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Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim, Entertainment Attorney in Irvine, California

Over 17 years of legal practice · focused on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation

AssociateatMcDermott Will & Emery LLP

Irvine, CA

Practicing entertainment in Irvine since 2009.

17+
Years practicing
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Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim is an associate based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Mandy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP.

Based in
Irvine, CA
Experience
over 17 years
Known for
Entertainment · IP · Litigation
  • Handles Entertainment, IP, and Litigation matters from Irvine, CA.
  • Over 17 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim: Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim is an associate based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Mandy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim

Mandy concentrates on entertainment, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mandy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Entertainment cases in Irvine, California

Mandy takes entertainment matters in Irvine, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mandy agrees to represent you.

IP cases in Irvine, California

Mandy takes ip matters in Irvine, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mandy agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Irvine, California

Mandy takes litigation matters in Irvine, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mandy agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim — Over 17 years of California entertainment experience

Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim is an associate based in Irvine, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment, IP, and Litigation. Mandy has over 17 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP.

Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim is a lawyer practicing advertising, intellectual property, ip litigation. Mandy received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Mandy practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Irvine, CA.

Working with Mandy on a entertainment matter

Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim is a lawyer practicing advertising, intellectual property, ip litigation. Mandy received a B.S. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 2002, and has been licensed for 17 years. Mandy practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in Irvine, CA.

Clients Mandy works with

Mandy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment, ip, and litigation matters in Irvine and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim's legal education and bar admissions

  • Pepperdine University School of Law

    J.D. · 2009

  • University of California at Los Angeles

    B.S. University · 2002

Jurisdictions

Mandy's state bar admissions

  • California

    2009 · ACTIVE

Mandy studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.S. University in University of California at Los Angeles.

Law school and academic background

Mandy completed J.D. in Pepperdine University School of Law and B.S. University in University of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mandy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim's office in Irvine

Mandy's primary office is at 4 Park Plaza, Ste. 1700, Irvine, CA, 92614-2559. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

McDermott Will & Emery LLP

4 Park Plaza, Ste. 1700

Irvine, CA 92614-2559

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a entertainment attorney in Irvine, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 Mandy

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every entertainment 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. Mandy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mandy Hyun-Joo Kim

  • How much does it cost to hire Mandy for a entertainment case?

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

  • Does Mandy offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?

    Simple entertainment 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. Mandy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mandy take my case if I'm outside Irvine?

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

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

  • Is Mandy accepting new entertainment clients right now?

    Mandy'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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