Hong Yen Chang
✓ Source-basedrisingAmerican lawyer (ca. 1885-1926)
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Hong Yen Chang was reportedly the first Chinese immigrant licensed to practice law in the United States. Though admitted to the New York State Bar, he was denied admission to the California State Bar in 1890.
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Hong Yen Chang was reportedly the first Chinese immigrant licensed to practice law in the United States. Though admitted to the New York State Bar, he was denied admission to the California State Bar in 1890. He remained a prominent member of the Chinese community and went on to lead a distinguished career in banking and diplomacy.
Country
United StatesCategory
Lawyers
Type
Lawyer
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1859 to 1926 · aged 66
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