Korean Law for Foreigners
The 'Korean Law for Foreigners Blog' covers topics relevant to expats and foreign residents in Korea, as well as overseas Koreans and non-Koreans who need legal assistance in South Korea.
Claim for Return of Payment: Efficient Use of Public Notification Service
This case involved Pureum Law Office filing a claim for the return of payment on behalf of a client against a defendant residing in Korea. The defendant's residence was not clearly identified, so Simon Lee efficiently utilized the public notification service procedure…
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.
Constitutional Court Ruling Overturns Mandatory Korean Inheritance Law
Korea's Constitutional Court ruled current Civil Code provisions on compulsory inheritance are unconstitutional and in violation of the nation's constitution.
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.
Have you Been in 5 Years in Korea Legally?
5 Years in Korea Legally Have you been in South Korea for 5 consecutive years legally? Do you know what F-2-99 Visa is? If you’ve been in Korea for years, then you should contact Pureum Law Office (PLO) to see if you…
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 that clearly outlined the facts of the crime and included all necessary evidence, making it as…
Securing Property Division for a Non-Marital Asset in Divorce
In this case, the client had agreed to divorce but wanted to receive 40 million KRW, which they had taken before the divorce, as part of the property division. Strictly speaking, this sum was not subject to division as marital property; however,…
Understanding the Principles of Litigation Costs in Korean Civil Procedure
In South Korean civil litigation, the losing party typically bears litigation costs under Article 98 of the Civil Procedure Act. Pureum Law Office provides explanation and related legal services on this matter.
F-6 Visa Korea
Foreigners marrying Koreans are eligible for the F-6 visa in Korea, allowing them to live in Korea. We have handled dozens of F-6-1 visa cases for our foreign clients.
