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.
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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.
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- 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
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IP
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Litigation
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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.
McDermott Will & Emery LLP
4 Park Plaza, Ste. 1700
Irvine, CA 92614-2559
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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
Entertainment attorneys serving Irvine, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Mandy handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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