Sumy Kim, Employment Attorney in San Francisco, California
San Francisco, CA
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Sumy Kim is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
- Based in
- San Francisco, CALIFORNIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from San Francisco, CALIFORNIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Sumy Kim: Sumy Kim is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sumy Kim
Sumy concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sumy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in San Francisco, California
Sumy takes employment matters in San Francisco, 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 Sumy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sumy Kim — Attorney of California employment experience
Sumy Kim is an attorney based in San Francisco, CALIFORNIA. The practice focuses on Employment.
Sumy Kim is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management.
Sumy, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sumy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Working with Sumy on a employment matter
Sumy Kim is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor and Employment Law - Management. Sumy, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sumy is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Sumy represents
Sumy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Sumy Kim's legal education and bar admissions
Golden Gate University
J.D. · 2012
Sumy studied at J.D. in Golden Gate University.
Law school and academic background
Sumy completed J.D. in Golden Gate University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sumy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sumy Kim
Sumy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
Locations
Sumy Kim's office in San Francisco
Sumy's primary office is at 1 Embarcadero Center, Suite 2100, San Francisco, California, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Sumy Kim
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How to hire Sumy 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 Sumy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sumy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sumy'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; Sumy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in San Francisco, 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 Sumy
Sumy 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. Sumy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sumy'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 Sumy Kim
How much does it cost to hire Sumy for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sumy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sumy offer a free consultation?
Sumy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sumy's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Sumy'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. Sumy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sumy take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?
Sumy 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 — Sumy 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 Sumy?
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. Sumy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sumy accepting new employment clients right now?
Sumy'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 San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California
Sumy handles employment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 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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