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David Inpyo Lee
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Biography
Beside his busy schedule, Mr. Lee has been actively involved with the community: Mr. Lee regularly volunteered as camp counselor at the Hollywood YMCA; volunteered feeding and counseling the homeless at Skid Row; was director of AWANA children's mission group; and performed at classical music venues as a member of the Korean Master Chorale. He currently provides pro bono consultations at Joong Ang Ilbo every Monday to the indigent.
He likes to sing at karaoke, eat great food, watch movies, watch children play, observe animals in the wild.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Personal Injury
100%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 350-350 per hour
Pro bono
15 %
Retainer
Always
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Licensed in California for 26 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of David Inpyo Lee & Associates, A Professional Law Corporation
3600 Wilshire Blvd., STE 2005, Los Angeles, CA, 90010-2627
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Posted by anonymous | July 12, 2013 | Immigration
Not Trustworthy Attorney
I hired Mr lee 2 years ago to adjust my status ,i was being sponsored by my husband but then my husband starts playing control games and refused to submit all documents needed so i wrote to Mr Lee to ask him about filing under VAWA because my husband is refusing to sponsor me and is threatening to...
David Lee
Replied last September 13, 2013Dear Ms. C, I am sorry you feel that way. However, I told you that to qualify for VAWA, you needed evidence of abuse--you never provided evidence. As for the email to your husband, your husband had access to your email account. I have close to a hundred emails between you, your husband, and me (I keep all communications), and I have not violated anyone's trust. Your husband did withdraw the petition (again) and I explained to both of you on the multiple times I met with both you that I don't want you to go through with this if the two of you keep fighting and threatening each other--your husband with withdrawing the petition and you with taking your child (who was born here) to your home country without U.S. authorization. I told the both of you that I am not a marriage counselor and cannot advise you on your issues. I also told you that I cannot file VAWA for you since I had no evidence of abuse (I requested evidence from you but you never provided me with it). I tried my best to help you adjust status (meeting, speaking, emailing with both you on many occasions without charging you extra. I am disappointed with your review but I understand that you are bitter. Please do not take it out on me as I have done everything in my power to help you (and I have the records to prove it).
David Inpyo Lee's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. GREAT and TRUSTWORTHY ATTORNEY! He has extensive experience in immigration law and has resolved numerous difficult cases."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. I've taken the time to review a number of Mr. Lee's answers and have always found them to be well informed as well as demonstrating a keen insight into the law. I am very confident that he provides zealous representation on behalf of his clients."
"David Lee is among the most dedicated attorneys in his fields of immigration law and personal injury. Client communications are returned promptly, his work is precise and detailed, he keeps clients fully informed of their options and progress, and he never hesitates to assist with any inquiries. His charisma and genuinely helpful mentality is only surpassed by his superior working knowledge of the law. Given the regular changes adopted by USCIS and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as well as the dynamic process by which applications are submitted and approved, the nuances of immigration law have become increasingly complex, both procedurally and substantively. David Lee expends significant personal time and effort to keep abreast of the lastest developments so that he can provide his clients with the best representation and updated information. It is this type of knowledge, experience, trust, honesty and diligence by which all persons should expect from their lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I interned for David while I was in law school and returned to work with him after becoming a licensed attorney. His work is impeccable and he is knowledgeable not only in the personal injury field but also has 10+ years of experience in the immigration field. Unlike most attorneys out there, he is one of the most loyal and selfless individuals I know, and he is extremely dedicated to his clients and profession."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. This lawyer has wealth of experience."
"Mr. Lee serves his clients with care and compassion. He pours all his effort into his cases and is diligent in following up on all matters. He is professional and courteous."
"David's passion and dedication to his profession, coupled with his work ethic, allows him to zealously represent his clients and obtain favorable results."
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Experience
Honors
2008
Gratitude Award, Nanoom Christian Fellowship
1988
Best Director, AWANA Children's Mission
Work Experience
2008 - 2009
President, Law Offices of David Inpyo Lee
2004 - 2007
Managing Partner, Lee & Bardavid
1999 - 2003
Managing Partner, Lee & Chou
Associations
1999 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1998 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Associationmember
Sample of Legal Cases
Young Ik Choi v. USCIS
Client becomes a permanent resident
K M Ha vs. USCIS
Client was approved for E2 status along with her family
Yasuhiro Morii vs. USCIS
Client and his family were approved for H-1B status
Ik Tae Kim vs. USCIS
Client granted voluntary departure
Umana vs. USCIS (department of homeland security)
processing
Kim vs. Home Depot USA, Inc.
won
Wilson v. Kazi (Disney)
processing
Kim v. Silver
processing
Yoon v. Republic Services, Inc.
processing
Dubovsky v Brown, et al
processing
Hwang v Kim
settled
Meepueak v Kim, Skin Rejuve
processing
Choe v Miller (City of LA, Metro)
processing
Mendoza v McFadden (Sterling Ins.)
processing
Education
1998
Loyola University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
University of Southern California
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Korean Professional Interpreters
Immigration Issues: Focus on Removal/Deportation
2010
Korea Central Daily
Immigration Consulting
2005
Hanmi Bank E2 Investor Summit
E2 Investor Visa Qualifications and Process
Publications
2010
Korea Daily
Full Refund of Attorney Fees for Immigration Cases if Unapproved
2004
Korea Central Daily
Steps to obtain an employment visa
2004
Korea Central Daily
Investor's Visa Rights
2003
Korea Times
Employment Based Green Cards
2002
Korea Times
Employment Visas
Languages
Korean
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Im a citizen and my husband an immigrant we want to know how much will it cost to fix him papers and what we have to do?
26 Aug 2010
Q&A
Is it possible to cancel I- 134 Affidavit of Support for F-1 visa?
18 Aug 2010
Q&A
Can I sue my attorney if he has failed to protect our interest?
17 Aug 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
E Visa
25 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
EB5 Investor's Green Card
25 Aug 2010
Legal Guide
EB5 Regional Center Investor Green Card III
25 Aug 2010