Corporate Incorporation Consulting (Drafting articles of incorporation, business registration, corporate establishment registration, opening corporate bank accounts, etc.)
Corporate Operation Consulting (Review of business contracts, analysis of regulations, evaluation of new business structures, etc.)
Corporate Governance
Advisoryon the operation of the board of directors and shareholders’ meetings, as well as the preparation of minutes
Advisory on the appointment and dismissal of directors and auditors, including related practical tasks such as registration
Advisory on the revision and drafting of internal regulations, such as board of directors’ rules, and other corporate regulations
Advisory on the establishment of subsidiaries and management of affiliate companies
Corporate and Management Disputes
Litigation related to the invalidation of board of directors and shareholders’ meeting resolutions, including injunctions to prohibit the meeting or suspend its effect
Litigation related to the appointment and dismissal of the CEO, directors, and auditors, as well as lawsuits regarding suspension of duties
Advisory on shareholder rights, including proxy fights, cumulative voting, shareholder proposals, and related responses
M&A
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Advisory on n transaction structure, legal due diligence, regulatory and licensing reviews, contract drafting and negotiations
Advisory on domestic and foreign merger filings, foreign exchange transactions, and foreign investment filings
Advisory on acquisition financing structure, contract drafting and negotiation with major lenders
Post-acquisition integration advisory (P&M), and review of future business structure and sales contracts
Investment and Fundraising
Advisory on transaction structure and investment types for each stage of investment, including angel investment, Series A, B, C, and Pre-IPO
Legal due diligence on target companies, and practical work including drafting and negotiating investment agreements and shareholder agreements
Licensing procedures for merger filings, foreign exchange transactions, and foreign investment filings
Joint Ventures (JVs)
Advisory on governance structure review, drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements (SHA), and related matters
Regulatory reviews and licensing procedures related to the establishment of joint ventures
Drafting operational manuals for board composition and shareholders’ meeting operations
Advisory on implementing compliance policies for joint ventures
Private Equity (PEF) and Venture Capital (VC)
Advisory on the establishment and registration of collective investment vehicles, venture capital funds, and new business investment funds
Advisory on transaction structure and contract drafting, including negotiations for attracting investors (LPs)
Legal due diligence for target companies, investment structure design, investment execution advisory, and document preparation
Advisory on acquisition financing agreements and lender negotiations
Advisory on related to vehicle liquidation and investment recovery (exit)
Foreign Investment in Korea
Advisory on the establishment and registration of subsidiaries, branches, and liaison offices, including related licensing filings
Regulatory and licensing filings with the Ministry of Strategy and Finance, Bank of Korea, and foreign exchange transaction banks
Overseas Investment by Domestic Companies
Legal due diligence on overseas investment companies (including coordination and management of foreign law firms)
Regulatory reviews and investment structure design
Advisory on the establishment and registration of investment vehicles, drafting and negotiating investment agreements
Advisory on Corporate Governance and Disputes among joint venture participants
Advisory on the establishment and registration of subsidiaries, branches, and liaison offices
Advisory on restructuring plans, including privatization, workouts, and insolvency procedures
Representation in rehabilitation cases, including court approval procedures for corporate rehabilitation filings
Personal rehabilitation and bankruptcy
Labor
Labor
Advisory on recruitment procedures and drafting of employment contracts, as well as individual labor relations consulting
Advisory on collective labor relations, including drafting of employment rules, collective agreements, and conducting collective bargaining
Advisory on labor disputes and labor-related criminal cases
Advisory on disciplinary procedures and termination, including conducting internal investigations on misconduct
Representation in disciplinary actions and personnel appeals for public servants, teachers, and military personnel, including administrative litigation
