Jong Hyun "Edward" Lee

Jong Hyun “Edward Lee” is an associate in the Los Angeles office handling both transaction and litigation matters on behalf of clients. Mr. Lee’s experience encompasses corporate formation and general regulatory compliance, real estate transactions, privacy compliance and litigation, labor and employment compliance and litigation, and commercial litigation.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Lee worked at a boutique litigation firm where he handled whistleblower retaliation claims on behalf of the County of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles District Attorney. During his tenure with the employment litigation team, Mr. Lee played a pivotal role in obtaining a favorable decision for the County after a year-long administrative trial before the Los Angeles Civil Service Commission. Mr. Lee’s experience also includes defending vehicle manufacturers against Song-Beverly Act claims, including Honda, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz. Mr. Lee also defended premises liability claims on behalf of municipalities such as the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego. Mr. Lee has both bench and jury trial experience and has litigated extensively in Orange County and Los Angeles courts.

Mr. Lee is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) registered with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) and is certified to handle matters regarding U.S. privacy laws.

Mr. Lee is admitted to practice law in the State of California, Northern and Central Districts of California, and the District of Columbia.