Elliot Z. Chen
Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026 About Elliot Z. Chen
Elliot Z. Chen is a lawyer based in Beverly Hills, CA and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Elliot Z. Chen is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Beverly Hills, California
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Intellectual Property
Current Firm: Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP
Education: Duke University, J.D.
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
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