Peter Min-Su Kyung

Peter Min-Su Kyung

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Immigration Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Immigration

730 Alhambra Blvd, Ste 210, Sacramento, CA

About Peter

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Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Immigration 100%

Family-based, employment-based, and humanitarian-based immigration attorney.

15 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

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Location

916-306-1103

730 Alhambra Blvd, Ste 210, Sacramento, CA, 95816

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Peter Min-Su Kyung's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

290 Client Reviews

Showing 126 - 130 of 161 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Matt | October 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

A great experience with an exceptional immigration attorney

I rarely write reviews, but the experience my wife and I had working with Peter Kyung and his team was so exceptional that it deserves to be shared. We worked with Peter on my wife's K1 visa and her green card. This was a long and complicated process, but Peter thoroughly prepared us for every st...ep and made sure that we didn't run into any problems. We were endlessly impressed by his responsiveness (he replied to most of our emails in a matter of minutes), attention to detail, and thoughtfulness. You really do feel that he cares personally about his clients, and it shows in his work. His colleagues were also outstanding, particularly Jennifer Chavez. We're looking forward to working with Peter again in a few years when it's time to file for the I-751, and really can't recommend him enough.

Posted by Jerry | September 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

The Best Immigration Lawyer

I normally do not write reviews, but in this case it is a pleasure to do so. Simply put, Peter Kyung is fantastic! My case was a spousal based green card application. I had considered filing the application myself. It didn’t seem too hard. But as I did more research I quickly came to the conclu...sion that it was more complicated than I had originally thought. The danger was not in what I knew but in what I did not know that I did not know. I needed a lawyer. I have worked all over the world in my job and have worked with many different attorneys to solve business and regulatory problems, but I have never met an attorney like Peter. Peter is a founding partner of Carson & Kyung, a dynamic and growing law firm in Sacramento. His speciality is immigration law. He is very busy, yet from my very first meeting with him I felt like to him I was the most important person in the world. He explained the application process, told me what documents he needed and gave me a realistic assessment of the timelines for each step. He was quickly available by phone or email whenever I needed him. From the very beginning I knew I had made the right choice. Peter and his staff know how to build a file that persuasively shows compliance with the law and regulations. My application and supporting documents was 281 pages. And that was supplemented with another 108 pages submitted during my interview. The green card was approved shortly after the interview. Peter is a talented lawyer and an extremely honest and decent man. Thanks for everything, Peter! Nina and I are very grateful for your help.

Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Excellent work!!

There are no words to describe what a wonderful immigration lawyer Peter is. Applying for a citizenship with a couple of records had always seemed to be a daunting homework that I needed to complete someday. I had been very reluctant to tackle it though with a fear of rejection and strong sense of sh...ame I lived with many years. When I saw great reviews of Peter as a person and his work as an immigration lawyer, I finally decided to get over it and start a journey with him. Peter is not only very knowledgeable, but also very honest and thorough. He knows exactly what can or can’t be done so he approaches his cases from a practical sense rather than giving his clients false hope. He will prepare you very thoroughly so that you don’t get surprises later, which was actually very comforting and made me feel better equipped before going to the interview. He is very good with communication. He is very responsive and always responded to my emails very promptly. He is a person with a humble heart. He establishes a close rapport with his clients, which I feel is one of his many strengths. After almost a year and a half journey with him, I can confidently say now I am a US citizen. I can’t thank Peter enough about helping me and encouraging me to make it to the finish line strong. I will highly recommend him to anyone I care about including my friends and family.

Posted by Mandeep | July 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Naturalization

Peter is a person of working diligently with the clients for their success and very professional. Highly recommend him for immigration problems. I am so proud to say that I will again hire him if I need to. He is such a brilliant and a very good human being. Always encourage the clients to ask questi...ons anytime, He is also handling my daughter's naturalization case and I am very sure that case will be a success as well. We are Blessed to have him as our Advocate. Thank you Peter and your Staff.

