Nam Hung Paik

Functions as a College/University

Provides legal services

Operates as a legal association

The Korean American Bar Association of Southern California, Inc. is a nonprofit organization composed of attorneys and law students that serves the Korean American and broader Southern California communities. The non-profit company is based in Beverly Hills, CA. The organization promotes legal excellence, diversity, and community advocacy through initiatives such as monthly pro bono legal clinics addressing issues like domestic violence, family law, eviction, foreclosure, small business disputes, and immigration, primarily assisting monolingual and limited-English proficient Korean community members. The clinics are supported by the KABA Foundation, which facilitates tax-deductible donations to fund pro bono services, fellowships, and scholarships. The association also offers networking and professional development opportunities, including monthly lunch programs, MCLE events, mentorship programs, law student career panels, and a judicial endorsement program. Membership benefits include access to events, community advocacy involvement, scholarships, and discounts on membership to the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association.