Response to investigations by relevant authorities such as the Ministry of Employment and Labor and the Labor Office
Employment and labor compliance policy review and consulting
Representation in industrial accident-related investigations and disputes concerning industrial accident compensation insurance
Representation in non-compete claims
Cases related to workplace harassment
Internal investigations and forensic work related to corporate misconduct
Antitrust & Competition
Response to Fair Trade Commission Investigations
• Response to investigations related to abuse of market dominance (monopoly), unfair trade practices, and anti-competitive agreements (cartels)
• Response to investigations related to subcontracting laws, agency laws, franchise business laws, distribution industry development laws, and e-commerce laws
• Response to investigations related to advertising and labeling laws, terms and conditions regulations, consumer protection laws, and other relevant regulations
Representation in Fair Trade Mediation Agency and Consumer Protection Agency Cases
• Drafting of mediation applications, reports, and opinions
• Attendance and representation at Fair Trade Mediation Agency and Consumer Protection Agency hearings
• Representation in fair trade-related hearings and lawsuits
Representation in Fair Trade Commission Hearings and Litigation
• Attendance and representation at Fair Trade Commission hearings
• Representation in administrative litigation, including lawsuits to annul Fair Trade Commission decisions
• Advisory on leniency for voluntary reporting, reduction of fines, extension of fine payment deadlines, and installment payments
• Response to criminal complaints and conduct of criminal litigation related to violations of the Fair Trade Act
Civil Litigation
Civil Litigation
Lawsuits for damages claims (tort, breach of contract, claims for emotional distress, etc.)
Lawsuits for unjust enrichment claims (restitution of benefits)
Lawsuits related to contract disputes (partnership disputes, investment return lawsuits, service payment claims, etc.)
Lawsuits related to claims for payment of sales prices and loan repayment
Provisional Remedies
Lawsuits related to provisional remedies, including provisional seizure and injunctions
Asset Investigation/Execution/Collection
Investigation of debtor’s assets
Foreclosure on real estate, execution on movable property, and debt collection
Real Estate
Real Estate Development and Transactions
Consultation on drafting and negotiating various contracts related to real estate development, including implementation agreements, design service contracts, construction contracts, and financial agreements
Review and consultation on permits and approvals for projects such as urban development, urban planning facilities, and district unit planning
Structuring and negotiation of project financing (PF), drafting related contracts, and handling PF-related litigation
Advisory services and litigation support for real estate development trusts, disposition trusts, and related matters
Construction and Engineering
Litigation and dispute resolution related to construction payments, liquidated damages, and compensation claims
Handling disputes regarding defect repairs, construction cost adjustments, guarantees, and securities
Addressing disputes over additional construction costs, including indirect costs, urgent construction costs, and design compensation due to design changes
Advisory on individual laws related to construction, including the Framework Act on the Construction Industry, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the Subcontracting Act, and the Elevator Safety Management Act
Consultation and legal representation in administrative actions related to construction, such as business permits, suspensions, development restriction designations, and conditions involving public contributions
Public Contracts and Bidding
Advisory and litigation related to bidding and eligibility reviews
Advisory and legal representation in cases concerning sanctions against dishonest contractors
Advisory and litigation on contract amount adjustments due to design changes, price fluctuations, and extensions of the construction period
Advisory on specific laws related to public contracts, including the National Contract Act, the Local Contract Act, the Defense Acquisition Act, and the Public Institution Management Act
Management of Condominium Buildings
Representing disputes related to convening and operating management committee meetings, appointing managers, management fees, and outsourced management
