Emily Chen

Partner, Family Law & Immigration

15+
Years Experience
280+
Cases Won
99%
Client Satisfaction

Emily Chen is a compassionate and skilled attorney specializing in family law and immigration matters. With 15 years of experience, Emily has helped hundreds of families navigate complex legal challenges including divorce, custody disputes, adoption, and immigration proceedings. Her empathetic approach combined with fierce advocacy has made her a trusted advisor for families during their most difficult times. Emily is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse communities effectively.

Specializations

Divorce & SeparationChild CustodyImmigration LawAdoptionDomestic ViolenceFamily Mediation

Education

J.D., with honors
Georgetown University Law Center
2009
B.A. in International Relations
Stanford University
2006

Bar Admissions

New York State Bar
Connecticut State Bar
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
U.S. Immigration Court

Practice Areas

Notable Cases

Primary Custody Awarded

Complex Custody Case

Successfully represented a mother in a high-conflict custody dispute involving international jurisdiction issues, securing primary custody and relocation approval.

Asylum Granted

Immigration Asylum Case

Won asylum for a family fleeing persecution, presenting compelling evidence and expert testimony that resulted in permanent residency for all family members.

$15M Settlement

High-Asset Divorce Settlement

Negotiated a favorable divorce settlement for a client in a complex high-asset case involving multiple businesses and international properties.

Awards & Recognition

Super Lawyers - Family Law (2016-2024)
Best Lawyers in America - Family Law (2019-2024)
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating
Top Women Lawyers in Family Law (2020-2024)
Immigration Law Excellence Award (2021)

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
American Immigration Lawyers Association
New York State Bar Association - Family Law Section
Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Asian American Bar Association of New York

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