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Andrew John Chan

Andrew John Chan

Law Offices of Andrew John Chan

17+ Years

Legal Experience

About Andrew John Chan

Andrew John Chan is a senior counsel at Ericksen Arbuthnot's Oakland/East Bay office, where he co-chairs the firm's Appellate Work Group. Known for his extensive litigation expertise, Andrew represents both individuals and institutions in state and federal courts. His practice spans insurance coverage and defense, intellectual property, personal injury, professional liability, real estate, and various commercial matters.

Andrew's legal acumen is recognized with an AV® Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and he has been named a Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star by Thomson Reuters. He holds B.A. degrees in Cognitive Science and History, with a minor in Philosophy, from the University of California, Berkeley. During his time at the University of Miami School of Law, Andrew was active on the Faculty Committee (Curriculum), Honor Council, International Moot Court Board, and Volunteer Tax Assistance Program.

His legal experience is further enriched by clerkships with Judge Maxine Cohen Lando in Florida's Eleventh Judicial Circuit, the Miami-Dade County State Attorney's Office, the City Attorney's Office in Miami, and the San Francisco District Attorney's Office.

Andrew is licensed to practice in California, Florida, the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the United States District Courts for all districts of California and the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida. Additionally, he is a registered California real estate broker and is authorized to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Construction Law
Insurance Defense
Intellectual Property
Legal Malpractice
Products Liability
Real Estate Law
Construction Contracts
Construction Defects
Construction Liens
Construction Litigation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Motor Vehicle Defects
Toxic Torts
Commercial Real Estate
Condominiums

California Car Accident Laws

Understanding California's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

pure comparative fault

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$15K/$30K/$5K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Andrew John Chan specialize in?

Andrew specializes in insurance coverage and defense, intellectual property, personal injury, professional liability, real estate, and other commercial issues.

Where did Andrew John Chan receive his education?

Andrew earned his B.A. degrees in Cognitive Science and History from the University of California, Berkeley, and attended law school at the University of Miami.

What recognitions has Andrew John Chan received?

Andrew is AV® Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and has been selected as a Northern California Super Lawyers Rising Star by Thomson Reuters.

In which jurisdictions is Andrew John Chan licensed to practice law?

Andrew is licensed in California, Florida, the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and the United States District Courts for all districts of California and the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida.

What additional roles does Andrew John Chan hold?

Andrew is also a California real estate broker and is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Contact Information

2300 Clayton Road, Suite 350 Concord CA 94520
Contra Costa County, CA
5108327770 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Andrew for a free case review

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