Heili Kim, Entertainment Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, General, and Government
CounselatVenable Llp
Washington, DC
Practicing entertainment in Washington since 2001.
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Heili Kim is a counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. Heili has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable Llp.
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- Washington, DC
- Experience
- over 25 years
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- Entertainment · General · Government
- Handles Entertainment, General, and Government matters from Washington, DC.
- Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Heili Kim: Heili Kim is a counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. Heili has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable Llp.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Heili Kim
Heili concentrates on entertainment, general, government, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Heili handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment
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General
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Government
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Health Care
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Entertainment cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Heili takes entertainment matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Heili agrees to represent you.
General cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Heili takes general matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Heili agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Heili takes government matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Heili agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Heili takes health care matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Heili agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Heili Kim — Over 25 years of District of Columbia entertainment experience
Heili Kim is a counsel based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Entertainment, General, and Government. Heili has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Venable Llp.
Heili Kim is a lawyer practicing administrative law, health law, legislation and 3 other areas of law. Heili received a M.P.H. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2009, and has been licensed for 25 years. Heili practices at Venable LLP in Washington, DC.
How Heili handles entertainment matters
Heili Kim is a lawyer practicing administrative law, health law, legislation and 3 other areas of law. Heili received a M.P.H. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 2009, and has been licensed for 25 years. Heili practices at Venable LLP in Washington, DC.
Who Heili represents
Heili reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, general, and government matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Heili Kim's legal education and bar admissions
The American University, Washington College of Law
J.D. · 1999
University of California, Los Angeles
M.P.H. University · 2009
Jurisdictions
Heili's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
2002 · ACTIVE
Maryland
2001 · ACTIVE
Heili studied at J.D. in The American University, Washington College of Law and M.P.H. University in University of California, Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Heili completed J.D. in The American University, Washington College of Law and M.P.H. University in University of California, Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Heili runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Heili Kim's office in Washington
Heili's primary office is at 575 7th Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20004. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Heili Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Heili usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Heili charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Heili'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; Heili will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Heili
Heili discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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. Heili confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Heili's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Heili Kim
How much does it cost to hire Heili for a entertainment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Heili walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Heili offer a free consultation?
Heili charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Heili's office. Some entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Heili's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple entertainment 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. Heili gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Heili take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Heili is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Heili 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 Heili?
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. Heili will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Heili accepting new entertainment clients right now?
Heili'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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