Atty. Spencer Wu Chen

Atty. Spencer Wu Chen

Spencer Wu Chen is a lawyer practicing decedents estates, estate administration, estate planning and 10 other areas of law. Spencer received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Oakland Oakland 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Spencer Wu Chen at a glance

Spencer Wu Chen is a trusts, probate, estate planning, and business attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at Santa Clara University (J.D., 2008) and University of California at Davis (B.A. Economics, 2001). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Spencer Wu Chen is a lawyer practicing decedents estates, estate administration, estate planning and 10 other areas of law
  • Spencer received a B.A. degree from University of California at Davis in 2001, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Spencer practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Spencer Wu Chen's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Oakland 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 Spencer Wu Chen

Where is Spencer Wu Chen's law office located?
Spencer Wu Chen's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Spencer Wu Chen handle?
Spencer Wu Chen focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Spencer Wu Chen practiced law?
Spencer Wu Chen has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Spencer Wu Chen go to law school?
Spencer Wu Chen earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A. Economics, 2001).
How can I contact Spencer Wu Chen for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University
- 2008
B.A. Economics
University of California at Davis
- 2001

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008

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