Brooke Leanne Killian Kim, ADR Attorney in San Diego, California
Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, General, and Health Care
AssociateatDLA Piper LLP (US)
San Diego, CA
Practicing adr in San Diego since 2005.
- 21+
- Years practicing
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Brooke Leanne Killian Kim is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Health Care. Brooke has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
- Based in
- San Diego, CA
- Experience
- over 21 years
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- ADR · General · Health Care
- Handles ADR, General, and Health Care matters from San Diego, CA.
- Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brooke Leanne Killian Kim: Brooke Leanne Killian Kim is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Health Care. Brooke has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brooke takes on
Brooke concentrates on adr, general, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brooke handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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General
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Health Care
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Litigation
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ADR cases in San Diego, California
Brooke takes adr matters in San Diego, 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 Brooke agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Diego, California
Brooke takes general matters in San Diego, 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 Brooke agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in San Diego, California
Brooke takes health care matters in San Diego, 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 Brooke agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in San Diego, California
Brooke takes litigation matters in San Diego, 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 Brooke agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brooke Leanne Killian Kim — adr lawyer in San Diego
Brooke Leanne Killian Kim is an associate based in San Diego, CA. The practice focuses on ADR, General, and Health Care. Brooke has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at DLA Piper LLP (US).
Brooke Leanne Killian Kim is a lawyer practicing drug and medical device, litigation and arbitration, life sciences and 1 other area of law. Brooke received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Brooke practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in San Diego, CA.
Working with Brooke on a adr matter
Brooke Leanne Killian Kim is a lawyer practicing drug and medical device, litigation and arbitration, life sciences and 1 other area of law. Brooke received a B.A. degree from University of California at San Diego in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years. Brooke practices at DLA Piper LLP (US) in San Diego, CA.
Clients Brooke works with
Brooke reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, general, and health care matters in San Diego and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law
J.D. · 2005
University of California at San Diego
B.A. Dance · 2002
Jurisdictions
Brooke's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
2005 · ACTIVE
Brooke studied at J.D. in University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law and B.A. Dance in University of California at San Diego.
Law school and academic background
Brooke completed J.D. in University of California at Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law and B.A. Dance in University of California at San Diego. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brooke runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Brooke's professional memberships and bar associations
San Diego County and American Bar Associations
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Locations
Brooke Leanne Killian Kim's office in San Diego
Brooke's primary office is at 401 B St., Ste. 1700, San Diego, CA, 92101-4297. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brooke Leanne Killian Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brooke usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brooke charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brooke'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; Brooke will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Diego, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Brooke
Brooke discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Brooke confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brooke's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brooke Leanne Killian Kim
How much does it cost to hire Brooke for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brooke walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brooke offer a free consultation?
Brooke charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brooke's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Brooke's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in California typically take?
Simple adr 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. Brooke gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brooke take my case if I'm outside San Diego?
Brooke 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 — Brooke 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 Brooke?
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. Brooke will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brooke accepting new adr clients right now?
Brooke's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Brooke handles adr matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 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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