Atty. James Chau
James Chau is a lawyer practicing divorce, high-asset divorce, annulment and 11 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of California - Los Angeles in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.
Annulment & More Attorney · Serving San Jose, CA · 21+ Years Experience
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About James Chau at a Glance
James Chau is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Law Office of James Chau, P.C.. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, real estate, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in California (2005). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of California - Los Angeles (B.A. Biochemistry, 2001). Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Chau
- James Chau is a lawyer practicing divorce, high-asset divorce, annulment and 11 other areas of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of California - Los Angeles in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
- James practices at Law Office of James Chau, P.C. in San Jose, CA
Practice Areas Explained
James Chau's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Chau handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Jose.
Divorce in San Jose
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James Chau is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in California →
Child Custody & Visitation in San Jose
James Chau is one of 30,982 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in San Jose
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Chau is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Child Support in San Jose
James Chau is one of 24,443 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in California →
Alimony / Spousal Support in San Jose
James Chau is one of 10,588 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Jose
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 San Jose 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 venue, 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.
San Jose Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Jose-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 San Jose Choose James Chau
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 James Chau's practice in the field of divorce, child custody, real estate, child support, and alimony.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Chau brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, child custody, and real estate, James Chau can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Jose
A San Jose-based practice means James Chau 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 James Chau Handles in San Jose
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Chau has experience with under California 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 James Chau directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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