I began my legal career at Buckley and Associates in 1999 as a case manager, and later a legal assistant. Inspired by my mentor, Mr. James Buckley, giving voice to individuals that could not be ignored in their fights against the insurance industries, I followed in Mr. Buckley’s footsteps and earned my Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Oregon School of Law. While in law school, I served as a senior editor for the Oregon Review of International Law, a member of the Moot Court Board, and a judicial extern for the Honorable John V. Acosta, United States District Court, District of Oregon.
I returned to Buckley & Associates as a litigation attorney handling personal injury claims fighting insurance companies that are reluctant to fairly compensate those that are hurt through no fault of their own. I feel fortunate in being able to connect with and advocate for my clients, particularly based on my own experience of having difficulty communicating when I first came to the United States and could not speak English. I also feel fortunate in being allowed to attend Trial Lawyers College in September 2012 where I learned from and became a part of a community of passionate and dedicated lawyers who are committed in the pursuit of justice for their clients.
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English, Korean
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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WA | Active | 2010 | 05/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 4 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Attorney of the Year | Buckley & Associates | 2013 |
Pro Bono Certificate of Appreciation | Oregon State Bar | 2010 |
Legal Assistant of the Year | Buckley & Associates | 2004 |
Excellency Scholarship | LG Corporation | 1995 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Buckley & Associates, PS, Inc. | 2010 - Present |
Criminal Prosecution Clinic | Lane County District Attorney's Office | 2010 - 2010 |
Judicial Extern | Honorable John V. Acosta, United States District Court, District of Oregon | 2009 - 2009 |
Summer Associate | Bullivant House Bailey, PC | 2008 - 2008 |
Moot Court Board | University Of Oregon School Of Law | 2008 - 2010 |
Senior Editor at Oregon Review of International Law | University Of Oregon School Of Law | 2008 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | Ranch member | 2012 - Present |
Washington State Association for Justice | Eagle Member | 2010 - Present |
Washington State Bar Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2013 - 2014 |
King County Bar Association | Member | 2010 - 2014 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Thomson Reuters | Tran v. Packebush-Franko | 2015 |
Thomson Reuters | Yang v. Depriest | 2014 |
Thomson Reuters | Xuan v. Le | 2014 |
Thomson Reuters | Wu v. Allstate | 2014 |
Thomson Reuters | Hua v. Allstate | 2013 |
Thomson Reuters | Zhang v. Laymance | 2013 |
Thomson Reuters | Kim v. Cruz Campos | 2013 |
Thomson Reuters | Hong v. GEICO | 2012 |
Thomson Reuters | Torres-Zamora v. Twombley | 2012 |
Thomson Reuters | Zou v. Perugini | 2012 |
Trial News | Turning a Small Verdict into a Much Bigger Judgment | 2012 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College | N/A | 2012 |
University of Oregon School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2010 |
Yonsei University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1996 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Buckley & Associates Staff Meeting | Ethics and RPCs | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Driver v. Driver | $48,968 |
Driver v. UIM Carrier | $100,000 (UIM policy limit) |
Driver v. Driver | $34,971.68 |
Driver v. Drivers #1 & #2 | $75,000 ($25,000 & $50,000 liability policy limits) |
Driver v. UIM Carrier | $59,783.80 |
Posted by April
October 16, 2015
Adrian Baca, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Christine has the "it" factor. She is hardworking, dedicated, smart and a gifted trial attorney. I like her and the jury will like her as well.
Paul Apple, Litigation Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Christine is a dedicated and hardworking trial attorney who has had great success as a young litigator and had worked in the legal field many years prior to becoming an attorney.
Adrian Baca, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Christine has the "it" factor. She is hardworking, dedicated, smart and a gifted trial attorney. I like her and the jury will like her as well.
Paul Apple, Litigation Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Christine is a dedicated and hardworking trial attorney who has had great success as a young litigator and had worked in the legal field many years prior to becoming an attorney.
Robert Persante, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 22, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with her extensively on cases while we attended the Trial Lawyers College. She is the consummate professional, highly skilled, and dedicated. I endorse her.
Robert Carter, Litigation Attorney on Oct 16, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Kim is a super star. She is compassionate about her work, thorough and effective.
Patrick Mclain, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 12, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Christine Kim is a dedicated, intelligent, and innovative attorney who achieves wonderful results for her clients. She cares very much for them, and she is tireless in her work to achieve justice for the men and women she represents. I have nothing but the highest praise for Christine Kim's work ethic, integrity, and accomplishments as an attorney fighting for those who are injured seeking justice. Semper Fi, Patrick McLain
Robert Welcenbach, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 16, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Christine is a superb lawyer and is both hard working and honest. Anyone who has been in an accident or suffered injuries would be in great hands with Christine as their attorney. Highly recommended!
Ronald Unger, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Christine is smart, hardworking, dilligent and a zealous advocate for her clients. I highly endorse her.
Edward Hemingway, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2015
Relationship: Co-worker
Extensive preparation in litigation, acute knowledge of the law and the moxie to use her skills is what makes Christine (Sung-Yon) Kim a strong advocate for her clients and a winner. I highly endorse Christine as an attorney and a representative of plaintiffs in personal injury matters.
James Buckley, Personal injury Attorney on Sep 11, 2015
Relationship: Supervised lawyer
Christine Kim is an exceptional attorney. She is always prepared to do battle for her clients. She will continue to fight for her client until the opposition party concedes and does what she feels is fair and just for her client. Clients come first with Ms. Kim. Ms. Kim is a gift to the legal profession. I endorse Christine Kim.
William Pickett, Litigation Attorney on Sep 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christine is a fantastic human being and attorney who knows how to fight for her clients and win! I endorse this lawyer.
Jason Johnson, Litigation Attorney on Aug 31, 2015
Relationship: Worked together on matter
In my time working with Christine, I found her to be someone who is extremely compassionate and has a deep desire to help her clients. I would recommend Christine to anyone who is in need of legal counsel.
Andrew Mundwiller, Litigation Attorney on Aug 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christine is a dedicated and hardworking advocate. She truly cares about her clients and the justice they seek. I endorse this lawyer.
Charles Donahue, Unknown Attorney on Feb 21, 2013
Relationship: Other
I met Christine at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College. She is very creative and talented. Christine has a heart of gold and cares about her clients.