Allen Kim, IP Attorney in Irvine, California
Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on IP and Patent
Of CounselatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Irvine, CA
Practicing ip in Irvine since 2011.
- 15+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Allen Kim is an of counsel based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Allen has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Irvine, CA
- Experience
- over 15 years
- Known for
- IP · Patent
- Handles IP and Patent matters from Irvine, CA.
- Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Allen Kim: Allen Kim is an of counsel based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Allen has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Allen Kim
Allen concentrates on ip and patent. Each area below outlines the kind of case Allen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Irvine, California
Allen takes ip matters in Irvine, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allen agrees to represent you.
Patent cases in Irvine, California
Allen takes patent matters in Irvine, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Allen agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Allen Kim — Over 15 years of California ip experience
Allen Kim is an of counsel based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on IP and Patent. Allen has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Allen Kim is a registered patent attorney focusing on the preparation and worldwide prosecution of patents, patent counseling and opinions, managing patent portfolios, technology assessments, due diligence evaluations, and intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
Allen prosecutes computer and electronics technologies, including artificial reality (AR/VR), operating systems, mobile applications, social networking, user interfaces, content delivery, input devices, user experience, signal processing software, and security software. He has deep experience with semiconductor devices and fabrication, integrated circuits, wireless technologies, firmware, and GPS. He has worked with automotive technologies, including hybrid electric motors and aeronautical technologies, and medical devices, including imaging devices, respiratory devices, IV devices, and dispensing systems.
Concentrations
• Patent preparation and prosecution particularly in computer technologies
Experience
Previous Experience
• Secondee, Broadcom Inc., 2015
• Senior Software Engineer, Document Analytic Technologies, LLC, 2010-2011
• VP of Technology, Board Member, TwoCent, Inc, 2006-2008
• Software Engineer, Brighterion, Inc. 2006
Internships
• Certified Law Clerk, Office of the City Attorney, Los Angeles, 2009
• Judicial Extern, Hon. Judge Florence-Marie Cooper, U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, 2008
Recognition & Leadership
Professional & Community Involvement
• Volunteer, Public Law Center, 2012-2016
How Allen handles ip matters
Allen Kim is a registered patent attorney focusing on the preparation and worldwide prosecution of patents, patent counseling and opinions, managing patent portfolios, technology assessments, due diligence evaluations, and intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions. Allen prosecutes computer and electronics technologies, including artificial reality (AR/VR), operating systems,…
Who Allen represents
Allen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip and patent matters in Irvine and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Allen Kim's legal education and bar admissions
Pepperdine University School of Law Honours Programme; Literary Citation Editor, Dispute Resolution Law Journal University of California at Berkeley B.S. Electrical Engineering and Computer S
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Jurisdictions
Allen's state bar admissions
California U.S. Pate
2011 · ACTIVE
Allen studied at — in Pepperdine University School of Law Honours Programme; Literary Citation Editor, Dispute Resolution Law Journal University of California at Berkeley B.S. Electrical Engineering and Computer S.
Law school and academic background
Allen completed — in Pepperdine University School of Law Honours Programme; Literary Citation Editor, Dispute Resolution Law Journal University of California at Berkeley B.S. Electrical Engineering and Computer S. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Allen runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Allen Kim's office in Irvine
Allen's primary office is at 18565 Jamboree Road Suite 500, Irvine, CA, 92612-4410. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
18565 Jamboree Road Suite 500
Irvine, CA 92612-4410
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How to hire Allen Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Allen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Allen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allen's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Allen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Irvine, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Allen
Allen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Allen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Allen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Allen Kim
How much does it cost to hire Allen for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Allen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Allen offer a free consultation?
Allen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Allen's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Allen's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in California typically take?
Simple ip matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Allen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Allen take my case if I'm outside Irvine?
Allen is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Allen will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Allen?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Allen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Allen accepting new ip clients right now?
Allen's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
IP attorneys serving Irvine, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Allen handles ip matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified ip attorneys in that community.
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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