About Kim
Kim Dunn is a partner at Landye Bennett Blumstein LLP, located at 701 West 8th Avenue, Suite 1200, in Anchorage, Alaska. Since 1985, she has dedicated her legal career to practicing law in Alaska, with a primary focus on employment and labor law. Her firm handles a diverse range of cases, including discrimination and harassment complaints, union grievances, and wage and hour disputes. Dunn's experience in this field has made her a trusted advisor for both public and private entities navigating complex legal fields. Dunn earned her Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law in 1985.
Prior to her legal education, she graduated magna cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1981. During her time in law school, she worked by clerking for the U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska. This early exposure to the judicial system laid the groundwork for her future career, equipping her with the skills necessary to effectively represent her clients. Throughout her career, Dunn has provided counsel on compliance with state and federal civil rights laws, fair housing regulations, and Alaska Native preference provisions.
Her legal expertise extends to defending employers against various employment-related claims, including those involving gender discrimination, sexual harassment, disability discrimination, and race discrimination. Her commitment to advocating for her clients has established her as a prominent figure in the field of employment law in Alaska. Before joining Landye Bennett Blumstein LLP in 2000, Dunn was a shareholder at Birch, Horton, Bittner and Cherot from 1995 to 1999. She also served as a shareholder at Blumstein and Dunn in 1999, further solidifying her reputation in the legal community. With over three decades of experience, her focus on employment and labor law has allowed her to develop a understanding of the challenges faced by employers and employees alike.
In addition to her legal practice, Dunn is an active member of the Alaska Bar Association, where she has served on the Disciplinary Committee since 1997. She is also a member of the American Bar Association and the Construction Law Forum. Recognized for her contributions to the legal community, Dunn continues to serve clients in Anchorage and throughout Alaska. Her involvement in various community initiatives, including providing operational advice to public and nonprofit entities, demonstrates her commitment to making a positive impact beyond the courtroom. Dunn's participation in labor negotiations and her experience with wage and hour claims, as well as whistleblower cases, further highlight her comprehensive legal acumen.
