Wayne Lee Kim

Wayne Lee Kim

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 20 years

Landlord or tenant Lawyer Practice Areas: Landlord & Tenant, Elder Law
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Reason: In-House Counsel

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 20 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2005

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Wayne Lee Kim's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

76 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Drug Crime

Posted by Lauren | February 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

What to say about Wayne Kim

So i was charged in 2016 for my frist felony drug charge possession of sech 1 2 heroin. 3 years i walked into his office broken addicted and probely wasnt very nice. The one thing i can say is he never sugarcoated my charges or what i was facing. His last words that day were that it is a "50 50 cha...nce" that eather your going to continue to use and probely die or you will beat it. So i was very upset and angry because i didnt think my charges were fair and that it wasnt my fault this happened and i didnt want to go to jail eather. So fast track went to court he got me a 251 plea deal meaning if i remained off of opioids aka herion for 2 years that my judge would dismiss my felony and i wouldn't have a felony on my record. I was put on probation for 2 years had to do 100 hours of community service plus pass random urine testing at porbation. I had a few bumbs few positive UA and then it happend i cought another charge same as before witch would mess my 251 up because i couldnt get into any troble with the police or have new charges i was so scared cuz now i resolve my other case but still it was a misdemeanor not only that but i had postive UA for something eles he somwhow got thoses dropped i had a really great judge. so fast forward to 5 days ago feb 22 i go in to court mr kim knows i have panic attacks and always assured me that it was gonna be ok he stright up told me that im most likely going to get the felony and suspended jail sentence with another year probation. I thought for sure i was going to jail. He fought for me everytime and didnt stop fighting until it was resolved. Amazingly to BOTH are surprise my judge said mr kim give me another reason to give ur client freedom. Kim said honestly the truth 3 years ago ur honor this woman was a mess there were times i didnt think she was gonna make it she did everything u asked of her and out of the 3 years not one drug test was positive for opioids and the juge said that if i stayed off herion for 2 years he let me go.. well we were all shocked when the judge came back with his decision he said im going to take a chance with you eather your going to be a success or fatality i walked away from court that day with my felony dropped no more probation or court or jail im free and not a state number. I owe alot of my strength and willingness to change and do better to mr. Kim he never gave up he fought for me and he got me free when i belive most people wouldn't have gotten what i got. So im 3 years clean off opioids and have a nomal american citizen with no felony record.. i reccomend mr kim to anybody that wants a great lawyer and will fight and always keep it 100% real with you. Your best bet is with mr kim.. Thank you Kim you will never truly know how much you helped me and how much you help change my life. Putting up with me was not always the best but you held in there and didnt let my bullshit slide externally grateful. I dont need to say my name you already know who it is :)

Posted by Roselee Benshoof | March 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Excellent Attorney

In the span of about 3 months my 20 year old son got in to a lot of trouble. He was facing two possession of marijuana charges, a petty larceny plus resisting arrest charge, and a felony embezzlement charge. Wayne started out as his Court Appointed Lawyer and as each charge came up, he became someo...ne that we trusted to hire and help my son get through everything. Wayne was able to get one possession charge dropped to a possession of drug paraphernalia, the other possession charge and petty larceny charge were completely dropped, the resisting arrest was changed to disorderly misconduct, and my son's felony was changed to a misdemeanor. Through all of this, Wayne was also able to keep my son out of jail! I do believe that Wayne is an excellent attorney and would highly recommend him! He truly does care about his clients and I thank him for never giving up on my son!

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2014 | Drug Crime

life saving attorney

I was charged with a felony drug charge and faced with up to 15 years in prison. Wayne Kim was able to get the charge reduced to impose a sentence of probation in lieu of jail time. Over the course of almost two years, he stayed in steady contact and responsive to every question and concern I've had.... After my first consultation, I was completely confident in his abilities. Anyone who needs a serious defense attorney would benefit greatly with him. I can't thank him enough for being the reason I'm free and able to watch my son grow up.

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Wayne Lee Kim's Lawyer Endorsements

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Genevieve Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kim does fantastic work on behalf of his clients. He will thoroughly prepare a case, and will advocate all viable theories of defense. I wholeheartedly recommend him."

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Jonathan Katz

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wayne and I once represented co-defendants, and with that experience I saw once again his high quality experience and capability for his clients. Wayne knows his way around the courthouse."

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Matthew Bass

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wayne is as good as they get in the courthouse and the courtroom. He knows how to deal with prosecutors, how to advocate for his clients, and most importantly he knows the law. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Elbert

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Other

"Wayne is an exceptional and highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation."

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Kelly King

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I worked with Mr. Kim for over six years while in the Public Defender's Office. He zealously advocates on behalf of his clients and is well versed in legal issues. He goes above and beyond in each case and I would highly recommend him to any client!"

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Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"9 years of practicing law with 8 as a public defender is experienced plus. Knowledge of both criminal law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation."

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Justin Ervin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wayne makes himself available to aid younger attorneys, and he has the experience to back up his advice. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Schwarz

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend this lawyer he is a true professional"

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Jeremy Letnick

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He takes the time out of his day to answer questions by those in often very unfortunate circumstances. I applaud his efforts to help people."

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Jarrett McCormack

Unknown lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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William Mann,

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Louie

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wayne is highly respected in the legal community and takes the time to give back to others."

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Joseph Yoon

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wayne is a well-known and respected lawyer in the Northern Virginia area, even judges have a high regard for Mr. Kim. He is very knowledgeable and a skilled trial attorney who has handled the many serious felonies that have led to favorable outcomes. Clients can feel confident that Mr. Kim will fight hard for their rights. I highly endorse Mr. Kim as a leader in the field of criminal defense."

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Michael Carmody

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Kim without any reservation - he is experienced in all criminal matters and works tirelessly but efficiently to represent his clients with the skills, insight, and abilities required to resolve complex issues while informing his clients about options and risks."

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David Dischley

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding criminal defense attorney who really fights for his clients. Great reputation in the legal community."

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Lindsay Hendrix

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40, American Society of Legal Advocates

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 40 under 40, National Trials Lawyers Association

2005

CALI for Excellence in Sentencing, Center for Computer Assisted Legal Instruction

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Housing/Elder Attorney, Legal Services Of Northern Virginia

2013 - 2023

Attorney at Law, Law Office of Wayne L. Kim, P.L.L.C.

2005 - 2013

Senior Assistant Public Defender, Office Of The Public Defender

2004 - 2004

Legal Intern, Fairfax Public Defender's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Asian Pacific American Bar Association of Virginia

Member

2005 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

2013 - 2015

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Assault on Officer, Distribution of Marijuana

DISCLAIMER: CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE. CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE UNDERTAKEN BY A LAWYER

2 COUNTS OF ASSAULT AND BATTERY

SEE DISCLAIMER: Jury finds Defendant Not Guilty on 2 charges of Assault and Battery

Assault on Officer

DISCLAIMER: CASE RESULTS DEPEND UPON A VARIETY OF FACTORS UNIQUE TO EACH CASE. CASE RESULTS DO NOT GUARANTEE OR PREDICT A SIMILAR RESULT IN ANY FUTURE CASE UNDERTAKEN BY A LAWYER

First Degree Murder Case

SEE DISCLAIMER, Successfully argued Motion to Supress, statements were suppressed and case was eventually dropped

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Education

2005

University of Illinois College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Northwestern University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Publications

Languages

Korean

English

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