Litigation concerning defect repairs and other defect-related disputes in condominium buildings
Advisory on individual laws governing condominium buildings, including the Condominium Act, the Housing Management Act, and the Housing Act
Redevelopment and Reconstruction
Litigation on general assembly resolutions for reconstruction and regional housing associations, including injunctions to suspend the effect of resolutions
Litigation on related to the establishment of reconstruction associations, project implementation approvals, and management disposition approvals, including challenges for nullification or cancellation
Addressing withdrawal from reconstruction or regional housing associations, refund of membership fees, and disputes over service fees
Handling criminal cases arising from violations of the Urban Renewal Act and the Housing Act
Advisory on individual laws related to urban renewal and housing
Land Expropriation and Compensation
Filing local and central land expropriation committees against expropriation decisions
Filing for annulment of expropriation decisions and reassessment rulings, and lawsuits for increased compensation
Advisory and representation in disputes related to property appraisals
Personal Real Estate Litigation
Litigation concerning residential and commercial lease disputes, including security deposit refunds, leasehold registration, and eviction lawsuits
Litigation for cancellation of mortgage registration and other property-related registrations
Litigation related to partition or sale of co-owned real estate
Litigation regarding boundary encroachments on land
Consultation and litigation related to the Special Measures Act on Real Estate
Environment
Litigation and negotiations regarding rights to sunlight and scenic views (e.g., claims for damages due to obstruction, injunctions to halt construction, negotiations with developers)
Noise and vibration disputes, including construction halting injunctions due to noise damage, claims for damages, environmental dispute mediation, and negotiations with construction companies
Litigation concerning the Waste Management Act, including lawsuits challenging orders for disposal of abandoned waste, claims for liability due to defects in land used for waste burial, and criminal defense for illegal waste dumping
Legal representation in administrative investigations and litigation regarding soil, water, and air pollution (e.g., administrative lawsuits for the cancellation of business suspensions due to environmental violations)
Advisory services on integrated environmental permits, environmental management systems, greenhouse gas emission rights, and ESG compliance
Divorce
Divorce
Consultation on divorce preparation
Negotiation and drafting of agreements and documents related to uncontested divorce
Representation in contested divorce cases, including divorce lawsuits, mediation proceedings, and family court investigations
Legal representation in property division and alimony claims
Representation in cases concerning the designation of parental authority and custody, child support payments, and restrictions on visitation rights
Handling international divorce cases
Adultery & Domestic Violence
Representation in settlement negotiations and damage claims against third parties involved in marital infidelity
Legal action in domestic violence cases, including filing criminal complaints, requesting emergency and temporary protective measures from the police, and applying for protective orders from the court
Handling disputes over additional construction costs, including indirect costs, urgent construction costs, and design compensation due to design changes
Legal advisory services on construction-related laws, including the Framework Act on the Construction Industry, the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the Subcontracting Act, and the Elevator Safety Management Act
Consultation and legal representation in administrative actions related to construction, such as business permits, suspensions, development restriction designations, and conditions involving public contributions
Paternity & Parentage Disputes
Representation in lawsuits to confirm or deny paternity
Legal action regarding the establishment of paternity and recognition claims
Inheritance
Inheritance
Consulting on the order of inheritance, scope of inherited property, disqualification from inheritance, special benefits, and contribution portions
Drafting and revocation of wills
Consulting on renunciation of inheritance, application for limited approval, inheritance registration, inheritance tax, and gift tax
Representation in negotiations and claims for division of inherited property, claims for contribution portions, etc.
