Atty. Thomas J. "Tom" Kim

Atty. Thomas J. "Tom" Kim

Thomas J. Kim is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law and Securities Regulation.

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Profile Summary

About Thomas J. "Tom" Kim at a glance

Thomas J. "Tom" Kim is a business and securities attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Thomas J. Kim is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Governance Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law and Securities Regulation
  • Thomas J., who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2017
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Thomas J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas J. "Tom" Kim's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas J. "Tom" Kim handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

Thomas J. "Tom" Kim is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas J. "Tom" Kim

Where is Thomas J. "Tom" Kim's law office located?
Thomas J. "Tom" Kim's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas J. "Tom" Kim handle?
Thomas J. "Tom" Kim focuses on business, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
Where did Thomas J. "Tom" Kim go to law school?
Thomas J. "Tom" Kim earned their education at (J.D., 1995).
How can I contact Thomas J. "Tom" Kim for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas J. "Tom" Kim received?
Thomas J. "Tom" Kim's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1995

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026

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