Law Office of Justin Chou, P.C.

Elite Advocacy.

Clear Communication.

Real Solutions.

White-glove legal representation for high-stakes injury, family, and business cases

My clients receive:

clear, responsive communication

a solution-oriented mindset

deft settlement negotiation

hard-hitting courtroom advocacy

and

the wisdom to know when to seek peace and when to fight

Areas of Law

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    • Divorce and Dissolution

    • Community Property Division

    • Child Custody

    • Alimony and Spousal Support

    • Restraining Order; and

    • All other family-related legal matters

    Changes in marriages or battles over child custody are often the most stressful and confusing time in a person’s life. A transparent, effective family lawyer should reduce your stress level, not raise it.

    I understand that every family is different. I take the time to listen carefully to you to fully understand your problems. I sort through the history, circumstances, and evidence to understand your options. Then I explain your options plainly, recommend a strategy, and then execute—whether that means negotiation or a court battle.

    • Car Accidents

    • Commercial Truck Collisions

    • Catastrophic Falls

    • Wrongful Death

    • Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries

    After an injury, you are often dealing with more than just physical pain—you are up against insurance companies and defense attorneys trained to minimize what they pay and challenge your claim at every step. You need someone who knows how to push back.

    I build cases designed to hold up under pressure. That means digging into the facts, securing the right evidence, and identifying every source of compensation available. I handle the back-and-forth with insurers and opposing counsel, and I do it with leverage. When it is time to resolve the case, I push for full value—not quick payouts. And if the other side refuses to be reasonable, I am prepared to take the case through litigation and try it in court.

  • Some matters facing individuals and businesses are not routine. They do not arrive neatly labeled or confined to a single area of law. They involve overlapping issues, shifting leverage, and decisions where the wrong move carries consequences that are not easily undone.

    I handle those matters. My background spans multiple disciplines at a high level, and I have developed a particular set of skills for navigating situations where the usual playbook does not apply. Individuals and businesses seek me out when discretion matters, when the path forward is unclear, or when the stakes call for careful strategy rather than noise. I assess, advise, and, when necessary, act—quietly, precisely, and with purpose.

Qualifications

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Justin Chou attended U.C. Berkeley for both his undergraduate and legal education. He earned his Bachelor’s with Distinction in 2008 and his Juris Doctor in 2011. At Berkeley Law he was selected to compete on the Berkeley Law Mock Trial Team and chaired the advocacy competition group Board of Advocates. He also served as Managing Editor of the California Annual Criminal Review.

He has published a law journal article on the Sixth Amendment right to confrontation and cross examination.

TRIALS

Fifteen jury trials to verdict

$1,000,000 jury verdict in Santa Clara County

Bench trial and arbitration experience

$1,144,372 arbitration award in San Francisco County

PREMIER WORK EXPERIENCE

Contra Costa Public Defender’s Office was Justin Chou’s first destination after law school. There, he spent hundreds of hours in the courtroom, appearing daily in courthouses across the county.

He then joined Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger, the historic San Francisco personal injury law firm.

While his wife completed MD residency, he teamed up with Commins, Knudsen & Chou, applying his civil litigation skills towards injury suits and business disputes.

HONORS AND SKILLS

When Justin Chou lived in the East Bay, he was proud to give back to the Berkeley Law community by teaching and coaching trial advocacy. In 2014, he coached the Berkeley team to victory at the NITA Tournament of Champions.

Now on the Peninsula, he continues his participation less proudly but no less rigorously, teaching oral advocacy and evidence at Stanford Law.

For much of his career, Justin Chou has also been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star - an honor granted to the top 2.5% of ranked lawyers.

Justin Chou speaks intermediate Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.

5-Star Reviews for Justin Chou

  • "Excellent outcome, highly satisfied, extremely easy to work with, responsive ... it actually was my first time engaging wiht an attorney and I couldn't have asked for a better experience."

    Steph K via Google

  • "He drove down to Santa Cruz to meet with me and my family, listened to our experiences, and went above and beyond helping us through the process - truly cared about all of our well-being, and showed honest, sincere, compassion for our situation. Justin was smart, professional, and it was so easy to contact him as questions arose - I could not have asked for a better experience to come out of a horrible situation."

    Jacqueline H. via Yelp

  • "I was in a bad accident and was hospitalized for months. My recovery was long and painful. Justin Chou represented me as a personal injury lawyer. He was empathetic and trustworthy, and a great listener...I am grateful to have had such a strong advocate for me."

    Charmaine Stevenson via Google

  • "I had the great fortune of having Justin Chou represent me in recent case [sic]. What a great attorney! ... I had numerous questions during the process and Justin was very helpful and knowledgeable."

    Daniel C. via Yelp

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Justin Chou on my case, and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. His expertise, professionalism, and dedication were evident. Throughout the entire process, he kept me informed, answered all my questions, and provided valuable guidance every step of the way."

    Zhu Jianmin via Google

  • "Justin has a calm, caring demeanor which makes him wonderfully pleasant to work with."

    Jayne M via Yelp

  • "Justin was extremely knowledgeable about the many different considerations that were relevant for my case, and he clearly and compassionately explained these in detail to give me a good understanding of what to expect."

    Lisa via Google

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