Ggoch Saem Sagong Kim

Ggoch Saem Sagong Kim

also known as Sammy Kim

5.0
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 10 years

Tax Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Tax, Trusts, Corporate & Incorporation

9687 Main St STE B, Fairfax, VA

About Ggoch

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Tax 85%

Tax Controversy Resolution (Federal and state) and Audit Representation

85%
Trusts 10%

Core Estate Planning Package

10%
Corporate and Incorporation 5%

Domestic and International Entities

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 7 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2018

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices Of Sammy Kim PLLC

9687 Main St STE B, Fairfax, VA, 22031

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Ggoch Saem Sagong Kim's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

33 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jongwono Hong | January 31, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Tax

From 5 Years of IRS Stress to Peace of Mind

Anyone who has dealt with the IRS knows how overwhelming and stressful the process can be. Our case was not only stressful but extremely unique, complex, and deeply unjust. We were assessed penalties and fines for issues that were not even caused by us, and for over five years, this situation placed ...an enormous emotional burden on our family creating constant anxiety and even conflict between my spouse and me. Finding a law firm willing and capable of taking on such a complicated case was incredibly difficult. That’s when we learned about Attorney Sammy Kim. Even though we live in a different state, we decided to entrust her with our case and that decision changed everything. This was a long and challenging battle. Throughout the entire process, Attorney Kim never gave up on us. She demonstrated unwavering dedication, persistence, and genuine care, advocating for us tirelessly with the IRS. This was not just legal representation; it was personal, thoughtful, and deeply committed support during one of the most difficult periods of our lives. This week, we finally received an official letter from the IRS confirming a positive resolution. When Attorney Kim personally called us even over the weekend to share the good news, it was a moment of immense relief and gratitude for our entire family. After years of stress, we were finally able to close this chapter with peace of mind. Attorney Sammy Kim is more than an attorney. She is a true advocate who stands by her clients until the very end. For anyone facing an IRS issue that feels hopeless or overwhelming, I cannot recommend her highly enough. Our family will always be grateful for her professionalism, determination, and heart.

Posted by Brad | November 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Tax

INCREDIBLE SERVICE – every issue resolved plus some. I couldn’t be a more satisfied client.

Sammy Kim, Tax Attorney & here legal assistant, Anna, were extremely responsive, knowledgeable and were able to walk me through a complex set of Tax, bank and even work-related issues. Everything was done rapidly and thoroughly to resolution. I don’t spend a lot of time writing reviews, but I felt ...compelled in this situation. I had no idea how complex my case was going to be. Sammy Kim took the time to understand the details, laid out a plan and did a great job helping make sure I navigated through complex legal and financial challenges. Her office’s Korean knowledge helped me with issues that had potential US and Korean tax implications. Not only did they help me with the case, but Sammy and Anna also took the time to help me with advice in areas that went beyond the immediate case to make sure things went as smoothly as possible. My brother is a lawyer so I have some visibility into what the day in a life of a lawyer and how busy they can get, so this level of service is rare. There’s no one else I would go to, especially if it spans US and international tax law.

Posted by Kari | August 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Kari Rodriguez

My husband & I were audited for the 2015 & 2016 tax years. They were claiming we owed upwards of $150K! As you can imagine we were extremely stressed out. We met with Ms. Kim for a consultation and she walked us through the process. She let us know what to expect and was honest about expectations. We... hired her that day and were just informed the IRS owes us apx. a $5K credit. She exceeded our expectations and are extremely pleased! I appreciate her and highly recommend her!

Posted by anonymous | December 20, 2017 | Tax

Consulted for Tax Audit

I consulted with Sammy about a Tax Audit. The thoughtful advice and attention to detail I received resulted in no change in my return within 30 days of submitting information on my audit. Sammy is very competent about Tax laws. Unlike other attorneys, I was never pressured to hire them, in fact ...I was encouraged that I could handle this on my own. They are a very ethical firm and attorneys—very hard to find these days. Specifically, I was advised to make it easy for the auditor to review the material, offer specific narratives, organize material with tabs, slip sheets , numbers,for each sub item and also write a short response letter in the order of the asks and submit the information in a timely manner.

Posted by Michael | February 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

God Sent!!!!

I had a consultation with Ms. Kim regarding my tax situation. I was in a desperate need for a help and she came to rescue me. I was so worried because I got a letter from IRS and didn't know what to do. As soon as I met her, I knew she was the right one. She is very caring and personal unlike othe...r attorneys. She was willing to help and not to take advantage of my situation. I would recommend anyone with Tax issues or IRS problem, with no hesitation. I'm so glad that I was able to resolve my situation with Ms. Kim and her firm. Thank you, Ms. Kim. You are the best!!!!

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Ggoch Saem Sagong Kim's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Sherratt

Tax lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked side-by-side with Ggoch Saem while we were co-workers at a boutique tax law firm. Her effectiveness as an attorney was self-evident. Ggoch Saem is a highly intelligent lawyer with specialized expertise in the field of tax law."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Honors

2021

Mentoring and Leadership Award 2021, The League of Korean Americans of the USA, Inc.

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Tax attorney, The Law Offices Of Sammy Kim PLLC

2016 - 2022

Tax Attorney, Sodowsky Law Firm PC

2015 - 2016

Tax Associate Attorney, Kundra & Associates, PC

2014 - 2014

Law Clerk to Special Trial Judge Peter J. Panuthos, United States Tax Court

2013 - 2013

Law Clerk, Department of Justice, Civil Division, Office of Immigration Litigation

2012 - 2012

Law Clerk, Department Of Justice Office Of The Attorney General

Associations

2018 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2015 - Present

American Bar Association chapter

Member

2015 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

FIRPTA Withholding for Non-Resident Sellers

Sales & Use Tax Deficiency Resolution by an Offer in Compromise Doubt as to Liability

Audits and Appeals to IRS (Payroll Tax; Trust Fund Recovery Penalty)

Cases resolved with a reasonable payment plan, without criminal referrals

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Education

2014

Georgetown University Law Center

LL.M. in Taxation

2013

University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Ewha Womans University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Tax Controversy Resolution Update 2019

Tax Resolution Options (OIC, IA, CNC, etc.)

2019

AREEA New Tax Law Presenation

New Tax Law for Real Estate Professionals

2018

New Tax Tips for You and Your Business

Business Tax Savings for Real Estate Professionals

2016

Payroll Tax Issues and Business entities beneficial for Small Business Owners

Tax Planning for Small Business Owners

2016

Career in Tax Filed

Various Career in Tax Controversy

Publications

2022

The Korea Daily USA Bi-weekly Tax Columns

2022

The Korea Daily USA Bi-weekly Tax Columns

2022

The Korea Daily USA Bi-weekly Tax Columns

2022

The Korea Daily USA Bi-weekly Tax Columns

2019

Korean Entertainment Weekly Weekly Tax Columns

Languages

Korean

English

Activity

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