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Judy Kim

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Judy Kim is running for New York Supreme Court Judge, 1st District.

Personal background

Judy is from Kips Bay, New York. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania and a Juris Doctor degree from Tulane Law School. She currently lives in Manhattan, New York.

Professional background

Before taking the bench, Judy was a trial and appellate litigator for 17 years, representing clients in federal and state courts. She also worked as an associate counsel at the New York Liquidation Bureau, handling litigation related to bankrupt insurance companies.

Political background

Judy Kim is currently an acting Justice of the New York State Supreme Court. She was elected to the New York County Civil Court bench in 2016 and served as a judge there until 2022.

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Six Candidates Vying for 3 Seats On NY County Supreme Court

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Judy H. Kim Makes History as First Korean American Elected to NY ...

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Judy H. Kim Makes History as First Korean American Elected to NY ...

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Judy H. Kim Makes History as First Korean American Elected to NY ...

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Six Candidates Vying for 3 Seats On NY County Supreme Court

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