Sunghwan Kim, Immigration Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Immigration and Real Estate
MemberatThe Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing immigration in Los Angeles since 1998.
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- Years practicing
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Sunghwan Kim is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration and Real Estate. Sunghwan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim.
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- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- Immigration · Real Estate
- Handles Immigration and Real Estate matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Sunghwan Kim: Sunghwan Kim is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration and Real Estate. Sunghwan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sunghwan takes on
Sunghwan concentrates on immigration and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sunghwan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Immigration cases in Los Angeles, California
Sunghwan takes immigration matters in Los Angeles, 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 Sunghwan agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Los Angeles, California
Sunghwan takes real estate matters in Los Angeles, 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 Sunghwan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sunghwan Kim — immigration lawyer in Los Angeles
Sunghwan Kim is a member based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Immigration and Real Estate. Sunghwan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim.
Sunghwan Kim is a lawyer practicing immigration, real estate. Sunghwan received a B.A. degree from Kyung Hee University in 1986, and has been licensed for 28 years. Sunghwan practices at The Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Sunghwan on a immigration matter
Sunghwan Kim is a lawyer practicing immigration, real estate. Sunghwan received a B.A. degree from Kyung Hee University in 1986, and has been licensed for 28 years. Sunghwan practices at The Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Sunghwan represents
Sunghwan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for immigration and real estate matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University
J.D. · 1998
Kyung Hee University
B.A. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Sunghwan's state bar admissions
California
1998 · ACTIVE
Sunghwan studied at J.D. in Southwestern University and B.A. in Kyung Hee University.
Law school and academic background
Sunghwan completed J.D. in Southwestern University and B.A. in Kyung Hee University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sunghwan runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Sunghwan Kim's office in Los Angeles
Sunghwan's primary office is at 3255 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1717, Los Angeles, CA, 90010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
The Law Offices of Richard Sunghwan Kim
3255 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1717
Los Angeles, CA 90010
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How to hire Sunghwan Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new immigration attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sunghwan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sunghwan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sunghwan'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; Sunghwan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a immigration attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many immigration 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 Sunghwan
Sunghwan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in immigration practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every immigration 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. Sunghwan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sunghwan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many immigration practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sunghwan Kim
How much does it cost to hire Sunghwan for a immigration case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sunghwan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sunghwan offer a free consultation?
Sunghwan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sunghwan's office. Some immigration attorneys offer free consults — check Sunghwan's current terms during booking.
How long do immigration cases in California typically take?
Simple immigration 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. Sunghwan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sunghwan take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Sunghwan 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 — Sunghwan 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 Sunghwan?
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. Sunghwan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sunghwan accepting new immigration clients right now?
Sunghwan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Immigration attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Sunghwan handles immigration matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified immigration attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 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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