• Michael Park

    ATTORNEY | Partner

    Mr. Park has cultivated extensive expertise in the realm of franchise law within South Korea, maintaining a comprehensive practice that encompasses various aspects of the field. Previously, he held a prominent position as the lead manager of the legal team at SPC Group for nine years, until early 2022. Due to his profound experience, exceptional proficiency, and remarkable achievements, Mr. Park is widely recognized as one of the leading franchise attorneys in the nation.

    The true testament to Mr. Park’s exceptional capabilities in franchising can be observed through the high regard his esteemed clientele hold for him. Clients routinely entrust Mr. Park with their most critical opportunities, challenges, and crises, as well as seeking his invaluable counsel and support for routine legal matters.

    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)

      Michael Park's Practice Areas

      • Korean Franchise Law

        Korean Franchise Law

        The legal experts at PLO will help you navigate Korea's franchise laws, which are some of the most comprehensive and stringent among developed countries.

      • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Korea

        Insolvency and Bankruptcy in Korea

        The Insolvency and Bankruptcy legal experts at Puruem Law Office help clients through the intricacies of financial distress, insolvency, and business restructuring.

      • Debt Collection Korea

        Debt Collection Korea

        Our experienced team of legal professionals understands the complexities involved in recovering debts in a foreign country, especially with Korean laws and regulations.

      • Korean corporate law

        Korean Corporate Law

        We assist investors in all aspects of market entry, from the early stages of investment planning, to regulatory and filing matters, making arrangements with outside agencies, and advising on employment law.