Charles E. Chamberlain Jr., Jr.
Immigration attorney · Grand Rapids, MI · Admitted Michigan 1981
About this attorney
Charles E. "Chip" Chamberlain, Jr. is a founding partner at Willey & Chamberlain LLP, bringing over four decades of premier trial experience to individuals and organizations throughout West Michigan. Specializing in white-collar defense, federal crimes, and complex criminal litigation, he has built an exemplary track record advocating in both federal and state courtrooms.
Early in his career, Mr. Chamberlain honed his trial prowess as an Assistant United States Attorney for the Department of Justice, following a federal judicial clerkship. He earned his Juris Doctor from the College of William & Mary Marshall-Wythe School of Law and his undergraduate degree from Duke University. A Fellow of both the American and Michigan Bar Foundations, he has been continuously listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 2000 and Michigan Super Lawyers since 2006, and previously served as president of the Grand Rapids Bar Association and the Western District of Michigan chapter of the Federal Bar Association.
Known for his thorough preparation and tenacious courtroom presence, Chip Chamberlain is committed to aggressive, ethical, and strategic client defense. Whether guiding clients through sensitive grand jury inquiries or defending them through verdict and appeal, he provides steady, focused counsel tailored to safeguarding his clients' rights and liberty.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
Languages
Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:
Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
Contact
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