Posted by Archit | June 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration

Someone you can trust in to do everything possible to make you successful

I met Peter when I was in desperate need of some guidance and support for my naturalization application. I had previously been denied for my citizenship due to a DUI conviction. I could not afford to wait for 5 years before re-applying, as I am planning to get married to my fiancée who lives abroad. ... I figured it would be best for me to get some help to ensure I have a very strong case. I met a few attorney’s prior but as once I had my initial meeting with Peter, I knew he was the one. He was very friendly, calm, and provided detailed explanation to every questions and concerns of mine. He was very assuring and someone I felt I could immediately trust in. He did not jump into my case by trying to submit it as soon as possible (which is what the other attorneys told me), but instead he gave me detailed instructions on what we need to do together to build a very strong case. I followed his instructions and his checklist to prepare the exact documents that we needed for my case. He was very clear, concise and it was easy to tell that the case mattered to him and he cared about its success. Which was the most important thing I was looking for in an attorney. We prepared the application and all of my supporting documents to prove that I was a persona with good moral character, despite my DUI conviction. We submitted the complete application after a thorough review by Peter to ensure everything was accurate. We then waited for the interview notice. Peter was always there to answer any of my questions. He would always respond within minutes, even on weekends. He would provide very valuable answers, sometimes to those questions that were not even related to my naturalization case. He seriously is a gem of a guy. He prepared me thoroughly for my interview and was right by my side supporting me during the interview. He made me feel comfortable and confident, and together we came out with an approval letter. I am now scheduled for my oath ceremony in 2 weeks and I cannot thank Peter enough. I would recommend Peter to anyone who wants not only a very intelligent and smart attorney, but a friend that will understand you and care about your case. He is very passionate about what he does and his attention to details helps build the strongest of cases that are highly likely to be successful. I am extremely thankful for Peter and his services and I will be forever grateful for what he has done for me and my family. I look forward to working with him to help with my fiancée visa. If there is anyone that I can trust in to bring the love of my life close to me, then it would be Peter.

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Peter Min-Su Kyung's Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Chong

Immigration lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Friend

"Peter Kyung is a trustworthy and sincere attorney who puts his clients interests before anything else. Mr. Kyung makes himself personally available and represents clients cases as if it was his own. Mr. Kyung has vast knowledge and experience in diverse areas of law, while being an expert in the areas of Immigration and Business Law. I have full confidence and would endorse Peter Kyung without hesitation."

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Sami Goel

Immigration lawyer | Jul 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is a very bright, thoughtful, and caring attorney who sets client interests and results above everything else. Such priorities is especially important for immigration clients who require quick action in sometimes very challenging situations. I have the utmost confidence in Peter."

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Adison Kingsley

Unknown lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Ogden

Immigration lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kyung is highly knowledgeable and professional attorney. He is an excellent choice for immigration law."

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Cer Carson

Immigration lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with lawyer for quite some time and can honestly say he truly cares about all of his clients. He becomes emotionally involved in each client's case and works closely with all of them to ensure their success in the immigration realm. I highly recommend this immigration attorney for anyone needing assistance under U.S. Immigration Laws."

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Daniel Wigon

Immigration lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Peter wrote a fantastic 9th circuit appeals brief for a mutual client. I'd recommend him to anyone."

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Thomas Baker

Immigration lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Thyberg

Business lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter is a skilled and thoughtful business attorney. I always look to Peter's law blog to stay informed on developing areas in business law."

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Jonathan Durham

Immigration lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Peter Kyung for over five years. I've seen his dedication time and again. He is an attorney who cares about his clients. He will work diligently on your case to reach the best outcome possible. As a result, he consistently attains great results for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Ned Ng

Business lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter and Trevor of Carson and Kyung are two great attorneys who excel at representing local businesses in all areas of transaction and business litigation. Highly recommended."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Grant Toeppen

Business lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Peter Kyung's attention to detail, care for his clients, and high quality work product set him apart from other lawyers I have worked with."

