I was born in Seoul, South Korea on August 20, 1968. At the age of six, I immigrated to the United States with my parents and younger sister. I grew up in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. I graduated with Class Honors from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics in 1990. I then attended law school at The American University, Washington College of Law, earning my Juris Doctor Degree in 1993.

Prior to graduation from law school, I accepted a commission as an officer in the United States Navy Judge Advocate General’s Corps. Motivated by a strong desire to be a leader and to be part of something greater than myself, I chose to serve my country in uniform. During six years of active duty service in the United States Navy, I established a proven record of success and achievement as a criminal defense attorney, prosecutor, and general counsel in San Francisco, California, Naples, Italy, and Patuxent River, Maryland. In my last active duty assignment, I served as General Counsel to the Naval Air Warfare Center.

In this challenging and demanding role, I was the principal legal advisor to a Navy admiral in the areas of criminal law, labor and employment law, environmental compliance, and federal regulatory law. This command included some six thousand employees and a budget of approximately $5 billion.

I earned an Honorable Discharge from the United States Navy in 1999. From 2000 to 2006, I served as an Assistant District Attorney for the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office. In this position, I successfully prosecuted hundreds of jury and bench trials in cases involving public corruption, violent crime, white collar crime, drug offenses, and firearm violations. I also served as the lead prosecutor for complex and lengthy grand jury investigations.

In December 2006, I left the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office to begin my career in the United States Department of Justice as a federal prosecutor in the Organized Crime and Gang Section. From 2006 to 2021, I investigated and prosecuted complex and wide-ranging federal RICO cases against national and international organized crime groups, including the Mafia, violent street gangs, and corporations engaged in fraudulent activities.

After retiring from the Department of Justice in October 2021, I opened my own law firm, Han Law, LLC, based in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. From October 2021 to September 2023, Han Law provided representation to clients facing investigation and prosecution for state and federal criminal violations. On September 5, 2023, I joined the law firm of High Swartz LLP, based in Norristown, Pennsylvania. From September 5, 2023 through June 15, 2025, I represented clients facing investigation and prosecution by both state and federal law enforcement authorities throughout the greater Philadelphia area.

On June 16, 2025, I moved my Criminal Defense Practice to the law firm of Hamburg, Rubin, Mullin, Maxwell & Lupin, PC in Lansdale, Pennsylvania. I represent individuals and companies in high-stakes criminal and civil matters, including defending allegations of white-collar crime and RICO violations. I also serve as an arbitrator in civil litigation cases for the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas.

While pursuing my civilian legal career, I have served in the United States Navy Reserve since 2000. Soon after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, I was recalled to active duty pursuant to a Presidential mobilization order in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Noble Eagle. From February 2002 to June 2002, I served overseas in Naples, Italy. As a legal assistance attorney, I prepared wills, powers of attorney, and other necessary legal documents to assist service members deploying to combat zones.

In addition to my work as a prosecutor and defense attorney, I have significant judicial experience. In June 2010, I was appointed to serve a four-year term as a Military Trial Judge for the Navy-Marine Corps Trial Judiciary. From 2010 to 2014, I traveled all over the country to preside over felony court-martial cases. Respected for my extensive trial experience, knowledge of the law, and superior writing ability, I was hand-picked by the Chief Judge to preside over the most complex and demanding cases, including numerous sexual assault cases that garnered intense national media attention.

In addition to my work as a Military Trial Judge, I had the honor and privilege of serving as the Commanding Officer of two legal units and providing leadership and mentorship to scores of JAG officers and enlisted members. On February 1, 2024, I retired from the United States Navy at the rank of Captain after 30 years of military service.

I have devoted nearly my entire career to public service. In doing so, I have committed my talents and skills to protect and improve the welfare and quality of life of all Americans. Running for Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas Judge is yet another opportunity to continue my public service. My wife Ashley and I have the great fortune of raising our three children, Caleb, Chloe, and Christian, in Montgomery County. We are deeply committed to strengthening our diverse community through various civic activities and volunteer work.

My professional experience is diverse and well-rounded. I have substantial courtroom trial experience as a defense counsel, prosecutor, and Military Trial Judge. I have successfully played every role in the courtroom. In addition to criminal law, I have defended the interests of the Navy in various civil litigation matters. Countless hours spent in military, state, and federal courtrooms trying cases have allowed me to master the rules of evidence and procedure. With this professional foundation, I am confident that I can succeed in fairly and effectively administering equal justice under the law as a Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas Judge.

I will bring to the bench the perspectives and life experiences of an immigrant who was born in Korea, who came to the United States with his family at age 6, who overcame the obstacles and challenges of assimilation, and achieved the American Dream through hard work, perseverance, and gritty determination. I am the embodiment of the American Dream. My personal story vividly proves that we are all blessed to be citizens of the greatest Nation on earth where anything is possible and where individuals have the freedom and liberty to reach the highest levels of success and realize their maximum potential. The very fact that a person of my background could have the opportunity to run for Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas Judge, a position so critically important to our constitutional democracy, is a true testament to the American values of freedom, liberty, and equal opportunity. It serves as inspiration for all those who come to this country with humble beginnings.