Atty. Winston Chan

Atty. Winston Chan

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Profile Summary

About Winston Chan at a glance

Winston Chan is a criminal defense, white collar, and whistleblower attorney based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. Educated at Yale University (J.D., 2000). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law (2026). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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Practice Areas Explained

Winston Chan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Winston Chan 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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White Collar Crimes

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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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 San Francisco 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 Winston Chan

Where is Winston Chan's law office located?
Winston Chan's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Winston Chan handle?
Winston Chan focuses on criminal defense, white collar, whistleblower. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Winston Chan go to law school?
Winston Chan earned their education at (J.D., 2000).
How can I contact Winston Chan for a consultation?
You can contact Winston Chan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Winston Chan received?
Winston Chan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law.

Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 2000

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Qui Tam Law
- 2026

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