Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim, shareholder at Stream Kim, is recognized as one of California’s premier trial attorneys, trusted by Fortune 500 companies, small businesses, entertainers, and professional athletes. His diverse client roster includes HYBE Corporation, BTS, IU, New Jeans, Chris Brown, Forever 21, Walmart, Chick-fil-A, In-N-Out, and major health and real estate organizations. Known for his courtroom success, Mr. Kim has secured multimillion-dollar verdicts and favorable outcomes in highly complex disputes.

Mr. Kim earned his law degree from Southwestern Law School, where he was Chair of the Moot Court Honors Program and recipient of the Law Review Blue Book Award. Since then, he has built a distinguished career representing clients in business, real estate, employment, intellectual property, tax, and public law matters. His training at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and completion of leadership programs such as Leadership Riverside reflect his commitment to both skill development and community advancement.

Over the years, Mr. Kim has obtained numerous defense verdicts and multimillion-dollar judgments in cases involving commercial disputes, intellectual property, civil rights, real estate, healthcare, and employment law. From representing global corporations in trademark disputes to defending against high-profile fraud and contract claims, he has repeatedly demonstrated the ability to deliver results in challenging cases. His “AV-Preeminent” rating from Martindale-Hubbell underscores his excellence in legal ability and ethics.

Beyond litigation, Eugene Kim actively serves the legal and local community. He sits on Governor Gavin Newsom’s Judicial Selection Advisory Committee, is Vice Chair of Altura Credit Union, Vice President of the Legal Aid Society of San Bernardino, and a board member for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Mr. Kim has also held leadership roles in the San Bernardino County Bar Association, Orange County Korean American Bar Association, and the Asian Pacific American Lawyers of the Inland Empire. With his extensive trial record and community leadership, he continues to be a leading force in California’s legal landscape.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Stream Kim Hicks Wrage & Alfaro, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of California
• Board of Directors, Altura Credit Union (2017-Present)
• President, San Bernardino County Bar Association (2017-2020)
• Treasurer, National Asian Pacific American Bar Association (2016-2017)
• Board Member, Orange County Korean American Bar Association (2009-2012)
• Founding Member, Pick Group of Young Professionals
• Member, Tech Coast Angels (2012-2014)
• Board Member, Big Brothers Big Sisters (2014-Present)
• Board Member, The Unforgettables Foundation (2007-2010)
• Director of Corporate Relations, Asian Professional Exchange (2009-2010)
• Governor Gavin Newsom, Judicial Selection Advisory Committee (2019-Present)
• Board Member, Asian Pacific American Lawyers of the Inland Empire (2013-2017)

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Southwestern Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• USC Marshall School of Business
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Awards & Badges