Lily Kim, Employment Attorney in Chicago, Illinois
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Tax
Chicago, IL
Practicing employment in Chicago since 2006.
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Lily Kim is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Lily has over 20 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Chicago, IL
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Employment · Tax
- Handles Employment and Tax matters from Chicago, IL.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lily Kim: Lily Kim is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Lily has over 20 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lily Kim
Lily concentrates on employment and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Chicago, Illinois
Lily takes employment matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lily agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Chicago, Illinois
Lily takes tax matters in Chicago, Illinois. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lily agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lily Kim — Over 20 years of Illinois employment experience
Lily Kim is an attorney based in Chicago, IL. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax. Lily has over 20 years of legal experience.
Lily Kim is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, taxation. Lily received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years. Lily practices in Chicago, IL.
Lily's approach to employment cases
Lily Kim is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, taxation. Lily received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years. Lily practices in Chicago, IL.
Clients Lily works with
Lily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and tax matters in Chicago and the surrounding Illinois area.
Credentials
Lily Kim's legal education and bar admissions
University of Illinois College of Law
J.D. · 2006
Northwestern University
B.S. Communication · 2001
Jurisdictions
Lily's state bar admissions
Illinois
2006 · ACTIVE
Lily studied at J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and B.S. Communication in Northwestern University.
Law school and academic background
Lily completed J.D. in University of Illinois College of Law and B.S. Communication in Northwestern University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lily runs in Illinois is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Lily Kim's office in Chicago
Lily's primary office is at 230 S. Dearborn, Chicago, IL, 60604-1505. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Lily Kim
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Lily 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 Lily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lily'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; Lily will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Chicago, Illinois
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 Lily
Lily 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. Lily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lily'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 Lily Kim
How much does it cost to hire Lily for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lily offer a free consultation?
Lily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lily's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lily's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Illinois 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. Lily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lily take my case if I'm outside Chicago?
Lily is licensed in Illinois. Matters governed by Illinois law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lily 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 Lily?
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. Lily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lily accepting new employment clients right now?
Lily'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 Chicago, Springfield and Northbrook in Illinois
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