David Taehoon Kim, Bankruptcy Attorney in Tustin, California
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy, Contracts, and Real Estate
Tustin, CA
Practicing bankruptcy in Tustin since 2010.
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David Taehoon Kim is an attorney based in Tustin, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Contracts, and Real Estate. David has over 16 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Tustin, CA
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Contracts · Real Estate
- Handles Bankruptcy, Contracts, and Real Estate matters from Tustin, CA.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Taehoon Kim: David Taehoon Kim is an attorney based in Tustin, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Contracts, and Real Estate. David has over 16 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David Taehoon Kim
David concentrates on bankruptcy, contracts, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy
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Contracts
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Real Estate
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Bankruptcy cases in Tustin, California
David takes bankruptcy matters in Tustin, 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.
Contracts cases in Tustin, California
David takes contracts matters in Tustin, 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 Tustin, California
David takes real estate matters in Tustin, 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
About David Taehoon Kim — Over 16 years of California bankruptcy experience
David Taehoon Kim is an attorney based in Tustin, CA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy, Contracts, and Real Estate. David has over 16 years of legal experience.
David Taehoon Kim is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, bankruptcy & debt, real estate. David has been licensed for 16 years. David practices in Tustin, CA.
David's approach to bankruptcy cases
David Taehoon Kim is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, bankruptcy & debt, real estate. David has been licensed for 16 years. David practices in Tustin, CA.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy, contracts, and real estate matters in Tustin and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
David Taehoon Kim's legal education and bar admissions
University of San Diego School of Law
JD · 2009
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
California
2010 · ACTIVE
David studied at JD in University of San Diego School of Law.
Law school and academic background
David completed JD in University of San Diego School of Law. 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.
Locations
David Taehoon Kim's office in Tustin
David's primary office is at 228 W. Main St., 2nd Floor, Tustin, CA, 02780. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David Taehoon Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy attorney in Tustin, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Taehoon Kim
How much does it cost to hire David for a bankruptcy 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 bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in California typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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 Tustin?
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 bankruptcy 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
Bankruptcy attorneys serving Tustin, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
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