Representation in other matters such as claims for recovery of inheritance, return of legal reserved portions, confirmation of invalidity of wills, and petitions for revocation of wills
Crime
General Criminal Defense
Representation in investigations by police, prosecutors, and special judicial police
Defense in criminal trials and warrant hearings
Assistance in drafting criminal complaints and submitting victim statements, including accompanying victims to investigations
Observation and legal support during search and seizure procedures and voluntary submissions
Defense in jury trials
Negotiation and drafting of settlement agreements in criminal cases
Sexual Crimes
Defense in cases involving rape, quasi-rape, and other serious sexual offenses
Legal representation in sexual crimes involving minors
Defense in digital sex crimes, including illegal filming and distribution of sexually exploitative materials
Representation in juvenile sexual offense cases and protective proceedings
Defense against disciplinary actions, employment restrictions, and license revocations related to sexual violence and harassment
Legal support in military sexual crime investigations conducted by military law enforcement and disciplinary hearings
Representation in sexual harassment grievance consultations and hearings
Legal representation for victims of sexual crimes, including filing criminal complaints and assisting in settlements
Defense against false accusations, including perjury, extortion, and defamation claims
Property Crimes
Defense in fraud and violations of the Act on the Aggravated Punishment of Specific Economic Crimes
Legal representation in cases involving voice phishing, insurance fraud, drug-related offenses, and prostitution-related crimes
Defense in corporate criminal cases, including embezzlement, breach of trust, trade secret violations, privacy law breaches, fair trade violations, and violations of industrial safety regulations
Traffic Crimes
Defense in drunk driving and refusal to submit to sobriety tests
Representation in cases involving traffic accidents, including hit-and-run incidents
Negotiation and drafting of settlement agreements in traffic accident cases, including medical evaluations
Representation in insurance claims and related litigation concerning traffic accidents
Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Privacy & Data Protection Advisory
Drafting consent forms for personal data collection and usage, privacy policies, and handling the designation and reporting of Data Protection Officers (DPOs) and Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)
Establishing compliance policies related to personal data protection
Advisory services on the collection, use, and outsourcing of personal data processing
Legal consultation on the operation of location data and video surveillance systems
Response strategies for personal data breaches
Representation in applications for Public MyData projects
Advisory services on pseudonymization procedures and documentation in accordance with pseudonymization guidelines
Representation in ISMS (Information Security Management System) certification applications
Privacy & Data Protection Litigation
Legal defense and administrative litigation against investigations and sanctions by regulatory authorities such as KISA (Korea Internet & Security Agency), the Korea Communications Commission, the Ministry of the Interior and Safety, and the Financial Supervisory Service
Representation in lawsuits related to personal data, location data, and video surveillance
Privacy & Information Security Audits & Investigations
Corporate audits and investigations for compliance with personal data protection regulations
Defense in criminal investigations and litigation related to fraud and violations of the Act on the Aggravated Punishment of Specific Economic Crimes
Representation in cases involving voice phishing, insurance fraud, drug-related crimes, and organized crime, including prostitution mediation
Corporate criminal defense in cases involving embezzlement, breach of trust, trade secret theft, violations of the Personal Information Protection Act, unfair competition, and compliance failures under the Serious Accidents Punishment Act and the Industrial Safety and Health Act
Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property (IP) Law
Representation in applications and administrative trials before the Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) for patents, copyrights, trademarks, and design rights
Legal representation in infringement lawsuits and criminal defense for patents, copyrights, trademarks, and design rights
Representation in lawsuits related to employee invention compensation claims
Legal defense and litigation in cases involving unfair competition and trade secret misappropriation
Representation in lawsuits concerning technology theft by former employees
Advisory services and representation for trade secret registration
Legal consultation on licensing and franchising agreements
Advisory services on investment and labor matters in the entertainment industry
Immigration & Citizenship
Immigration & Foreign Nationals
Application for foreign visas and work permits
Legal representation in investigations and administrative actions by the Immigration Office
Securities & Digital Assets
Securities & Capital Markets
Drafting various financial agreements, including loan agreements for banks
Advisory services on loan agreements for securities firms and savings banks
Legal consultation on overseas securities issuance by domestic companies
Advisory services related to IPOs
Assistance in the registration of foreign investment funds in the asset management sector
Cross-border advisory services for foreign asset management companies
Regulatory compliance and defense in investigations and sanctions by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) and the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS)
Legal advisory services on stock market listing and delisting with the Korea Exchange (KRX)
Virtual Assets & Cryptocurrency
Legal advisory services for cryptocurrency exchanges and related businesses
Consultation on ICOs and other aspects of virtual asset business operations
Representation in disputes and litigation related to cryptocurrency transactions
Advisory services on virtual asset business registration and amendment filings
Legal consultation on the security token classification of virtual assets
Advisory services related to Security Token Offerings (STOs)
