Atty. Cheon Kim

Atty. Cheon Kim

Cheon Kim is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property, corporate. Cheon received a B.S.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Corporate & More Attorney · Serving Grand Rapids, MI · 26+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Cheon Kim at a Glance

Cheon Kim is an Alticor Inc. based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on business and ip. Admitted to practice in California (2000). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1998) and University of Michigan (B.S.E. University, 1987). Serves clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About Cheon Kim

  • Cheon Kim is a lawyer practicing patent, intellectual property, corporate
  • Cheon received a B.S.E. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Cheon practices in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Cheon Kim's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheon Kim handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Grand Rapids.

Business & Corporate Law in Grand Rapids

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property in Grand Rapids

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Grand Rapids

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Grand Rapids are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Grand Rapids Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Grand Rapids-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Cheon Kim

Where is Cheon Kim's law office located?
Cheon Kim's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheon Kim handle?
Cheon Kim focuses on business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Cheon Kim practiced law?
Cheon Kim has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Cheon Kim go to law school?
Cheon Kim earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S.E. University, 1987).
How can I contact Cheon Kim for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Grand Rapids Choose Cheon Kim

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Cheon Kim's practice in the field of business and ip.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Cheon Kim brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering business and ip, Cheon Kim can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Grand Rapids

A Grand Rapids-based practice means Cheon Kim attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Cheon Kim Handles in Grand Rapids

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Cheon Kim has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
Trademark registration
IP
Copyright infringement defense
IP
Patent prosecution
IP
Trade secret protection
IP

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Cheon Kim directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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How People Find Cheon Kim Online

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Cheon Kim's Practice Areas & Specializations

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of Michigan
- 1998
B.S.E. University
University of Michigan
- 1987

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2000

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