Dean Dukhyun Paik

Dean Dukhyun Paik

also known as Dean Paik

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 39 years

Litigation Lawyer at San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

311 California St Fl 10, San Francisco, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 39 years

State: California

Acquired: 1986

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Location

Rogers Joseph O'Donnell

311 California St Fl 10, San Francisco, CA, 94104-2614

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent Lawyer!

I hired Dean for my legal matters, when the Landlord, seller, and broker teamed up to scam us. Dean was hardworking, and he worked very hard to help us get a good result out of our case. He was very kind to the client, and understood our perspective of the problems as well. I would definitely recomme...nd Dean for cases like this. He is a hardworking, intelligent, and very determined.

Posted by anonymous | July 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Superb Advocate

Dean was recommended to me through a trusted colleague of his, Joseph McGowan, at an extremely trying time. His tremendous knowledge, experience, wisdom, professionalism and impeccable dedication to his client meant saw me through a very difficult period in my life. Don't know where things would be... without him.

Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Tax

Strong Lawyer and Partner During tough time

I hired Dean for a legal matter involving my former company. Dean worked hard to understand what I was going through personally and made the effort to try to convince the company that I had righted my wrongs. Dean always answered my phone calls, e-mails, texts, and was able to explain the worst and ...best case scenarios for me. Dean has a strong background in tax and white crime laws and was able to be a strong advocate and council for me during a tough period in my life.

Posted by Mike | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney

BEST DECISION I MADE

Dean is a true professional and possess a high degree of integrity. Not only is Dean trustworthy and reliable, he is genuine in his approach and strives for the best outcome for his clients. While working with Dean, I appreciated his level of transparency in every communication made to me. I have tru...e confidence in Dean and would not hesitate to hire him again. Thank you Dean for your excellent service.

Posted by Brian | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Financial Markets and Services

Extremely knowledgeable & responsive, Dean was a great advisor

I hired Dean for his help in a securities matter. His background was perfect and he has decades of experience in the field as well as within the government agencies. Personally I enjoyed spending time with Dean and learning from his vast experience. The thing that struck me most though was how incred...ibly responsive he was in every form of communication. He was always well prepared, and always showed tremendous respect and concern for my situation. Hiring Dean was the best money I could have spent under the circumstances. I'd hire him again in an instant and I'm Happy to be a reference for him.

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2009

Northern California Super Lawyer, San Francisco Magazine; Law & Politics

2008

Northern California Super Lawyer, San Francisco Magazine; Law & Politics

2007

Northern California Super Lawyer, San Francisco Magazine; Law & Politics

2006

Northern California Super Lawyer, San Francisco Magazine; Law & Politics

2005

Northern California Super Lawyer, San Francisco Magazine; Law & Politics

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Director, co-Chair of the White Collar Criminal Defense Group, Rogers Joseph O'Donnell, P.C.

2009 - 2013

Special Counsel to Assistant Attorney General, U.S. Department Of Justice Tax Division

1989 - 1992

Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Attorney's Office Hawaii

1986 - 1989

Senior Trial Attorney, U.S. Department Of Justice, Tax Division

Associations

2008 - 2009

Bar Association of San Francisco, Litigation Section

Member

1997 - 1999

Korean American Bar Association of Northern California

President

Sample of Legal Cases

In re SEC investigation of Insider Trading at Various Technology Companies

No enforcement action filed

In re government investigation of embezzlement at technology company

No charges brought

In re IRS penalties for failure to report financial accounts

IRS reduced penalties by 80 percent.

In re government investigation of false statements in connection with reconstruction of outfall project

No charges filed

In re government investigation of failure to report financial transactions with prohibited foreign entities

No charges filed

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Education

1986

University of California, Berkeley - School of Law

J.D.

1983

Cornell University

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Speaking Engagements

2017

National Asian Pacific American Bar Association annual conference

Bitcoin and Electronic Currency in 2017

2017

CAL CPA monthly meeting

Overseas Tax Enforcement: Guidance to Mitigate Client Tax Penalties and Criminal Prosecution

2016

The Knowledge Group

Emerging Issues: Are You Prepared for the Upcoming FATCA Compliance Deadlines for Non-U.S. Financial Institutions?

2016

The Knowledge Group

The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act -- An Update in 2016

2016

International Association of Korean Lawyers annual conference

The FCPA and Worldwide Anti-Corruption Enforcement: Trends, Challenges, and Best Practices

2016

Bar Association of San Francisco

Planning For The Next Panama Papers: Effective Representation of Clients Facing Exposure for Undisclosed Assets

2016

Associated General Contractors

A Contractor's Nightmare: What To Do In A Criminal Investigation

2015

The Knowledge Group

FATCA for Foreign Bank Registration and Non-US Funds in 2015

2015

Taxpayers Against Fraud Conference

Best Practices for IRS, SEC and CFTC Whistleblower Practitioners

2014

International Association of Korean Lawyers

Disclosure Requirements for Foreign Companies and Individuals under Tax Laws in Korea and in the U.S.

2014

Bar Association of San Francisco

FATCA: The World of Tax Compliance is Getting Smaller

2014

Bar Association of San Francisco

Credit Suisse: Too Big to Jail?

Publications

2014

California Broker, Life Insurance How FATCA Will Affect Brokers Dealing with Foreign Insurers and Agents

2014

Risk & Insurance FATCA Adds to Brokers’ Compliance Burden: Brokers prepare to comply with FATCA even as they seek exemption from the law's foreign insurance requirements
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