Law Office of Gary J. Kim - Irvine, CA
Law Office of Gary J. Kim is an established immigration and nationality law practice based in Irvine, California, founded by attorney Gary Joonsuh Kim. Admitted to the California Bar in 2002 and having successfully handled over 5,000 immigration cases, attorney Gary J. Kim provides skilled representation in employment-based visas, EB-1 and EB-2 National Interest Waivers, E-2 investor visas, family green cards, and deportation defense.
Strategic United States Immigration and Visa Advocacy in Irvine
Navigating the complex and rapidly evolving United States immigration system requires meticulous legal preparation, comprehensive documentation, and deep statutory knowledge. At Law Office of Gary J. Kim, individuals, families, global investors, and corporate employers receive sophisticated legal solutions designed to secure lawful permanent residency and temporary visas. When clients need to hire an attorney in Irvine with a proven record of handling visa petitions, founding attorney Gary Joonsuh Kim brings over two decades of legal experience. Holding a Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School and an MBA from UC Davis, attorney Kim combines business acumen with zealous advocacy before United States immigration authorities.
Employment-Based Immigrant Visas, EB-1, and EB-2 NIW
Achieving permanent residency based on professional achievement or investment is a cornerstone of the firm's practice. International researchers, executives, and accomplished specialists seeking to find a lawyer for employment-based green cards rely on Gary J. Kim's comprehensive case preparation, including:
- EB-1A extraordinary ability petitions for individuals recognized at the national or international level in sciences, arts, education, or business.
- EB-1C multinational executive and manager immigrant petitions for corporate leadership transfers.
- EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions demonstrating that the applicant's proposed endeavor possesses substantial intrinsic merit and national importance to the United States.
- Permanent labor certification (PERM) applications and EB-3 skilled and professional worker filings.
Non-Immigrant Work Visas and E-2 Treaty Investor Status
Foreign entrepreneurs and growing enterprises establishing operations in Southern California need responsive legal counsel to maintain lawful status. When corporate clients need an attorney urgently to address visa expiration deadlines or request for evidence notices from USCIS, the firm moves decisively to protect foreign personnel:
- E-2 treaty investor and E-1 treaty trader visas for qualifying foreign nationals making substantial investments in California businesses.
- H-1B specialty occupation petitions, cap-exempt filings, and compliance with Department of Labor regulations.
- L-1A intracompany transferee executive and L-1B specialized knowledge petitions.
- O-1 extraordinary ability visas for artists, performers, athletic competitors, and media figures.
Family-Based Immigration, Waivers, and Removal Defense
Uniting families remains at the heart of attorney Gary J. Kim's practice. The firm guides spouses, children, and parents through adjustment of status and consular processing. When legal complications arise from prior immigration violations or status lapses, the firm prepares persuasive I-601 and I-601A hardship waivers. Attorney Kim also provides vigorous defense in deportation defense proceedings before immigration courts and appellate representation before the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Dedicated Multilingual Legal Support
Located on Corporate Park in Irvine with offices in Los Angeles and Buena Park, Law Office of Gary J. Kim serves a diverse international clientele. The firm provides bilingual services in English and Korean, ensuring every client receives transparent communication. Contact the Irvine office today for a consultation to evaluate your immigration pathways.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Located in the Irvine Business Complex, situated between Jamboree Road and Beckman.
Building Location
This office is located in Corporate Park, a modern 3-story Class A commercial office building located near Bill Barber Memorial Park.
Parking Details
Ample complimentary parking is available for clients in the surrounding open-air surface parking lot or covered parking stalls.
Public Transit
Served by Orange County Transportation Authority Route 401 (Tustin Station - Irvine Business Complex); nearest stop is at Jamboree-Beckman.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the main lobby of 43 Corporate Park on the ground floor and proceed directly to Suite 105.