Atty. Sean C. Chang

Atty. Sean C. Chang

Sean Chang focuses his practice on government and internal investigations and regulatory enforcement matters. He has helped clients navigate investigations by the US Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Trade Commission, and state attorneys general, among other regulators.

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Profile Summary

About Sean C. Chang at a glance

Sean C. Chang is a business and litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Educated at New York University (J.D., 2020). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Sean Chang focuses his practice on government and internal investigations and regulatory enforcement matters
  • He has helped clients navigate investigations by the US Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Trade Commission, and state attorneys general, among other regulators
  • Mr. Chang has advised clients on matters involving the intersection of legal, regulatory, and policy issues, including those related to consumer protection, content moderation, and artificial intelligence
  • He also has experience representing corporate clients in complex civil litigation matters in state and federal courts
  • Mr. Chang maintains an active pro bono practice, with a focus on reproductive rights and LGBTQ asylum cases

Practice Areas Explained

Sean C. Chang's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sean C. Chang

Where is Sean C. Chang's law office located?
Sean C. Chang's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean C. Chang handle?
Sean C. Chang focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Sean C. Chang go to law school?
Sean C. Chang earned their education at (J.D., 2020).
How can I contact Sean C. Chang for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Sean C. Chang received?
Sean C. Chang's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 2020

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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