Dawna Eunju Kim, Criminal Defense Attorney in Plano, Texas
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI
MemberatLaw Offices of Dawna Kim
Plano, TX
Practicing criminal defense in Plano since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Dawna Eunju Kim is a member based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. Dawna has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Dawna Kim.
- Based in
- Plano, TX
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Drug Crimes · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI matters from Plano, TX.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Dawna Eunju Kim: Dawna Eunju Kim is a member based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. Dawna has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Dawna Kim.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dawna takes on
Dawna concentrates on criminal defense, drug crimes, dui/dwi, general, and juvenile. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dawna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Drug Crimes
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DUI/DWI
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Criminal Defense cases in Plano, Texas
Dawna takes criminal defense matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dawna agrees to represent you.
Drug Crimes cases in Plano, Texas
Dawna takes drug crimes matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dawna agrees to represent you.
DUI/DWI cases in Plano, Texas
Dawna takes dui/dwi matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dawna agrees to represent you.
General cases in Plano, Texas
Dawna takes general matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dawna agrees to represent you.
Juvenile cases in Plano, Texas
Dawna takes juvenile matters in Plano, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dawna agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dawna Eunju Kim — criminal defense lawyer in Plano
Dawna Eunju Kim is a member based in Plano, TX. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Drug Crimes, and DUI/DWI. Dawna has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Law Offices of Dawna Kim.
Ms. Dawna Eunju Kim is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, violent crimes, weapons charges and 7 other areas of law. Dawna received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years. Dawna practices at Law Offices of Dawna Kim in Plano, TX.
How Dawna handles criminal defense matters
Ms. Dawna Eunju Kim is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, violent crimes, weapons charges and 7 other areas of law. Dawna received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years. Dawna practices at Law Offices of Dawna Kim in Plano, TX.
The kind of cases Dawna takes
Dawna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, drug crimes, and dui/dwi matters in Plano and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
J.D. · 1992
University of Texas at Austin
B.B.A. · 1988
Jurisdictions
Dawna's state bar admissions
California Texas Nor
1993 · ACTIVE
Texas
1993 · ACTIVE
Dawna studied at J.D. in University of California, Hastings College of the Law and B.B.A. in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Dawna completed J.D. in University of California, Hastings College of the Law and B.B.A. in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dawna runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Dawna's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas Bar Association Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Dallas Asian American Bar Association
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Locations
Dawna Eunju Kim's office in Plano
Dawna's primary office is at 4975 Preston Park Boulevard, Suite 675, Plano, TX, 75093. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Law Offices of Dawna Kim
4975 Preston Park Boulevard, Suite 675
Plano, TX 75093
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How to hire Dawna Eunju Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dawna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dawna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dawna'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; Dawna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Plano, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Dawna
Dawna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Dawna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dawna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dawna Eunju Kim
How much does it cost to hire Dawna for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dawna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dawna offer a free consultation?
Dawna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dawna's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Dawna's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in Texas typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Dawna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dawna take my case if I'm outside Plano?
Dawna is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dawna 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 Dawna?
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. Dawna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dawna accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Dawna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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