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Ronald Joseph Kim

4.8
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 36 years

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 35 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1990

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 36 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1989

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

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Ronald Joseph Kim's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 16 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by tom | November 21, 2011

excellent legal help

I found Mr. Kim to be very informative,trustworthy and understanding. He guided me through a very difficult experience, I only remiss that I did not contact him sooner. His followup with regard to my situation gave me a sense of confidence that I was in the best hands for legal advice and action. I w...ould highly recommend him.

Posted by Martha | September 01, 2011

Most reliable attorney in the capital district.

Attorney Ronald Kim is a knowledgable, professional and personable attorney. As a client who has benefited from his services over the last few years, I would highly recommend him. He's thorough, reputable and trustworthy. His personnel is highly professional and dependable as well. He was recomme...nded by friend and did not disappoint. If you find yourself in a position where you need his services, you will be very glad you contacted him.

Posted by David & Kate | July 17, 2011 | Debt Settlement

Mr & Mrs David Corrello

Mr Kim was a pleasure to work with considering the situation we were in, he was very professonal and non judgemental. He was very much on our side and gave us the impression that if we had any trouble from our creditors he would deal with them.

Posted by Lynn | July 13, 2011

Great Experience

Mr. Kim made this an easy process and was always professional, knowledgable and always kept me informed. I would refer him and his staff to anyone.

Posted by Win | July 04, 2011

Super Knowledgeable!

Mr. Kim helped me through a particularly difficult time in my life. I am so grateful I made that first call to his office. I felt as if his office my with me every step of the way.

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Ronald Joseph Kim's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shawn Lescault

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Donald Petersen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ron for almost a decade through consumer rights conferences and exchanging techniques for effectively representing consumers through the years. Ron is a highly experienced consumer bankruptcy lawyer who is willing to zealously litigate in order to enforce his client's rights."

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Clayton Walker

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kim's practical and pragmatic advice underscores the breadth of his experience and compassion for his clients."

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Bradford Botes

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Friend

"Ron is a great consumer lawyer who always has his client's best interests in mind."

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Jayson Lutzky

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ron is an active contributor here on AVVO as well as a proud graduate of Max Gardner's Bankruptcy Bootcamp. His knowledge in bankruptcy is vast. If you are in his area, then use him."

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Daniel Knauth

General practice lawyer | Aug 28

Relationship: Other

"I don't know Mr. Kim personally, but find that he consistently gives good advice in a number of practice areas."

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Malik Ahmad

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Agruss

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ronald Kim. Mr. Kim dedicates his practice to protecting the interests of consumers, students, debtors, and employees. He also takes the time to provide free legal advice on Avvo, which is commendable. Mr. Kim is an asset to the legal community."

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Wesley Hill

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Canupp

Foreclosure lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ron is a national leader in foreclosure defense. His clients benefit not just from his intellect but from his experience and dedication. Ron's work is on the cutting edge of this area of law."

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Kirk Brennan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronald Kim and I are members of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA). I have had the opportunity to share ideas with him and other attorneys in the organization about bankruptcy law and practice. He has consistently shown a high level of knowledge and professionalism. He exemplifies the skill of a top bankruptcy attorney."

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Malcolm Ruthven

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I've participated with Ronald on the NACBA (National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys) listserv and he exemplifies the high quality we all should have."

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Gary Armstrong

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Friend

"Ron Kim is a fine attorney, on the cutting edge of bankruptcy law. I would not hesitate to refer anyone with a debt problem to him."

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John Vos

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kim is well-trained and ably represents consumers. I have watched his work over the years and respect his wise contributions. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Dorothy Bunce

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ronald Joseph Kim works hard to investigate all of the loopholes that are legally available to protect the consumer. He is the guy you want to have in your corner when the going gets tough & I am honored to endorse him."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Brown

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Other

"Mr. Kim spends a considerable amount of time imparting his knowledge of employment law via AVVO and is a strong advocate for employees."

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Barbie Lieber

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Theodore Araujo

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ron and I have had many discussions about foreclosure defense, bankruptcy and financial markets. We have exchanged numerous documents and collaberated on strategies at a very sophisticated level. I would refer family and friends to Ron any day of the week. He is capable to handle the most difficult cases. Very committed to the highest standards. Aggressive, brilliant and dedicated. You could not work with a better attorney."

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Joshua Cohen

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Bradford Botes

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jeffrey Gold

Debt collection lawyer

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Brian Canupp

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer

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Kirk Brennan

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Malcolm Ruthven

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gary Armstrong

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Barbie Lieber

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Theodore Araujo

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Jay Fleischman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Schwartz

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Oliver Gardner

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Linda Tirelli

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Languages

English

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