Atty. Joon Kim
Joon Kim is a lawyer practicing business litigation, bankruptcy, criminal law. Joon received a B.S. degree from University of California, Hass School of Business, Berkeley in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 27+ Years Experience
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About Joon Kim at a Glance
Joon Kim is a criminal defense, business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Pasadena, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in California (1999) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court (1999). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1999) and University of California, Hass School of Business, Berkeley (B.S., 1996). Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Joon Kim
- Joon Kim is a lawyer practicing business litigation, bankruptcy, criminal law
- Joon received a B.S. degree from University of California, Hass School of Business, Berkeley in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
- Joon practices in Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Joon Kim's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joon Kim handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
Criminal Defense in Pasadena
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Business & Corporate Law in Pasadena
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Joon Kim is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Pasadena
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Joon Kim is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Pasadena
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pasadena Choose Joon 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 Joon Kim's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Joon Kim brings 27+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court , Joon Kim can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and bankruptcy, Joon Kim can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means Joon 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 Joon Kim Handles in Pasadena
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Joon Kim has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Joon Kim directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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