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Andrew Y. Kim

3.3
Rating: 6.6

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Everett, WA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

P.O. Box 2009, Everett, WA

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 33 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1992

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022

Licensed in New Jersey for 33 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 1992

License Administratively Revoked

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

Administrative Suspension

Location

Andrew Kim Law Firm, PLLC

P.O. Box 2009, Everett, WA, 98213

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Andrew Y. Kim's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.3 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 24 reviews

Posted by Tammy | April 08, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

Don't do it!!

He did nothing for my Case, had my grandchildren for 4.5 yrs, Andrew delayed and delayed. Over 7000.00 wasted. Don't bother.

Posted by Derek | August 11, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

If there was a zero option I would select that.

I hired Andrew a month ago and paid him $1850 for his services and then the $260 filing fee for my parenting plan request. He was Johnny on the spot leading up to getting paid. Since then nothing. I have sent him a dozen texts, half a dozen emails with time stamps, left about 5 voicemails so far... and nothing. I told him it was urgent as my son may be moved out of the state without my knowledge unless this parenting plan was completed. He may have just cost me my son. I am not rich by any means and the fact that I can count on my hard saved money to vanish for free is very insulting. Absolutely a thief. Takes your money. Disappears and never helps you.

Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Poor Excuse

No contact with me. No action taken on my case. Pacified me when I complained, but still no action. LOTS OF OTHER ATTORNEYS SAY HE’S INCOMPETENT AND AN EMBARRASSMENT!! Had to hire another firm! Lost my $2000 retainer to him even though he only billed one hour!

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Ineffective Legal Services

Very poor choice in hiring him. Very little action on his part throughout the entire time we were working together. He did not advocate for my rights and the end result was devastating. Best advise for you today - do Not hire Andrew Kim!

Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Scam Attorney!!!

I can not believe this man is doing this to people!!! I hired him for a simple contempt hearing, paid him $1500 and then he went MIA!!! Nothing, no correspondence, no replies, nothing! Completely left me hanging out to dry! Would never recommend him to anyone!!

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Andrew Y. Kim's Lawyer Endorsements

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Geoffrey Burg

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Andrew since the '90s. He is an attorney with a lot of integrity. Over the years I have referred many of my clients and contacts to him without hesitation as I know he will do a great job for them. If you are looking for a first rate attorney I highly recommend you contact Andrew!"

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Matthew Henderson

Personal injury lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse Andrew. I have known Andrew for 20 years. He is a smart, aggressive, and experienced personal injury attorney. But Andrew also has a warm, human side in dealing with clients who have gone through difficult life situations."

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Nataliya Gavlin

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Professional, dedicated and experienced attorney."

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John DeProspo

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Kim is an active member of the Avvo.com community, offering excellent adivce to its users. I highly endorse him."

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Jonathan Warrick

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He has a strong knowledge of the law and regularly offers sound (free) legal advice on this site."

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Kyle Scott

Family lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andrew Y. Kim is an excellent attorney in family law and personal injury. His clients tout his great demeanor and good results. His expertise in these areas is evidenced by the positive feedback his peers and clients have given him. Andrew Y. Kim is a great choice for your case. I endorse this lawyer."

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Debra Crawford

Family lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Gasper

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It is my opinion based on the responses given by Attorney Kim that he displays an excellent understanding and comprehension of the law. He further articulates the answer very well and therefore, I endorse this lawyer."

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Rafael Carrillo

Car accident lawyer | Nov 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is very knowledgeable in personal injury matters, and is very responsive to questions."

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Michael LeMond

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He answers questions on avvo with a clear understanding of the law. He is an asset to the legal community."

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Valerie Murphy

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kim provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediately legal answers."

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Daniel Gilleon

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Schmitt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Hulett

Family lawyer | Oct 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert von Dohlen

Family lawyer | Oct 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 29

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Brandon Reid

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 24

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"Passionate, Driven, and Knowledgeable - I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Shadan Kapri

Car accident lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Regarded highly in the legal community."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"With a great track record of hundreds of published answers to consumers' questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Kim is skilled and knows the law well too. If you have a legal question in his area of expertise, he is your answer."

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Judd Nemiro

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Andrew is an excellent divorce lawyer that you can trust. Hire him today!"

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Geoffrey Burg

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Experience

Rating:  6.6 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.

Reprimand issued in WA, 2022

updated on 05/27/2025

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Honors

2015

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2015

Eagle Member Certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2014

Eagle Member Certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2014

Top Contributor Award, AVVO

2013

Eagle Member certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2012

Eagle member certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2012

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2011

Eagle member certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2010

Eagle member certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2009

Eagle member certificate, Washington State Association for Justice

2008

Eagle member, Washington State Association for Justice

2007

Eagle member, Washington State Association for Justice

2006

Eagle member, Washington State Association for Justice

2005

Member, Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Andrew Kim Law Firm

2009 - 2009

Attorney, KCBA - Family Law Mentor Program

2003 - 2003

Attorney, KCBA - Family Law Mentor Program

2000 - 2020

Arbitrator, Snohomish County Superior Court

2000 - 2001

Attorney - Pro bono legal clinic, Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

1998 - 2020

Abitrator, Pierce County Superior Court

1998 - 2020

Arbitrator, King County Superior Court

1992 - 1993

Claims, Grange Insurance Company

1991 - 1991

Law clerk, Heuer & Associates

1989 - 1991

Law clerk, James Dunn & Associates

1987 - 1989

Claims, PA National Insurance Company

1986 - 1987

Claims, AIG

Associations

2019 - Present

Snohomish County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

American Association for Justice (formerly American Trial Lawyers Association)

Member

1993 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

King County Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Korean American Bar Association of Washington

Member

1992 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

US District Court Western District of WA

Member

2009 - 2009

King County Bar Association

Family Law Pro Bono Attorney

2003 - 2003

King County Bar Association

Family Law Pro Bono Attorney

2000 - 2001

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Pro Bono Attorney

1994 - 1996

Korean American Bar Association of Washington

Board Member

1993 - 1994

Korean American Bar Association of Washington

Treasurer

Education

1992

University of Minnesota Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

Haverford College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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