David Dae Young Kim, Employment Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Insurance, and Real Estate
PrincipalatDavid D Kim And Associates Attorney At Law
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing employment in Los Angeles since 2000.
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David Dae Young Kim is a principal based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Real Estate. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at David D Kim And Associates Attorney At Law.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Employment · Insurance · Real Estate
- Handles Employment, Insurance, and Real Estate matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Dae Young Kim: David Dae Young Kim is a principal based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Real Estate. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at David D Kim And Associates Attorney At Law.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on employment, insurance, real estate, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Insurance
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Trusts
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Employment cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes employment matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes insurance matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes real estate matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Los Angeles, California
David takes trusts matters in Los Angeles, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Dae Young Kim — employment lawyer in Los Angeles
David Dae Young Kim is a principal based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Employment, Insurance, and Real Estate. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at David D Kim And Associates Attorney At Law.
David Dae Young Kim is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, labor & employment, real estate and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years. David practices at David D. Kim & Associates, Attorney at Law in Los Angeles, CA.
How David handles employment matters
David Dae Young Kim is a lawyer practicing trusts & estates, labor & employment, real estate and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years. David practices at David D. Kim & Associates, Attorney at Law in Los Angeles, CA.
The kind of cases David takes
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, insurance, and real estate matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of San Francisco School of Law
J.D. · 2000
University of California at Berkeley
B.S. · 1992
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
2000 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of San Francisco School of Law and B.S. in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of San Francisco School of Law and B.S. in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California American Bar Association
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Locations
David Dae Young Kim's office in Los Angeles
David's primary office is at Equitable Plz., 3435 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 2530, Los Angeles, CA, 90010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
David D Kim And Associates Attorney At Law
Equitable Plz., 3435 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 2530
Los Angeles, CA 90010
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How to hire David Dae Young Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Dae Young Kim
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in California typically take?
Simple employment 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
David handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 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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