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Carolyn J. Chan

Family Law, Criminal Defense, Animal Law Issues
  • Family Law, Domestic Violence, Criminal Law ...
  • California, Colorado, CA Federal District: Eastern, Southern, Northern
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Biography

Ms.Chan excels at working on challenging cases. Over 20+ years in Family law courts with a very high win rate (Sacto, San Diego, Butte,etc.) In news media for prevailing in horrific Family law case Sacto, in early 1990's; Former Volunteer at Facilitator's Office and Volunteer Legal Services. Statewide legal representation in animal law cases since 2003; Admitted to Federal District Courts CA+Bankruptcy Courts. http://www.criminaldefenseattorneychico.com/ CRIMINAL LAW CASES website * * *Attorney's Cases in the Media* * * ---> http://www.courthousenews.com/2013/11/27/63266.htm San Diego Pet Store owner David Salinas fights back against ban on sales of animals in pet stores; in AZ, Governor signed law that such sales could NOT be prohibited. Attorney Chan won rare post seizure hearing in West Hollywood where animals were seized but there was no actual exigency http://www.denverpost.com/aurora/ci_11001153 Attorney was counsel for animal owner, Denver Federal District Court, Aurora likely to drop breed ban if social media keeps pressure on....

Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Animal & Dog Law
Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Debt Relief
Additional Practice Areas
  • Civil Litigation
  • DEFENSE LITIGATION
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
California
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Colorado
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CA Federal District: Eastern, Southern, Northern
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Professional Associations
USSPCO (Non profit 501(c)(3) SPCA) Community Service
Consultant
- Current
Activities: Promote animal ownership responsibly
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Non Profit--- Dog Safety and Kids Education
Bd of Directors, Non-compensated
- Current
Activities: Promote education and skills for Kids to Prevent Dog bites, Increase Training Awareness
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Cute Rescue Puppies Dog Safety
Administrator
- Current
Activities: Promote responsible ownership and safety with canines by educating children on dog safety and care, beginning with pups
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Toledo v Tellings
Ohio Supreme Court
Published decision, CA State Personnel Board
Websites & Blogs
Website
Family Law+ Domestic violence
Contact & Map
Atty Legal Address for Service
2485 Notre Dame Blvd.
Chico, CA 95928
Telephone: (530) 497-0777
Monday: 8:30 AM - 7 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 7 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 7 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 7 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 7 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM - 6 PM
Sunday: Closed
Notice: ATTORNEY USUALLY TAKES CALLS EVERY DAY IF SHE IS AVAILABLE-- DUE TO COVID ISSUES, ATTORNEY IS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FROM 0830AM TO 7PM ON THE PHONE. JUST LEAVE A MESSAGE IF I CANNOT ANSWER :)
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