About the Law Offices of Cecilia Chen

Our Vision

Our firm combines extensive corporate experience with compassion and consideration for practice owners in the healthcare industry. 

About Our Founder

Ms. Cecilia Chen provides legal services throughout southern California concentrated in the areas of corporate transactional matters, particularly in the healthcare industry serving dentists, veterinarians, and optometrists.

Cecilia received her law degree from American University in Washington DC and completed her undergraduate studies at Boston University majoring in business administration with a concentration in finance. Ms. Chen is licensed to practice law in both California and Virginia, and has extensive experience in representing professional practice owners.

Cecilia’s areas of expertise include the purchase and sale of dental practices, contracts and commercial lease review and negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and DSOs. She is dedicated to making her clients’ objectives her own and drawing on her extensive experience to deliver strategic business perspectives as well as efficient legal approaches.

Our Mission

From post-graduate associate agreements and practice start-ups to partnership formations, practice sales, and estate planning - our firm is exceptionally equipped to assist medical professionals at each step of their careers. 

Cecilia and her team work closely with each client to provide customized legal solutions and offer a network of professional ancillary support to set up your practice quickly and effectively.

Our Story

After starting out as a general transactional attorney, Cecilia quickly realized the importance of finding a niche that truly resonated with her. She found that in the dental and healthcare industry - a focus that offers the opportunity to make a real impact on the success of small businesses.

Testimonials

Ms. Cecilia Chen represented me in my dental practice transaction with utmost professionalism and efficiency throughout the complex process. What I really appreciate about her is her willingness to go the extra mile, and make the most amicable resolution with patience and persuasiveness even in a difficult situation.

- Joshua T. Kang, DMD

She went out of her way to negotiate favorable terms for me in the lease. I am very glad that Cecilia always had my back every step of the way. She was easy to work with and always made herself available for my questions. I highly recommend Cecilia as your dental attorney!

- Javier Valadez, DDS

I was in a bind and needed the purchase agreement from the buying doctor to be corrected and finalized in just 2 days. Fortunately, I hired Ms. Chen and she saved the day with her prompt and accurate attention. The sale went through in an unbelievably smooth fashion. I cannot recommend her highly enough!

- Dr. Daniel S. Sherman

Let’s Talk About Your Practice

Every healthcare practice is unique, and so are its legal needs. Whether you're just starting out or preparing for a major transition, we’re here to offer guidance and support. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you with the legal side of your business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I protect myself when entering into a partnership for my practice?

Partnership agreements should clearly define roles, responsibilities, profit sharing, and exit strategies. We help you draft comprehensive agreements that prevent future disputes and ensure long-term success.

What should I look for when negotiating a lease for my medical practice?

We review and negotiate the legal language of the lease agreements to ensure that the terms and legal language that protect you not just as a tenant, but a future seller of your practice.

What are the risks of selling my practice to a corporate consolidator?

Corporate consolidations often involve complex payment structures like earnouts or rollover equity. We help you navigate these risks, ensuring you get fair terms that protect your financial interests and the ability to earn the deferred payments, as well as understanding what equity interests you might be receiving in return.

How does an associate agreement protect my practice?

An associate agreement outlines the terms of employment, including compensation, restrictive covenants, and duties. We ensure that these agreements comply with the latest state laws and tailored to your practice’s needs.