Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP is pleased to announce that Charlotte Counsel Michael Chen has been appointed to the International House of Charlotte Board of Directors. International House is a nonprofit dedicated to helping immigrants and international culture thrive in local communities. This organization enriches the lives of immigrants, residents, and the community of Charlotte through cross-cultural connections that foster understanding and fuel inspiration. Their hands-on programs help immigrants settle and succeed in this region while helping residents and businesses connect with people and cultures from around the world.

Michael is a leader in the Charlotte region on Asian American issues, including through his service as president of the Charlotte Taiwanese American Association. He also serves on the board of directors for the North Carolina Chapter of the Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce of North America and the Charlotte Chinese School.

At Parker Poe, Michael concentrates his practice on immigration and international business. He represents U.S. and foreign-owned companies, including clients in the biomedical, manufacturing and distribution, commercial sales, information technology, hospitality, and sports and entertainment industries.

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP has more than 250 lawyers in eight offices in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Washington, D.C. The firm provides legal counsel to many of the largest companies and local governments in the Southeast. Parker Poe is a member of two leading international legal networks: TerraLex and the Employment Law Alliance, both of which have chosen Parker Poe to help guide clients through the challenges of global business.