Richard Kim is an attorney in DWT's real estate group. He advises public and private investors on a range of alternative investments, including domestic and global real estate funds.
With a background in contract law, corporate structures, venture capital, and private equity/hedge fund management, Richard offers clients a broad view of their investment strategies and legal compliance.
Before starting his own practice, Richard assisted King County prosecutors with drafting and discovery, handling high-profile criminal cases. He also interned for the in-house legal team at Amazon's robotics division, where he assisted with research and transactions advice. He is a combat veteran who served in key leadership positions in Afghanistan and stateside.
Admitted to Practice
- Washington, 2022
Education
- J.D., University of Washington School of Law, 2022
- Gregoire Fellowship Program
- Military Law Society, Vice President
- Environmental Law Clinic
- B.S., Economics, United States Military Academy, West Point, 2014
- Superintendent's Academic Award
- Dean's List
- Joint Chiefs of Staff, J-5 Asia Desk Intern, 2012
Languages
- Korean
Memberships & Affiliations
- Asian Bar Association
- Korean American Bar Association
- National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (NAPABA)
Professional Recognition
- Named "One to Watch" by Best Lawyers in Real Estate Law, 2025
- Bronze Star Medal
- Army Commendation Medal
Background
- Associate, Investment Management, Foster Garvey PC, Seattle, 2022-2023
- Summer Associate, Foster Garvey PC, Seattle, 2021
- Intern, Corporate Counsel, Amazon Robotics, Seattle, 2020
- Extern, Homicide and Violent Crimes Unit, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, Seattle, 2020
- Military Intelligence Officer, Special Operations, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., 2018-2019
- Infantry Scout Platoon Leader, Fort Campbell, Ky., Afghanistan deployment, 2016-2017