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Biography
Elizabeth Kim joined Lanzone Morgan, LLP as a law clerk in August 2022 and became an attorney for the firm in November of the same year. Raised with three younger brothers in a close-knit family, Elizabeth learned the importance of being a voice for the voiceless from an early age. After her younger brother was diagnosed with cancer, she became painfully aware of the corporate greed that pervades our healthcare system. This experience ignited her passion for advocating for those in need, particularly vulnerable populations like the elderly.
At Lanzone Morgan, Elizabeth has found an ideal platform to combat this corporate greed and champion the rights of elder abuse victims. Fueled by the belief that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity, Elizabeth continues to fight for the rights of her elderly clients, who have often been overlooked and abused by those responsible for taking care of them.
After graduating from the University of California, Berkeley, in 2018 with a B.A. in political science, she attended Chapman University, Dale E. Fowler School of Law on a merit scholarship. While in law school, Elizabeth earned the 2022 Frank Simpson III Scholarship for Excellence in Advocacy, thanks to her success on the Mock Trial, Moot Court, and Alternative Dispute Resolution teams. She also served as the Competitions Chair for both the Moot Court Board and the Mock Trial Team and earned CALI Awards for achieving the highest grades in Evidence, Trial Practice, and Contract Drafting.
In addition to her work at Lanzone Morgan, LLP, Elizabeth actively volunteers with Chapman’s law school competition teams and coaches aspiring lawyers. Elizabeth was motivated to volunteer after the sudden passing of her mentor and favorite professor. She hopes to continue her professor’s legacy of passionate advocacy and integrity. Recognized for her dedication and accomplishments, Elizabeth has been named a Super Lawyers Rising Star for 2025 and featured in the Top 100 Verdicts in Los Angeles in 2023, Top 100 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2024, Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in Los Angeles in 2024, and Top 50 Verdicts in Los Angeles in 2024.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
60%
3 years
Personal Injury
20%
3 years
Wrongful Death
20%
3 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
35%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in California for 3 years
State: California
Acquired: 2022
No misconduct found
Location
Lanzone Morgan, LLP
356 Redondo Avenue, Long Beach, CA, 90814
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Elizabeth Marley In Wha Kim's Reviews
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Posted by James | December 9, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
We're truly grateful! We can't thank them enough!
My name is James Doherty Jr. After learning about my late Dad, James Doherty Sr's bedsores that have been neglected, which had reached a Stage 4 pressure ulcer and had not been reported to the family, my wife, Ofelia Doherty, researched bedsores and stumbled upon Lanzone Morgan law firm. We were ble...
Posted by Roxane | January 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Nursing home abuse case
Attorney Kim was incredibly compassionate and dedicated to our case, providing clear explanations throughout the complex legal process of our home nursing negligence lawsuit. They thoroughly investigated the situation, effectively presented our evidence, and fought tirelessly to secure a fair settlem...
Posted by Rhonda | May 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Choose Lanzone & Morgan
I am the daughter of a United States Air Force veteran who served his country with honor and pride. My father deserves comfort peace and great care in his senior years, unfortunately he's been neglected and rendered pain in a nursing hone. I thank God for a caring and supportive attorney Elizabeth K...
Posted by Ethan | May 13, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Go To Attorney for Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect
Elizabeth is an incredibly smart, hard working, and effective litigator in Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Cases. I've worked with her personally and professionally and highly recommend her for her diligence, work ethic, and persuasion. I would certainly want her on my side of the courtroom.
Elizabeth Marley In Wha Kim's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the privilege of working with Elizabeth Kim on numerous elder abuse and personal injury cases. She is an outstanding attorney. She is compassionate with her clients, but she is also a fierce advocate for them at the same time. Barely one year after obtaining her law license, Elizabeth tried a case in front of a jury in downtown Los Angeles and obtained a 2.3 million dollar verdict in an elder abuse case against a nursing home on behalf of a neglected nursing home resident. Elizabeth gets results for her clients. Not only do I endorse her as an attorney, but I encourage people to call her if they or a loved one has been a victim of elder abuse or neglect in a nursing home."
