Atty. Lillian Chu

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.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 15 yrs experience 15 year
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Profile Summary

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 (—). Serands clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • 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 Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Lillian Chu is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 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 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 Lillian Chu

Where is Lillian Chu's law office located?
Lillian Chu's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. The firm is Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lillian Chu handle?
Lillian Chu focuses on criminal defense, ip, white collar, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Lillian Chu practiced law?
Lillian Chu has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Lillian Chu go to law school?
Lillian Chu earned their education at (B.A., 2004); (—).
How can I contact Lillian Chu for a consultation?
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Education

B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 2004
Loyola Law School J.D. cum laude Loyola Law School J.D. 2011 Order of Coif
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2011

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