Korean Law for Foreigners
The "Korean Law for Foreigners Blog" is all about topics relevant to both Korean expats and foreigners abroad.
Case of Embezzlement Allegation by a Business Partner
This case involved a client who was under investigation for allegedly embezzling a large sum of money while running a business by deceiving a Korean business partner. Simon handled the criminal defense from the first trial, arguing that there was no evidence…
Amicable and Swift Conclusion of a Divorce Case Without Property Claims
In this case, both parties agreed to divorce and mutually decided to waive any claims regarding the division of property. Representing the respondent, the Simon sought to finalize the divorce case promptly and amicably. Pureum Law Office successfully facilitated a smooth and…
Case of Probating a Norwegian Will for Property in Korea
This case involved a Norwegian client whose father had written a will in Norway, but the property mentioned in the will was located in Korea, necessitating probate by a Korean court. Simon effectively explained and persuaded the Korean Family Court about the…
Case of Unintentional Violation of the Military Service Act by a Dual Citizen
This case involved a client born with dual citizenship who unknowingly violated the Korean Military Service Act and became subject to investigation. Simon strongly argued that the violation was unavoidable and emphasized the client's intention to renounce Korean citizenship soon. As a…
Expedited Divorce Case for a Client Residing in the United States
This case involved a client residing in the United States who retained Pureum Law Office with the sole request for a swift divorce. Simon Lee informed the Family Court that both parties had already agreed to the divorce and that there were…
Case of Foreign Suspect Involved in Voice Phishing Receiving a Suspension of Indictment
This case involved a foreign suspect who participated in a voice phishing scheme and, with the assistance of Pureum Law Office, received an exceptionally lenient outcome of a suspension of indictment. Simon identified the foreign suspect’s role as a cash collector and…
Pureum Law Office Welcomes Two Esteemed Partner Attorneys to Its Distinguished Team
Pureum Law Office proudly announces the addition of two esteemed partner attorneys to its distinguished team. Michael Park, boasting nine years of experience as the team leader of SPC's legal department, established the law firm Yeong in 2022, where he served as…
Child Support in Korea 2025
1. Korea’s Child Support Standard Since the Seoul Family Court enacted and published the child support standard table on May 30, 2012, it was further revised on May 30, 2014 and November 17, 2017. In the meantime, the standard table for calculating child…
Korea Inheritance Tax Advice in 2024 (How To Save It)
Korea Inheritance Tax Advice in 2024 Many of our foreign clients here at Pureum Law Office (PLO) have asked about Korea inheritance tax when we were assisting them with related legal issues. This blog post explains the rules and laws associated with…
