Sung B. Yhim, Business Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Class Action, and Consumer · 5.0/5 rating from 15 verified client reviews
AssociateatMcGuireWoods LLP
Baltimore, MD
Practicing business in Baltimore since 2003.
- 23+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 15 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Sung B. Yhim is an associate based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Sung has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
- Based in
- Baltimore, MD
- Experience
- over 23 years
- Known for
- Business · Class Action · Consumer
- Handles Business, Class Action, and Consumer matters from Baltimore, MD.
- Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Sung B. Yhim: Sung B. Yhim is an associate based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Sung has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Sung B. Yhim
Sung concentrates on business, class action, consumer, general, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sung handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Consumer
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Business cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sung takes business matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sung agrees to represent you.
Class Action cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sung takes class action matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sung agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sung takes consumer matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sung agrees to represent you.
General cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sung takes general matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sung agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Baltimore, Maryland
Sung takes insurance matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Sung agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Sung B. Yhim — Over 23 years of Maryland business experience
Sung B. Yhim is an associate based in Baltimore, MD. The practice focuses on Business, Class Action, and Consumer. Sung has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 15 client reviews.
Sung B. Yhim is a lawyer practicing banking, class action litigation, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law. Sung received a M.S. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1997, and has been licensed for 23 years. Sung practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Baltimore, MD.
Sung's approach to business cases
Sung B. Yhim is a lawyer practicing banking, class action litigation, commercial litigation and 7 other areas of law. Sung received a M.S. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1997, and has been licensed for 23 years. Sung practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Baltimore, MD.
Clients Sung works with
Sung reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, class action, and consumer matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.
Credentials
Sung B. Yhim's legal education and bar admissions
Catholic University of America
J.D. · 2002
Johns Hopkins University
M.S. University · 1997
Jurisdictions
Sung's state bar admissions
Virginia U.S. Distri
2004 · ACTIVE
Maryland
2003 · ACTIVE
Sung studied at J.D. in Catholic University of America and M.S. University in Johns Hopkins University.
Law school and academic background
Sung completed J.D. in Catholic University of America and M.S. University in Johns Hopkins University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sung runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Sung B. Yhim
Sung has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Sung B. Yhim's office in Baltimore
Sung's primary office is at 500 E. Pratt St., Ste. 1000, Baltimore, MD, 21202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Sung B. Yhim — 5.0/5 rating from 15 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Sung. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Baltimore.
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How to hire Sung B. Yhim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sung usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sung charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sung'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; Sung will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Baltimore, Maryland
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Sung
Sung discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Sung confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sung's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sung B. Yhim
How much does it cost to hire Sung for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sung walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sung offer a free consultation?
Sung charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sung's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Sung's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Maryland typically take?
Simple business 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. Sung gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sung take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?
Sung is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Sung 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 Sung?
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. Sung will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sung accepting new business clients right now?
Sung's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Baltimore, Annapolis and Rockville in Maryland
Sung handles business matters throughout Maryland. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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