Chris W. Chong, Esq.

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Chris W. Chong, Esq. | 크리스 정 변호사

U.S. Immigration Lawyer | Korean Immigration Lawyer
Utah · California · Texas Attorney
Immigration · Business Law · Litigation · Personal Injury · Estate Planning

Professional Overview | 변호사 소개

크리스 정 변호사는 캘리포니아, 텍사스, 유타주 변호사 자격을 보유한 미국 이민 변호사로, 미국 전역을 대상으로 이민법 사건을 수행하고 있습니다. 이민법을 중심으로 상법, 민사소송, 교통사고 및 상해, 상속·유산 계획 분야까지 폭넓은 법률 서비스를 제공하며, 한인 및 미국 고객을 대상으로 한국어·영어 이중 언어 기반의 실무 중심 자문을 제공합니다.

Bar Admissions & Court Admissions | 변호사 자격 및 법원 출입

  • 캘리포니아주 변호사 (State Bar of California)

  • 텍사스주 변호사 (State Bar of Texas)

  • 유타주 변호사 (Utah State Bar)

  • 미 연방법원 출입 허가 (Federal Court Admission – Nationwide Immigration Practice)

Practice Areas | 주요 업무 분야

  • 미국 이민법 (U.S. Immigration Law)

  • 기업법무 및 상법 (Business Law & Corporate Advisory)

  • 민사소송 (Civil Litigation)

  • 교통사고 및 상해 (Car Accidents & Personal Injury)

  • 상속 및 유산 계획 (Estate Planning)

Professional Affiliations | 주요 활동 및 소속

  • 현) 미주한인상공회의소 총연합회 - 이사

  • 현) 미주한인상공회의소총연합회가 설립하여 산하 조직으로 운영 중인 IGN - 조직 부회장 & 법률 고문

  • 현) 휴스턴 한인상공회의소 - 정회원

  • 현) 민주평화통일자문회의 덴버협의회 유타 - 지회장

  • 현) 유타 한인상공회의소 - 부회장 & 법률고문

  • 현) 유타 한인회 - 수석부회장 & 법률 고문

  • 현) 유타 아시아인 협회 – 이사  & 법률 고문

Professional Experience | 경력

  • Law Office of Chris W. Chong 대표 변호사 Founder & Managing Attorney (2013–Present)

  • Ellis Injury Law (California) 소속 변호사 (전) : 복잡한 상해 및 민사소송 사건 다수 수행 , 고액 손해배상 사건 및 분쟁 해결 경험 보유

Education | 학력

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.), Arizona Summit Law School - 법학박사 학위를 취득.

  • B.A., University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) - UC 어바인 캠퍼스 졸업

Strategic Strength | 전문성 및 차별화 요소

  • 캘리포니아·텍사스·유타 3개 주 변호사 자격 보유

  • 해외 & 미국 전역 대상 이민법 케이스 수임 가능

  • 한인 고객을 위한 한국어 법률 자문이 가능한 미국 변호사

  • 소송 중심 실무 경험 + 기업 자문 결합

  • 한인 커뮤니티 및 비즈니스 네트워크 기반 활동

  • 유타, 캘리포니아, 텍사스에 사무소를 두고 있으며, 미국 전역의 고객을 대상으로 법률 서비스를 제공합니다.

수상 내역

  • 2022년 “ 소송 변호사'(개인 상해 법) 및 2022년 'Top 40' 선정, The National Trial Lawyers

현직 변호사 자격 및 법률 실무 권한

  • 캘리포니아주 변호사 자격 및 법률 실무 권한 보유

  • 유타주 변호사 자격 및 법률 실무 권한 보유

  • 텍사스주 변호사 자격 및 법률 실무 권한 보유

  • 미연방법원 변호사 - 미전역 이민법 변호사 법률 실무 권한 보유

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Office Locations | 사무소 위치

Texas Office

11740 Katy Fwy, Suite 1700, Houston, TX 77079

현재 텍사스 휴스턴 오피스를 기반으로, 금년 하반기 달라스 지역으로 전략적 사무소 확장을 진행할 예정입니다.

California Office

2372 Morse Ave, Suite 125, Irvine, CA 92614

Utah Office

13894 S. Bangerter Pkwy, Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020

Attorney Chris W. Chong is a seasoned U.S. lawyer and a proud member of both the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the International Association of Korean Lawyers (IAKL). His practice encompasses a wide range of legal areas, including immigration law, estate planning, personal injury, auto accidents, business law, and civil litigation. With a strong foundation of legal knowledge and hands-on experience, he is dedicated to delivering strategic, personalized legal solutions that align with each client’s unique goals and circumstances.

