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Biography
I will aggressively represent you and get you the settlement or result that you deserve in your case. I will handle your claim from beginning to end and am willing to litigate the case to completion of the jury trial. I have jury trial and bench trial experience and I am willing to take the case all the way if necessary.
Aggressive and skilled Personal Injury Attorney. No recovery, no fee
Working to protect your rights from an abusive employer
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
35%
Employment and Labor
20%
Litigation
15%
Personal Injury
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2013
2013
Licenses
Licensed in California for 15 years
State: California
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Richard Kim PC
6131 Orangethorpe Ave., Suite 370, Buena Park, CA, 90620
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3435 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1585, Los Angeles, CA, 90010
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Posted by Michael | May 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Extremely thorough!
Richard Kim has been a tremendous help to me guiding me through my entire legal process. I was pulled over for a DUI back in October and was at a loss for what to do despite doing my own research as far as the next steps I should take. Contacting Richard was the best decision that I made as he made t...
Posted by Rocio E | May 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Kind and assertive lawyer that got me settlement
Mr Kim was very responsive and got me a fair settlement when I got hit as I was parked in my vehicle. More importantly, he found a holistic doctor that my oncologist approved as I was beginning chemotherapy treatment when the accident happened I have recommended Mr Kim to anyone who's asked for a g...
Posted by Daniel | December 03, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Excellent DUI Attorney
Excellent DUI attorney. Aggressively represented me in Court and promptly returned my calls and answered any questions that I had.
Posted by Marc | October 29, 2013 | DUI & DWI
Excellent attorney, Thank you Richard
I was going home from a 4th of July party and was stopped by the police. I blew a .08 and was arrested for DUI. A friend recommended me to KW law firm and Mr. Kim handled my case. He was able to get the charges reduced from a DUI to a reckless driving charge. He was very professional promptly returni...
Posted by anonymous | November 04, 2024
Disappointing and poor guidance
My recent consultation with Kim was profoundly disappointing and unproductive. Despite my hopes for insightful guidance, I encountered a disconcerting lack of expertise and actionable advice. The lawyer demonstrated only a cursory understanding of my legal concerns, offering vague and general respons...
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"Well versed and has solid experience in DUI/DWI law. Other strong practice areas include criminal defense, landlord/tenant, and foreclosure matters."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Orange County Korean American Bar Association
2015
California's 10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2013
Top Contributor, AVVO
2013
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Law Offices of Richard Kim
2013 - 2014
Attorney, KW Law Group
2011 - 2013
Associate Attorney, Albertson Law
2009 - 2010
Attorney / Law Clerk, Ezer Williamson Law
2008 - 2009
Certified Law Clerk, San Diego County District Attorney's Office
2007 - 2007
Law Clerk, Office Of City Attorney, City Of Los Angeles
Associations
2010 - Present
State Bar of Californiamember
2017 - 2018
Orange County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral CommitteeDirector
2015 - 2017
Orange County Korean American Bar AssociationVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Kim v. Wassil
Favorable Settlement for Client
Pak v. Pledger
Favorable Settlement for Client
Brown-Allen v. Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Favorable settlement for client
Bahk v. Willis
Settlement in my client's favor
DUI Dismissal
Dismissal
DUI Reduced to Reckless Driving
reduced charge
Got a Suspended License Back for Client
US Bank v Ellis
Judgment obtained in favor of my client
U.S. Bank v Duarte
Judgment in favor of my client
Education
2009
Univ of San Diego SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
Univ of California Irvine
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
OCKABA Installation Dinner
Foreword to the Keynote Speaker Carol Lam
Languages
Korean
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Richard earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens if you are in a car accident with no insurance?
09 Jun 2017
Q&A
How can I get these medical bills cleared?
06 Jun 2017
Q&A
Do I need an attorney if my truck was hit and totalled by a driver who admitted fault? Am I entitled to a rental car company?
06 Jun 2017