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Lora Grevious

Litigation lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Peter Kyung is the epitome of dedication and professionalism. I would highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance. He has a reputation for consistency, kindness, and tenacity that is well deserved."

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Oscar Rojas-Fuentes

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Adison Kingsley

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Daniel Ogden

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Justin Chong

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Cer Carson

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Thomas Baker

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Daniel Wigon

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Peter Thyberg

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Sami Goel

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Jonathan Durham

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2017

10 Best Immigration Attorneys for California, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2017

Top 3 Immigration Lawyers in Sacramento, Three Best Rated

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

10 Best Immigration Attorneys for California, American Institute of Legal Counsel

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Roger J. Traynor Honor Society, Roger J. Traynor Honor Society

2011

Dean's List, University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

2010

Witkin Award for Academic Excellence, Witkin Legal Institute at Thomson Reuters

2010

Dean's List, University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law

Work Experience

2020 - Present

Attorney, KILO Immigration - Kyung Immigration Law Office, A Professional Law Corporation

2012 - 2020

Attorney/Shareholder, Carson & Kyung, A Law Corporation

2011 - 2011

Law Clerk, Jones Day

2010 - 2011

Certified Law Student, CLS - Immigration Clinic

2010 - 2010

Certified Law Student, CLS - Victims Clinic

2010 - 2011

Victims Resource and Referral Staff Member, Victims of Crime Resource Center

2010 - 2010

Legal Interpreter/Translator, CLS - Family Law Clinic

2010 - 2010

Legal Intern, Office of the California Attorney General

2009 - 2009

Law Clerk, UC Davis Health Systems – Legal Affairs Department

Associations

2012 - Present

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

2012 - Present

American Immigration Laws Association (Northern California Chapter)

Member

2012 - Present

Christian Legal Society

Member

2012 - Present

Christian Legal Society of Northern California

Member

2016 - 2019

Immigration Law Section - Sacramento County Bar Association

Co-Founder

2012 - 2018

Sacramento County Bar Association, Lawyer Referral and Information Service Committee

Chair

2012 - 2018

Sacramento County Bar Association

Board Member

2012 - 2016

Asian Pacific Bar Association of Sacramento

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Too many cases to document

Success

Naturalization

Success

Adjustment of Status - Green Card

Success

Business Acquisition

Closed and assets transferred.

K-1 Fiance Visa - Iran

Approval

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

Approved

Naturalization

Approved

Naturalization

Success

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

Success

Business Litigation - Defense

Successful defense

Business Dispute

Successful defense

Asylum - Serbia

Approved

Business Litigation

Successful law and motion application defense.

Green Card - Adjustment of Status

Approved

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Education

2011

McGeorge SOL Univ of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

2007

Univ of California Davis

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

2015

2015

Legal Practice Bootcamp Nuts and Bolts of Filing Pleadings

2014

Q&A on Immigration Policy

Immigration

2012

Small Business Roundtable

Business Entities

2012

Small Business Roundtable

Business and Immigration Law

2012

Carson & Kyung, ALC w/ The Art Institute of Sacramento

Starting a business: the high cost of damage control vs. the low cost of preventative measures

Publications

2015

Carson & Kyung Law Blog Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Issues

2014

2014

Carson & Kyung Law Blog President Obama’s Immigration Action

2014

Carson & Kyung Law Blog New Deferred Action Policies

2014

Carson & Kyung Law Blog 3-Year DACA Approvals Begin

2013

Carson & Kyung Law Blog I-601A Provisional Waiver

2013

2013

2013

Carson & Kyung Law Blog USCIS Implementation of DOMA Ruling

2012

Carson & Kyung Law Blog Legal Issues in the Sharing Economy

2012

Carson & Kyung Law Blog K-1 to Adjustment of Status Process

2012

Languages

English

Activity

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