Atty. Lillian Chu
Lillian Chu is a lawyer practicing appeals, criminal defense, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law. Lillian received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2004, and has been licensed for 15 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Costa Mesa, CA · 15+ Years Experience
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About Lillian Chu at a Glance
Lillian Chu is an Associate, Litigation based in Costa Mesa, California, practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, white collar, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (2011). Educated at University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 2004) and Loyola Law School J.D. cum laude Loyola Law School J.D. 2011 Order of Coif (—). Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lillian Chu
- Lillian Chu is a lawyer practicing appeals, criminal defense, intellectual property and 2 other areas of law
- Lillian received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2004, and has been licensed for 15 years
- Lillian practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in Costa Mesa, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Lillian Chu's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lillian Chu handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Costa Mesa.
Criminal Defense in Costa Mesa
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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Intellectual Property in Costa Mesa
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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White Collar Crimes in Costa Mesa
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Civil Litigation in Costa Mesa
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Appellate Practice in Costa Mesa
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Costa Mesa
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 Costa Mesa 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.
Costa Mesa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Costa Mesa-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 Costa Mesa Choose Lillian Chu
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 Lillian Chu's practice in the field of criminal defense, ip, white collar, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lillian Chu 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.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, ip, and white collar, Lillian Chu can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Costa Mesa
A Costa Mesa-based practice means Lillian Chu 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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Common Legal Issues Lillian Chu Handles in Costa Mesa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Lillian Chu 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.
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