Ji Min Kim, a 1.5 generation South Korean American, received her B.As in Economics and Hispanic Studies, and J.D in Law from Lewis and Clark College (North Western School of Law). In the course of her studies, she also attended the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaiso in Valparaiso, Chile and studied international economic policy. Ms. Kim has devoted her legal career to the practice of immigration law. Ms. Kim is fluent in Korean and Spanish.
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Posted by anonymous | January 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney
If you speak English, do not waste your time 1. She does not return your phone call/email or it takes few days to get it 2. She doesn't value yout time. I arrived on time and there were multiple times that she made me wait. She was having a lunch and I have to wait and wait. After that, no apo...
Hi anonymous, While the information provided is somewhat vague therefore I have no idea who you are, I am sorry you did not have a positive experience with our firm. Any message you leave will be returned in timely manner. We may not be able to do so immediately, depending on our circumstances and capability. Thank you for being on time for our meeting. Sometime I may need to finish a court appearance thru zoom, or maybe consulting with an emergency matter, or may be on another call with government agency. We always appreciate our clients for being open minded and having understanding that sometime there can be an emergency that may conflict with your scheduled appointment. I wish you good luck in your legal matter.
Posted by Carina | October 19, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
I went to a consultation. The consultation was not what I expected. But I didn't realize I was missing so much info until after the consult. When I called back to ask about my consult and ask more questions I was told it would another $100 since so much time had past. I also was advised that apparent...
Hello potential client, Thank you for taking time to review. We do take $150 for consultation and credit $150 towards the attorney fee if we are hired within six months. I am sorry if this was not clear when you initially made an appointment. Often if it has been more than six month ago without actively working on a case, I do need to refresh my memory and thus treat each case new potential. I wish you good luck with your legal matter.
Posted by Abby | October 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I first met Ji Min when I hired her for my initial DACA application. I was very skeptical of the program at first because I didn't like the idea of putting myself "on the grid" when I had no issues living in the United States, even without status. I heard many false information at the time as well re...
Posted by Edward | February 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney
I am forever grateful to have met Ji, she is the most professional and empathetic attorney. My case wasn't the easiest but she reassured me that she was going to do whatever she could to help. She handled my case very efficiently, she would always follow up with me throughout the case via phone calls...
Posted by Ashley | September 7, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I can't even describe how much Ji Min helped us and how grateful we are that we found her. My husband had a very hard case . We went to many different lawyers and no one would help us until I found her. She's the best there is and she's a WINNER! After 5 long years of trying different lawyers to ge...
"I endorse this lawyer. Ji Min is driven by a personal sense of devotion to her clients which causes to take every case she handles as a personal as well as a professional commitment to achieve the very best outcome for her clients. She doesn't hesitate to sacrifice her personal interests for theirs, frequently taking on additional work that she is not obligated to do in order make sure that the client's matter is handled in the most thorough and diligent matter possible. Anyone who puts herself in her hands is in very good hands indeed."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Kim and I obtained a highly favorable result for our client. Half way through trial, the judge interrupted, took us in chambers and warned the opposing lawyer that he better settle the case ASAP and we did. It was a pleasure collaborating with Attorney Kim."
"Mrs. Kim is an excellent advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to recommend my own clients to her if they were in need."
"I endorse Ji. A highly respected attorney in the legal community with a reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
"Ji Min Kim is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show her commitment to serving clients very, very well. She is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
"Ms. Kim is a serious experienced lawyer. Her client oriented approach is important for all prospective client's to note. I endorse her."
"Ji Min Kim works diligently for her clients and is respected by judges, attorneys and clients alike. I happily endorse her."
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Washington Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Washington Rising Stars, SuperLawyers
2018
Elite Lawyer Award, Elite Lawyers of America
2017
Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates
2016
Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates
2014
Top Contributor- Immigration, Avvo
2013
Top contributor, Avvo
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, Washington State Bar Association
2008
Mock Trial, Lewis and Clark Law School
2008
Pro Bono Award, Lewis and Clark Law School
2011 - Present
Owner, Kai Law Group
2011 - Present
Attorney, Kai Law Group PS
2010 - 2011
Volunteer Attorney, Kids in Need of Defense
2009 - 2010
Attorney, MS Law Group
2008 - 2008
Law clerk, Center for nonprofit legal service
2008 - 2009
Legal Intern, Lewis & Clark Legal Clinic
2007 - 2007
Legal Intern, Catholic Charities Legal Services
2012 - Present
YMCABoard Member
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2011 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Washington State chapter)Attorney Member
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAdmitted to Practice
2011 - Present
Northwest Immigration Rights ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2011 - Present
United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth CircuitAttorney Member
2011 - Present
El Centro de RazaVolunteer Attorney
2011 - Present
Washington State Association for JusticeEagle Member
2010 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2013 - 2015
Tacoma Pierce County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2011 - 2012
American Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2010 - 2011
KINDVolunteer Attorney
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2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2006
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2004
2015
F1 to H1B
2015
Adjustment of Status v Consular Processing
2013
STEM and Visa Options for Scientists
2013
Family Petition
2011
Humanitarian Reinstatement and Family Visa
2011
Immigration
2020
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2012
2011
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Korean
Spanish
English
Portuguese
Mandarin
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