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Andrea Rae Kim
About Andrea
Biography
I knew that I was destined to be a criminal defense attorney at seven years old when my mother told me that I should be a lawyer because I argue so much. Throughout my life, I watched people I loved get chewed up and spit out by the criminal justice system and that cemented my passion for defending those accused of crimes in our complicated court system.
I studied Political Science and Criminal Justice at Washington State University. I then attended Seattle University School of Law to fulfill my dreams of becoming a criminal defense attorney. During law school I interned with the Associated Counsel for the Accused, a public defender agency in King County. I then interned with the Honorable Wesley St. Clair in the King County Juvenile Court as a clerk. I finished my final year as an intern with the Federal Public Defenders office in the Western District of Washington. I also received the highest grade in the class for Evidence at Seattle University School of Law and am an expert on evidence issues in trial.
I have been practicing criminal defense since I graduated from law school. I am committed to practicing in this area forever because I thoroughly enjoy helping my clients and their families navigate the complicated and scary charges against them. In my first job as a lawyer, I worked for Feldman and Lee primarily handling municipal public defense contracts. I have also taken private cases ranging in severity from as a simple shoplifting case to a felony drug case and everything in between. I gained invaluable experience as a public defender handling thousands of cases and taking many cases to trial. I have handled hundreds of domestic violence cases and DUI’s. My expertise on these cases caused me to become the trial trainer for all of the new associates hired by the firm.
After leaving Feldman and Lee, I became a partner with Choi Capital Law running the Criminal Law Department before joining the team at Gause Law Offices, PLLC. At Choi Capital Law, I handled many domestic violence cases and resolved every single one of those cases with some sort of dismissal. In the only trial during that time period, I received a deadlocked jury verdict which led the prosecutor to dismiss the charges against my client. I also handled multiple felony cases and resolved every felony down to a misdemeanor or less.
Now an attorney at Gause Law Offices, I continue to take pride in diligently preparing every case I handle. I start every case by making sure that my clients fully understand the charges against them, the potential consequences, the steps and process the case will go through, and, most importantly, what matters most to my client in resolving the case. I then review the discovery with a fine tooth comb and make sure to interview every witness or party to the case. I always prepare my cases for trial even though a vast majority of cases resolve prior to trial, my preparedness helps to get my clients the best resolutions possible through informed negotiations. I have won trials and had hundreds of cases dismissed for my clients that are innocent. I have also helped hundreds of clients get a better deal that resulted in them getting treatment or help for the issues causing their criminal behavior instead of jail time. There is no criminal case that would not benefit from the assistance of a compassionate, thorough, and aggressive defense attorney’s representation.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
12 years | 3,000 cases
Juvenile Law
40%
12 years | 150 cases
DUI and DWI
10%
12 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 12 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
ARK Law
22520 SE 218th Street, Maple Valley, WA, 98038
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Posted by Ricky | October 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Choice !
I'm not experienced with law, but at our first meeting Andrea listened patiently and communicated so I clearly understood our plan. Andrea kept me updated by phone and text regularly. She extended her commitment with me to finish the job! Andrea was able to win my case successfully!
Posted by anonymous | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Phenomenal Attorney
Andrea Kim is by far one of the best attorneys I have worked with. She is thoughtful, caring, and highly knowledgeable about the law. From the minute I hired Andrea, she explained and guided me through the process. She remained diligent and proactive to get my case resolved as quickly as possible,...
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly recommended
Andrea represented me in case where I was accused of assaulting two minors. The case went to trial and I was acquitted of all charges. It was a stressful experience, and I was happy to have Andrea on my side. Her preparation was thorough. She left no stone uncovered during her investigation pre...
Posted by Jo Ann L. | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Simply the best
Andrea Kim was recommended by a friend of mine. She took my case and work hard and never left one stone unturned we nicknamed her "THE SHARK" because Andrea loves a challenge.. I never had any faith in the judicial system until Andrea Kim came into my life and helped me through a difficult situation ...
Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent lawyer
Andrea is a well-prepared, detail-oriented lawyer with a heart. She started working on my case immediately after our consultation and we ended up winning after a single court appearance. She walked me through the anxiety of stepping into a courtroom for the first time and is the type of lawyer you wa...
Andrea Rae Kim's Lawyer Endorsements
"Andrea is a fierce advocate for her clients. As a former prosecutor who had cases with her as opposing counsel, I can tell you that she leaves no stone unturned and obtains phenomenal results for her clients."
"Andrea is a delightful colleague who is a tenacious yet caring advocate for her clients. I have learned much from Andrea in my own practice, and I would recommend her to anyone to defend rights in court."
"I endorse Andrea! I have referred clients to her. She is passionate about criminal defense, is hard-working, and she is very personable."
"Andrea Kim is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. She has an outstanding knowledge of the law and she will be a great new addition to the Gause law office."
"Andrea Kim is an exceptional criminal defense and DUI attorney. I have seen hard represent clients with difficult cases, against challenging opponents, and achieve a successful outcome. Andrea knows the law and the courts, and she has the experience to guide her clients through the process. I strongly endorse this attorney."
"Andrea is smart, thorough, and tenacious. She is definitely someone I trust and someone I refer cases to frequently!"
"Andrea is an exceptional advocate. Time after time, she obtains huge results for her clients. Often, this means complete dismissal of serious cases. She is one of the most bright, hard working and conscientious attorneys that I've ever met. Her clients admire her for her compassion, communication, and thoroughness. She leaves no stone unturned to ensure her clients receive the best result possible. I've seen Andrea be an advocate in trial, and she is a fierce opponent to any prosecutor, handedly winning pretrial motions against the most seasoned trial lawyers. If I were ever in trouble, Andrea would be the first person I call."
"I have had the pleasure of both working alongside Andrea in criminal defense, and opposing her in criminal cases. She is a smart and tough criminal defense attorney who really cares about making sure her client's understand their options, making wise choices, and understanding the whole criminal process. I respect being able to work well with her as opposing counsel in a tough and ethical way."
"If a close friend or their child ever found themselves accused of a crime, I'd call Andrea Kim in a heartbeat. Ms. Kim is extremely detail-oriented and approaches each case holistically, with a sensitivity to who you are and what is most important to you as you make your way through your criminal case. She values fostering strong relationships with members of the legal community to assist you in achieving the optimal outcome. I strongly endorse Andrea, and believe hiring her for your case is one of the wisest things you can do for yourself if you're facing criminal charges."
"Andrea is tough as nails in the courtroom. An excellent advocate for her clients, Andrea will leave no stone unturned in your defense. Trial savvy, an excellent researcher, and with a breadth of experience in criminal law and juvenile law, I do not hesitate one moment to endorse Andrea Kim. She will get the job done and ensure you get the best possible defense there is."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Order of the Barristers, National Order of the Barristers
2012
CALI Excellence for the Future Award, The Center for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Owner/ Managing Partner, ARK Law
2017 - 2019
Attorney, Gause Law Offices
2016 - 2017
Partner, Choi Capital Law
2013 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Feldman and Lee
Associations
2018 - Present
Covington Networking GroupMember
2017 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Washington Defender AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
Education
2013
Seattle University School of Law
JD
2009
Washington State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
Washington State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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Can my son be charged in adult court for 3rd degree theft for something he did at age 17?
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