Atty. Xia Chao

Atty. Xia Chao

Xia Chao is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, foreign direct investment, debt restructuring and 4 other areas of law. Xia received a M.B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 2004, and has been licensed for 28 years.

San Jose San Jose 28 Years Experience 28 year

Profile Summary

About Xia Chao at a glance

Xia Chao is a business, m&a, and government attorney based in San Jose, California. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in New York (1998). Educated at University of New Mexico (M.B.A., 2004) and Beijing University School of Law (LL.B. Duke, 1987). Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Xia Chao is a lawyer practicing corporate finance, foreign direct investment, debt restructuring and 4 other areas of law
  • Xia received a M.B.A. degree from University of New Mexico in 2004, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Xia practices in San Jose, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Xia Chao's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Xia Chao 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Jose 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Xia Chao

Where is Xia Chao's law office located?
Xia Chao's law practice is located in San Jose, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Xia Chao handle?
Xia Chao focuses on business, m&a, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Xia Chao practiced law?
Xia Chao has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Xia Chao go to law school?
Xia Chao earned their education at (M.B.A., 2004); (LL.B. Duke, 1987).
How can I contact Xia Chao for a consultation?
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Education

M.B.A.
University of New Mexico
- 2004
LL.B. Duke
Beijing University School of Law
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1998

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