Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn, Employment Attorney in the United States
Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatWaxman, Carpenter-Gunn
Practicing employment since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn is a member based in Hamilton, ON. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Kim has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waxman, Carpenter-Gunn. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Hamilton, ON
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Employment · Personal Injury
- Handles Employment and Personal Injury matters from Hamilton, ON.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn: Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn is a member based in Hamilton, ON. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Kim has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waxman, Carpenter-Gunn. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Kim's practice areas in the U.S.
Kim concentrates on employment and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases nationwide
Kim takes employment matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Kim takes personal injury matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kim agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn, employment attorney serving the U.S.
Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn is a member based in Hamilton, ON. The practice focuses on Employment and Personal Injury. Kim has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Waxman, Carpenter-Gunn. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Kim works from the U.S. and takes on employment matters across the region.
Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn is a lawyer practicing personal injury, labor & employment. Kim A. received a B.A. degree from York University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years. Kim A. practices at Waxman, Carpenter-Gunn in Hamilton, ON.
Kim's approach to employment cases
Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn is a lawyer practicing personal injury, labor & employment. Kim A. received a B.A. degree from York University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years. Kim A. practices at Waxman, Carpenter-Gunn in Hamilton, ON.
The kind of cases Kim takes
Kim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and personal injury matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kim studied and practices
University of Windsor
LL.B. · 1981
York University
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Kim's state bar admissions
Ontario
1983 · ACTIVE
Kim studied at LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.A. in York University.
Law school and academic background
Kim completed LL.B. in University of Windsor and B.A. in York University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kim runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kim's legal honors and published work
Kim has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Kim's professional memberships and bar associations
Canadian Bar Association Law Society of Upper Canada Hamilton Law Association (Trustee, 1991-1992) Association of Trial Lawyers of America Women's Law Association
membership
Locations
Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn's office in Hamilton
Kim's primary office is at 374 Main St., W., Hamilton, ON, L8P 1K2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Kim. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim'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; Kim will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Kim
Kim discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Kim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kim's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kim A. Carpenter-Gunn
How much does it cost to hire Kim for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kim offer a free consultation?
Kim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kim's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Kim's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in this state typically take?
Simple employment 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. Kim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kim take my case if I'm outside the area?
Kim evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Kim's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kim?
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. Kim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kim accepting new employment clients right now?
Kim's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.