitted to practice law in New Jersey and New York. Chen earned a B.A. from Queens College, City University of New York.

Westfield Westfield 24 Years Experience 24 year
Call (908) 379-0777

Profile Summary

About Chen Li at a glance

Chen Li is a Partner based in Westfield, New Jersey, practicing at Vanarelli & Li LLC. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2002) and New York (2003). Educated at St. John's University School of Law J.D. (—) and Queens College of the City University of New York B.A. (—). Serves clients in Westfield, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chen Li has been an attorney since 2002, admitted to practice law in New Jersey and New York
  • Chen earned a B.A. from Queens College, City University of New York
  • She obtained her J.D. from St. John’s University
  • Chen is also a certified public accountant
  • Before becoming an attorney, she worked for Ernst and Young, LLP and Dreyfus Realty Advisors, Inc. After law school, Chen worked as an attorney in law firms with concentration on elder law, estate planning and estate administration
  • Chen joined the firm in 2006

Practice Areas Explained

Chen Li's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Westfield are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chen Li

Where is Chen Li's law office located?
Chen Li's law practice is located in Westfield, New Jersey. The firm is Vanarelli & Li LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chen Li handle?
Chen Li focuses on trusts, probate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Chen Li practiced law?
Chen Li has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Chen Li go to law school?
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How can I contact Chen Li for a consultation?
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Education

St. John's University School of Law J.D.
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Queens College of the City University of New York B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2002
New York
Admitted: 2003

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