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The ribbed concrete facade of Equitable Plaza, 3435 Wilshire Boulevard, palm trees below — the building where Ryu & Yun Law has its offices.

Ryu & Yun Law · Koreatown, Los Angeles

If you strive for peace, then prepare for war.

Trial attorneys for civil, business and criminal matters.

Recognized by the profession.

Trial-lawyer honors and peer ratings, earned case by case.

  • 40+ years of service
  • 5 professional honors
  • 23 practice areas
Si vis pacem, para bellum

Preparation is the strategy.

Being ready to go the distance is what resolves disputes early. We research every matter thoroughly, anticipate the other side and build each case as if it will be tried, so our clients negotiate from strength and conflicts are often settled without prolonged litigation.

Our philosophy
Practice areas

Three fronts. One firm.

All services
01

Civil

Injury, employment, immigration and the disputes that upend everyday life.

  • Personal Injury
  • Employment
  • Immigration
  • Landlord Tenant
  • Professional Malpractice
  • Homeowner Association
  • International Law
02

Business

Real estate, corporate transactions and litigation for companies at every stage.

  • Real Estate
  • Corporate Transactions
  • Business Litigation
  • Intellectual Property
  • Startup Companies
  • Bankruptcy
  • Entertainment & Sports
03

Criminal

From DUI to the most serious charges, a defense prepared for trial from day one.

  • Drug Offenses
  • DUI
  • Assault & Battery
  • Domestic Violence
  • Burglary & Robbery
  • Sex Crime
  • Murder & Manslaughter
  • Juvenile Crimes
  • Gang Crimes
The attorneys

Meet the team.

Two founding partners and two Of Counsel attorneys — trial lawyers first, across civil, business and criminal matters, with more than forty years of service.

Testimonials

From those who we fight for.

We truly value your words and the journeys that we go through with our clients in every step of the way.

0107

This is a great law firm—Tom and Nathan are absolutely outstanding. It was really great getting to know these two and especially having me in their care. The case results, even though it was a long process and albeit emotional for me lots, we finally reached the conclusion that I am more than satisfied with. Thank you, you two.

Sophia MartinezClient

I've entrusted and vouched many other people to this law firm because of how exceptional both Nathan and Tom are into their works. I really thank them for a lot of the things that they've done for us and being able accomplish things through their perseverance and professionalism.

Jordan BeckettClient

This team went above and beyond for me. They were there for me every single step of the way—no question was too small, no detail overlooked. Nathan, my case manager, kept me in the loop constantly and actually listened to what I was going through. I’ve worked with a lot of folks in this field, but these guys are different. They’re sharp, they care, and they get stuff done.

Tae-yong KimClient

As a United States Marine Corps Afghanistan War Veteran, I am proud to say Joseph is all FIGHT!...I recommended him to my best friend, a US Navy Corpsman who also received tremendous help from Joseph. I was arrested and charged with a felony, because of Joseph’s tenacious work ethic and knowledge of the law, it was completely dismissed with no probation.

Manuel AmayaClient

Responsive, capable attorneys who get the job done! Absolutely would recommend anyone needing defense on a criminal matter or representation in a civil case.

Guillermo CasabeClient

Three days waiting on insurance—no assessment, no rental, no answers. A friend suggested Ryu Yun. They replied in minutes, jumped on my case instantly, and haven’t let up since. No fluff, no delays—just clear updates and action. This is the kind of hustle that actually fixes problems. I really appreciate them.

Omar KhalidClient

From the first conversation, Thomas and Nathan made everything clear, concise, and walked me through everything that I truly needed to know about how I should go about things and proceed. I really do think these are the lawyers that you should go for.

Lila PatelClient
In the news

On camera. On record.

Attorney Thomas J. Ryu faces a crowd of microphones outside the courthouse during the Mehringer Trials.
Mehringer TrialsThomas J. Ryu · Outside the courthouse
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu discusses the Lin Trials during an NBC Los Angeles interview in his office.
Lin TrialsThomas J. Ryu · NBC Los Angeles interview
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu prepares for a live broadcast in a newsroom studio.
On AirThomas J. Ryu · Live broadcast
Thomas J. Ryu with community and law-enforcement leaders at a KAFLA event covered by MBC America.
KAFLA · HochmanThomas J. Ryu · MBC America
Attorneys in a downtown Los Angeles courtroom during the Baghalian arraignment, as broadcast by KCAL News.
Baghalian ArraignmentThomas J. Ryu · CBS Los Angeles · KCAL News
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu faces a crowd of microphones outside the courthouse during the Mehringer Trials.
Mehringer TrialsThomas J. Ryu · Outside the courthouse
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu discusses the Lin Trials during an NBC Los Angeles interview in his office.
Lin TrialsThomas J. Ryu · NBC Los Angeles interview
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu prepares for a live broadcast in a newsroom studio.
On AirThomas J. Ryu · Live broadcast
Thomas J. Ryu with community and law-enforcement leaders at a KAFLA event covered by MBC America.
KAFLA · HochmanThomas J. Ryu · MBC America
Attorneys in a downtown Los Angeles courtroom during the Baghalian arraignment, as broadcast by KCAL News.
Baghalian ArraignmentThomas J. Ryu · CBS Los Angeles · KCAL News
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu prepares for a live broadcast in a modern newsroom studio.On AirLive broadcast, Los Angeles
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu in the Baghalian arraignment courtroom, captured by CBS Los Angeles cameras.Baghalian ArraignmentCBS Los Angeles · KCAL News
Attorney Thomas J. Ryu discusses the Lin Trials during an NBC Los Angeles interview.Lin TrialsNBC Los Angeles
FAQ

Questions we hear first.

Three areas. Civil matters such as personal injury, employment and landlord–tenant disputes; business work, from real estate and corporate transactions to litigation; and criminal defense, from DUI to the most serious charges. If you are not sure where your situation fits, ask.