In 2022, Attorney Chong was recognized as “Litigator of the Year” and was named to the Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers Association—an honor reserved for the most accomplished trial attorneys nationwide.

In the fields of personal injury and auto accident law, he vigorously protects the rights of injured victims and ensures they receive the compensation they deserve. In business law, he provides comprehensive services ranging from business formation to contract review and dispute resolution. His estate planning practice is focused on safeguarding clients’ assets and ensuring smooth, tax-efficient wealth transfer through trusts, wills, and customized planning strategies.

In the area of immigration law, Attorney Chong handles a wide spectrum of matters including visas, green cards, and naturalization. He offers tailored strategies to fit each client’s goals while navigating the complex and ever-changing landscape of U.S. immigration policy. With a client-first approach, he emphasizes clarity, accuracy, and foresight in resolving immigration matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Attorney Chong earned his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine) and received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Arizona Summit Law School in 2011. He is licensed to practice law in California, Texas, and Utah, and is also admitted to the U.S. Federal Courts, granting him nationwide authority to handle immigration cases throughout the United States. With over 13 years of legal experience, he has consistently provided reliable counsel and practical solutions to clients facing complex legal challenges.

In addition to his legal practice, Attorney Chong serves as a board member of the Korean American Chamber of Commerce USA and is an active member of the Korean Community Lawyers Association (KCLA). He regularly contributes monthly columns to leading Korean-American publications, covering topics such as estate law, auto accident claims, immigration, and litigation—aimed at enhancing legal awareness in the Korean-American community.

Strategic Strength | Key Advantages

  • Licensed attorney in California, Texas, and Utah

  • Represents clients in immigration matters nationwide and internationally

  • Korean-speaking U.S. attorney providing legal services to Korean and international clients

  • Combines litigation experience with business and transactional advisory

  • Active involvement in Korean-American community and business networks

  • Offices located in Utah, California, and Texas, serving clients across the United States

Office Locations | 사무소 위치

Texas Office

11740 Katy Fwy, Suite 1700, Houston, TX 77079

With an established office in Houston, Texas, the firm is strategically expanding its presence with a new office in Dallas in the second half of this year.

California Office

2372 Morse Ave, Suite 125, Irvine, CA 92614

Utah Office

13894 S. Bangerter Pkwy, Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020

Profile

Attorney, Law Office of Chris W. Chong


Licensed Attorney in California, Texas, Utah,

and U.S. Federal Court Admission in All 50 States

(Korean Immigration Lawyer)

Experience

  • Current Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

  • Current Member, The International Association of Korean Lawyers (IAKL)

  • Current Member, Korean Community Lawyers Association (KCLA)

  • Board Member, Korean American Chamber of Commerce USA

  • Current Vice President for Legal Affairs and Organizational Development, Established under the Federation of Korean American Chambers of Commerce of the USA (IGN)

  • Current Chair, Utah Chapter, Denver Council, Peaceful Unification Advisory Council (PUAC)

  • Current Vice President and Legal Counsel, Utah Korean Chamber of Commerce (UKCC)

  • Current Senior Vice Chairman & Legal Counsel, The Korean American Federation of Utah (KAFU)

  • Current General Counsel and Board Member, Asian Association of Utah (AAU)

  • Current Member, Korean American Chamber of Commerce Houston (KACCH)

  • Current representative of the Law Office of Chris W. Chong.

  • Attorney Chris Chong has extensive hands-on experience in personal injury law, having spent years at Ellis Injury Law, one of California’s leading personal injury firms. During his tenure, he successfully handled a wide range of complex cases, gaining substantial litigation experience and practical skills from working at a major law firm.

Awards

  • Awards: Litigator of the Year 2022 (Personal Injury Law) & Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers 2022

Current Attorney Licenses

  • Licensed Attorney with Full Legal Practice Authority in California

  • Licensed Attorney with Full Legal Practice Authority in Utah

  • Licensed Attorney with Full Legal Practice Authority in Texas

  • Authorized to Practice Immigration Law Nationwide in the United States

 Education

  • Graduated from the University of California, Irvine (UC Irvine).

  • Earned his Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from Arizona Summit Law School in 2011.

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