About Catherine
Catherine Chan is the Managing Attorney at the Chan Law Firm, located at 1900 Grant St. Suite 750, Denver, Colorado 80203. Licensed to practice law in Colorado since 2003, she is known for her expertise in immigration law. The firm specializes in complex removal (deportation) cases, appellate immigration litigation, civil litigation against government agencies in immigration matters, and business immigration. Her experience allows her to handle the details of immigration law effectively. Catherine earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2003.
Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of California, Los Angeles in 1999. During her time in law school, she worked by clerking for the Denver County District Court, which provided her with insights into the judicial process. This background has proven essential in her current practice, where most of her caseload involves complex immigration issues. Her work typically involves cases that progress from initial filing through a series of critical steps, including requests for evidence and interviews at USCIS field offices. When necessary, she also handles appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals. This comprehensive approach ensures that her clients receive thorough representation at every stage of their immigration journey.
Before establishing the Chan Law Firm, Catherine worked as an associate attorney at a boutique immigration law firm in Denver from 2003 to 2007, where she developed her skills in various immigration matters. From 2007 to 2010, she served as a staff attorney at the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition. In this role, she represented detained individuals in Eloy, Arizona, advocating for their rights and handling the requirements of the immigration system. Her commitment to serving vulnerable populations has been a hallmark of her career. Catherine is an active member of the Colorado Bar Association and the Denver Bar Association, contributing to the legal community in various capacities. Catherine has served on the boards and commissions of numerous Colorado organizations, including the Faculty of Federal Advocates and the Colorado Lawyer’s Committee.
Her involvement extends to the Denver Women’s Commission and the Center for Legal Inclusiveness, reflecting her dedication to promoting diversity and inclusion within the legal profession. Recognized for her accomplishments, she has been selected to Super Lawyers from 2017 to 2026. Fluent in English, Farsi, and Spanish, Catherine Chan continues to advocate for her clients with passion and expertise.
