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Yung Mo Kim, Estate Planning Attorney in Buffalo, New York

Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax

MemberatYung M. Kim

Buffalo, NY

Practicing estate planning in Buffalo since 1990.

36+
Years practicing
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Yung Mo Kim is a member based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Yung has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yung M. Kim.

Based in
Buffalo, NY
Experience
over 36 years
Known for
Estate Planning · Probate · Tax
  • Handles Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax matters from Buffalo, NY.
  • Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Yung Mo Kim: Yung Mo Kim is a member based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Yung has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yung M. Kim.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Yung takes on

Yung concentrates on estate planning, probate, tax, trusts, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case Yung handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Estate Planning cases in Buffalo, New York

Yung takes estate planning matters in Buffalo, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yung agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Buffalo, New York

Yung takes probate matters in Buffalo, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yung agrees to represent you.

Tax cases in Buffalo, New York

Yung takes tax matters in Buffalo, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yung agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Buffalo, New York

Yung takes trusts matters in Buffalo, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yung agrees to represent you.

Wills cases in Buffalo, New York

Yung takes wills matters in Buffalo, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Yung agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Yung Mo Kim — estate planning lawyer in Buffalo

Yung Mo Kim is a member based in Buffalo, NY. The practice focuses on Estate Planning, Probate, and Tax. Yung has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yung M. Kim.

Yung Mo Kim is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law. Yung received a A.M. degree from Clark University in 1965, and has been licensed for 36 years. Yung practices at Yung M. Kim in Buffalo, NY.

Working with Yung on a estate planning matter

Yung Mo Kim is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, trusts and estates and 2 other areas of law. Yung received a A.M. degree from Clark University in 1965, and has been licensed for 36 years. Yung practices at Yung M. Kim in Buffalo, NY.

Who Yung represents

Yung reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate planning, probate, and tax matters in Buffalo and the surrounding New York area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Korea University College of Law

    LL.B. State · 1960

  • Clark University

    A.M. Economics · 1965

Jurisdictions

Yung's state bar admissions

  • U.S. District Court,

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1991 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey

    1990 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1990 · ACTIVE

Yung studied at LL.B. State in Korea University College of Law and A.M. Economics in Clark University.

Law school and academic background

Yung completed LL.B. State in Korea University College of Law and A.M. Economics in Clark University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Yung runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Yung's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Erie County, New Jersey State, New York State and American Bar Associations Korean Business Association of Western New York (Legal Advisor) National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys

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Locations

Yung Mo Kim's office in Buffalo

Yung's primary office is at 6470 Main Street, Suite 6, Buffalo, NY, 14221. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Yung M. Kim

6470 Main Street, Suite 6

Buffalo, NY 14221

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Hiring guide

How to hire Yung Mo Kim — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Yung usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Yung charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yung'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; Yung will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a estate planning attorney in Buffalo, New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate planning 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 Yung

Yung discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every estate planning 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. Yung confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Yung's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate planning practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Yung Mo Kim

  • How much does it cost to hire Yung for a estate planning case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Yung walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Yung offer a free consultation?

    Yung charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Yung's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Yung's current terms during booking.

  • How long do estate planning cases in New York typically take?

    Simple estate planning 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. Yung gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Yung take my case if I'm outside Buffalo?

    Yung is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Yung 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 Yung?

    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. Yung will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Yung accepting new estate planning clients right now?

    Yung'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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