"It's a privilege to work alongside Elizabeth in representing victims of nursing home neglect and abuse. I am inspired by Elizabeth's passion, dedication, and skill as she fights tirelessly to achieve justice for elders and their loved ones."
Christopher Petersen
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Sep 09
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. She is relentless in pursuing accountability and has earned a reputation for securing meaningful results for clients."
Anthony Lanzone
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Oct 18
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Elizabeth is one of the best up and coming litigators in California. Within her first 14 months of practice, she secured her fist multimillion dollar verdict. I am honored to have been able to work with her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Elizabeth is a tireless litigator. She is always scrupulously prepared. She cares deeply about her clients. She is truly an excellent lawyer and will do great things in the years to come."
John-Patrick Mullen-Lujan
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | May 29
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Elizabeth is a testament to the legal profession. She works hard to get the best result for her clients, while also maintaining good relationships with opposing counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Elizabeth is a fantastic lawyer who truly cares about the clients."
Christopher Petersen
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer
John Bishop
Health care lawyer
Anthony Lanzone
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer
Andrew Kim
Lawsuits and disputes lawyer
John-Patrick Mullen-Lujan
Criminal defense lawyer
Reza Sobati
Litigation lawyer
Ayman Mourad
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer
Suzanne Voas
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2025
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Number 1 Elder Abuse Verdict in California in 2024, TopVerdict
2024
Number 1 Elder Abuse Verdict in Los Angeles in 2024, TopVerdict
2024
Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in Los Angeles in 2024, TopVerdict
2024
Top 100 Personal Injury Verdicts in California in 2024, TopVerdict
2024
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2024
Top 50 Verdicts in Los Angeles in 2024, TopVerdict
2023
Top 100 Verdicts in Los Angeles in 2023, TopVerdict
2022
Frank Simpson III Scholarship for Excellence in Advocacy, Chapman University School of Law
2022
Regional Champion of Client Counseling Competition, American Bar Association
2022
Top 10 Best Advocate at Regional NAAC, American Bar Association
2022
Professional Football Negotiation Competition, Finalist, Tulane University Law School
2021
Top 10 Best Advocate at Regional NAAC, American Bar Association
2021
Gold Award in Mediation, Singapore International Mediation Institute
2021
Highest Class Grade in Practice Foundation Transactions, Chapman University School of Law
2021
Highest Class Grade in Trial Practice, Chapman University School of Law
2020
Golden Gavel Moot Court Competition, Plaintiff Winner, Chapman University School of Law
2020
Highest Class Grade in Evidence, Chapman University School of Law
2019
Merit Scholarship, Chapman University School of Law
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Associate Attorney, Lanzone Morgan LLP
2022 - 2022
Post-Bar Law Clerk, Lanzone Morgan LLP
2021 - 2021
Law Clerk, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office
2020 - 2020
Legal Case Administrator, HIV Litigation
Associations
2025 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2025 - Present
Consumer Attorneys Association of Los AngelesMember
2025 - Present
Consumer Attorneys of CaliforniaMember
2024 - Present
American Association for Justice, Appellate Practice Litigation GroupMember
2024 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2023 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2023 - Present
United States District Court - Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted
2023 - Present
American Association for Justice, Nursing Homes Litigation GroupMember
2022 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Doherty v. Alameda Healthcare & Wellness Center LLC, et al.
Jury Verdict - $7,637,000
Miller v. Alerislife, et al. (Cal. Ct. App., Sept. 2024)
Issue decided in favor of Miller
Harrod v. County Oaks Partners, LLC (2024) 15 Cal.5th 939
Issue decided in favor of Harrod
Jentz v. Country Villa Wilshire Convalescent Center, et al.
Jury Verdict - $2,342,800
Lawrence Eber v. Veterans Care Coordination, LLC
Jury Verdict - $444,817
Education
2022
Chapman University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2018
University of California - Berkeley
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2024
Mock Trial Workshop
Preparing a Case
Publications
2024
2021
Diversity and Social Justice Forum
Chinese Ethnic Enclave in San Francisco
Languages
English