Chad Li

Chad Li, Immigration Attorney in Austin, Texas

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Chad Li is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..

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Austin, TX
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Immigration
  • Handles Immigration matters from Austin, TX.

About Chad Li: Chad Li is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..

Areas of practice

Legal matters Chad takes on

Chad concentrates on immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Chad handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Immigration cases in Austin, Texas

Chad takes immigration matters in Austin, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Chad agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Chad Li — immigration lawyer in Austin

Chad Li is an associate based in Austin, TX. The practice focuses on Immigration. Currently practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C..

Mr. Chad Li is a lawyer practicing immigration law. Chad received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas at Austin in 2008, and . Chad practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Austin, TX.

Working with Chad on a immigration matter

Mr. Chad Li is a lawyer practicing immigration law. Chad received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas at Austin in 2008, and . Chad practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Austin, TX.

Who Chad represents

Chad reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration matters in Austin and the surrounding Texas area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Arkansas

    J.D. · 2012

  • The University of Texas at Austin

    B.A. · 2008

Chad studied at J.D. in University of Arkansas and B.A. in The University of Texas at Austin.

Law school and academic background

Chad completed J.D. in University of Arkansas and B.A. in The University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Chad runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Chad's professional memberships and bar associations

  • American Immigration Lawyers Association

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Locations

Chad Li's office in Austin

Chad's primary office is at 301 Congress Avenue, Suite 1150, Austin, TX, 78701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.

301 Congress Avenue, Suite 1150

Austin, TX 78701

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Hiring guide

How to hire Chad Li — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Chad usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Chad charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Chad will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Austin, Texas

A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Chad

Chad discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every immigration matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Chad confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Chad's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Chad Li

  • How much does it cost to hire Chad for a immigration case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Chad walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Chad offer a free consultation?

    Chad charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Chad's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Chad's current terms during booking.

  • How long do immigration cases in Texas typically take?

    Simple immigration matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Chad gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Chad take my case if I'm outside Austin?

    Chad is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Chad will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Chad?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Chad will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Chad accepting new immigration clients right now?

    Chad's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Immigration attorneys serving Austin, Houston and Dallas in Texas

Chad handles immigration matters throughout Texas. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified immigration attorneys in that community.

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