• Michael Park

    ATTORNEY | Partner

    Mr. Park is widely regarded as the top franchise attorney in South Korea, recognized for his unmatched expertise and leadership in the field. With a deep understanding of franchise law and an exceptional track record, he has become the go-to legal advisor for some of the most prominent names in the industry.

    Previously, Mr. Park served as the head of the legal team at SPC Group for nine years until early 2022, where he played a key role in managing legal affairs for one of Korea’s largest and most successful franchise groups.

    His extensive experience, strategic insight, and proven results have earned him a reputation as the leading authority in franchise law. Clients consistently turn to Mr. Park not only for major opportunities, disputes, and crisis management, but also for ongoing legal guidance in their day-to-day franchise operations.

    Below are a few of the major franchise businesses Mr. Park has been involved in:

    Email: michael@pureumlawoffice.com

    • Michael Park's Awards & Achievements

      Passed 52th Judicial Exam(사법시험), 2011
      Graduated Judicial Research & Training Institute(사법연수원), 2013
      Legal Director at the Korea Franchise Transaction Specialist Association, 2022
      Legal Counselor at the Franchise Distribution Transaction Counseling Center, Seoul Metropolitan Government, 2022
      Former Head of Legal Team, PB Partners Co., Ltd. (2017-2022)
      Former In-house Counsel, Woori Bank, Woori Financial Group (2017)
      Former Legal Team Member, SPC Group, Paris Croissant Co., Ltd. (2013 - 2017)
      March 28, 2022: Advisory Committee Member, Serious Accidents Punishment Act Response Task Force, Seoul Bar Association
      July 1, 2022: Counselor, Franchise and Distribution Transaction Counseling Center, Seoul Metropolitan Government
      July 19, 2022: Advisory Committee Member, ESG Special Committee, Seoul Bar Association
      December 16, 2022: Awarded by a National Assembly Member for Contributions to Fair Franchise Business Practices
      January 31, 2023: Registered as a Patent Attorney
      December 18, 2023: Commendation from the Mayor of Seoul

      Michael Park's Practice Areas

      • Korean Franchise Law

        Korean Franchise Law

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        Debt Collection Korea

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        Korean Corporate Law

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        The Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Seoul

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