Criminal Law
Explore criminal defense in Korea with insights on cases like sexual assault, drug offenses, and scams. Learn about legal strategies, rights, and processes to navigate the Korean justice system effectively.
Korean Criminal Lawyer Fees: The Truth About Contingency Fees in Korea
What are contingency fees for South Korean lawyers? Pureum Law Office is here to clearly explain for foreigners and expats.

DUI Case With No Punishment
DUI case with no punishment - South Korea This client became intoxicated in Seoul's Itaewon area and drove to his home, but a person in another…

Successfully Resolving a Theft Case with a Deferred Prosecution
In this case, the client faced investigation and trial for breaking into someone else's store while intoxicated and committing theft. When the investigation began, the client,…

Don’t take that photo! How illegal photo taking can land you in Korean jail
In most countries, photographers can take pictures in public and use them as they would like. Not so in Korea. While our photo-taking comrades abroad can…

Navigating Criminal Accusations During Divorce Proceedings
In this case, the opposing party in a divorce lawsuit filed a criminal complaint against our client for violating the Information and Communications Network Act. It…

PLO in the News
Pureum Law Office (PLO) has enjoyed numerous legal successes for foreigners and expats in South Korea, see that at PLO in the News.

Romance Scam Case in Korea
Puruem Law Office Head Simon Lee aided a Swiss client who was victimized in a complex romance scam in South Korea.

Filing an Embezzlement Complaint: A Strategic Approach
This case involved Pureum Law Office filing a criminal complaint on behalf of a client against an offender for embezzlement. Simon Lee meticulously prepared a complaint…

Navigating Legal Challenges Due to Passport Non-possession
This case involved a client who, while intoxicated, had an altercation with a police officer. Although the client's actions did not amount to obstruction of official…










