Hou-Chieh Tsai, Immigration Attorney in San Francisco, California

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

• Immigration

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Hou-Chieh's primary office is at 555 Montgomery Street, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

Hou-Chieh 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.

• How much does it cost to hire Hou-Chieh for a immigration case?

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

• Does Hou-Chieh offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do immigration cases in California 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. Hou-Chieh gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Hou-Chieh take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

  Hou-Chieh is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Hou-Chieh 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 Hou-Chieh?

  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. Hou-Chieh will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Hou-Chieh accepting new immigration clients right now?

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