David H. Chen, Appellate Attorney in White Plains, New York
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, General, and Government
PartneratBleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP
White Plains, NY
Practicing appellate in White Plains since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David H. Chen is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Government. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP.
- Based in
- White Plains, NY
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Appellate · General · Government
- Handles Appellate, General, and Government matters from White Plains, NY.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David H. Chen: David H. Chen is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Government. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David H. Chen
David concentrates on appellate, general, government, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Appellate cases in White Plains, New York
David takes appellate matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
General cases in White Plains, New York
David takes general matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Government cases in White Plains, New York
David takes government matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in White Plains, New York
David takes litigation matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in White Plains, New York
David takes personal injury matters in White Plains, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David H. Chen — Over 26 years of New York appellate experience
David H. Chen is a partner based in White Plains, NY. The practice focuses on Appellate, General, and Government. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP.
Mr. Chen practices all areas of civil litigation, with a focus on federal litigation and appellate work. Before joining Bleakley Platt & Schmidt, he was the Deputy County Attorney for Appeals for Westchester County. Prior to his Westchester County employment, Mr. Chen worked in the White-Collar practice of a national law firm located in Boston and New York and was the 2016 recipient of the firm’s Pro Bono and Community Service award. Following law school, he clerked for the Hon. Dora L. Irizarry, U.S. District Judge in the Eastern District of New York.
A graduate of West Point, he served with the U.S. Army for six years as an Armor officer, including a 2003 deployment to Iraq. In his spare time, Mr. Chen serves as a volunteer firefighter for the Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department.
David has over a decade of experience with New York’s Freedom of Information Law (FOIL). During his tenure with the Office of the Westchester County Attorney, he was responsible for Westchester’s FOIL training program and drafted responses to all FOIL appeals. Understanding that the best way to avoid Article 78 actions - and the award of attorney’s fees - is a robust compliance program, he has helped promulgate best practices for municipalities across the region.
Mr. Chen has argued before the First and Second Circuit Courts of Appeal as well as the New York Court of Appeals and the Appellate Division. He is a member of our Litigation and Appellate practice groups.
PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
• Appointed to Judicial Screening Committee for Appellate Division, Second Department by Gov. Hochul
• Member of Congressional Service Academy Nomination Board (NY-16)
• Second Department Judicial Screening Committee
• Volunteer firefighter for the Hastings-on-Hudson Fire Department
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Mr. Chen practices all areas of civil litigation, with a focus on federal litigation and appellate work. Before joining Bleakley Platt & Schmidt, he was the Deputy County Attorney for Appeals for Westchester County. Prior to his Westchester County employment, Mr. Chen worked in the White-Collar practice of a national law firm located in Boston and New York and was the 2016 recipient of the firm’s…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, general, and government matters in White Plains and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
David H. Chen's legal education and bar admissions
Boston College Law School
J.D. · 2009
United States Military Academy
B.S. · 2000
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
New York Supreme Cou
2010 · ACTIVE
Connecticut
2000 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.S. in United States Military Academy.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in Boston College Law School and B.S. in United States Military Academy. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
Westchester County Bar Association New York City Bar Association
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Locations
David H. Chen's office in White Plains
David's primary office is at One North Lexington Avenue, White Plains, NY, 10601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Bleakley Platt & Schmidt LLP
One North Lexington Avenue
White Plains, NY 10601
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How to hire David H. Chen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in White Plains, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David H. Chen
How much does it cost to hire David for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in New York typically take?
Simple appellate 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside White Plains?
David is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new appellate clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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