
Susan Kim, Appellate Attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Bankruptcy, and General
PartneratBingham McCutchen LLP
Hartford, CT
Practicing appellate in Hartford since 1998.
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Susan Kim is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Bankruptcy, and General. Susan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bingham McCutchen LLP.
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- Hartford, CT
- Experience
- over 28 years
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- Appellate · Bankruptcy · General
- Handles Appellate, Bankruptcy, and General matters from Hartford, CT.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Susan Kim: Susan Kim is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Bankruptcy, and General. Susan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bingham McCutchen LLP.
Areas of practice
Susan's practice areas in Hartford
Susan concentrates on appellate, bankruptcy, general, litigation, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case Susan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Appellate cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Susan takes appellate matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Bankruptcy cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Susan takes bankruptcy matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Susan takes general matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Susan takes litigation matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Hartford, Connecticut
Susan takes business matters in Hartford, Connecticut. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Susan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Susan Kim, appellate attorney serving Hartford
Susan Kim is a partner based in Hartford, CT. The practice focuses on Appellate, Bankruptcy, and General. Susan has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bingham McCutchen LLP. Susan works from Hartford, Connecticut and takes on appellate matters across the region.
Susan Kim is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, bankruptcy & debt, appellate and 4 other areas of law. Susan received a degree from Tufts University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Susan practices at Bingham McCutchen LLP in Hartford, CT.
Working with Susan on a appellate matter
Susan Kim is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, bankruptcy & debt, appellate and 4 other areas of law. Susan received a degree from Tufts University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years. Susan practices at Bingham McCutchen LLP in Hartford, CT.
Who Susan represents
Susan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, bankruptcy, and general matters in Hartford and the surrounding Connecticut area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Susan studied and practices
Syracuse University College of Law
JD · 1998
Tufts University
Bachelor · 1994
Jurisdictions
Susan's state bar admissions
Connecticut U.S. Dis
1998 · ACTIVE
Susan studied at JD in Syracuse University College of Law and Bachelor in Tufts University.
Law school and academic background
Susan completed JD in Syracuse University College of Law and Bachelor in Tufts University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Susan runs in Connecticut is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Susan's professional memberships and bar associations
•American Bar Association •Connecticut Bar Association •National Asian Pacific American Bar Association •Connecticut Asian Pacific American Bar Association
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Locations
Susan Kim's office in Hartford
Susan's primary office is at One State Street, Hartford, CT, 06103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Susan Kim — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Susan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Susan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan'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; Susan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Hartford, Connecticut
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Susan
Susan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate 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. Susan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Susan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Susan Kim
How much does it cost to hire Susan for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Susan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Susan offer a free consultation?
Susan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Susan's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Susan's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Connecticut typically take?
Simple appellate 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. Susan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Susan take my case if I'm outside Hartford?
Susan is licensed in Connecticut. Matters governed by Connecticut law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Susan 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 Susan?
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. Susan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Susan accepting new appellate clients right now?
Susan'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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