Korean Law for Foreigners
The "Korean Law for Foreigners Blog" is all about topics relevant to both Korean expats and foreigners abroad.
Understanding the Statute of Limitations in Korean Civil Law
Understanding the Statute of Limitations in Korean Civil Law In Korean civil law, the concept of "statute of limitations" (소멸시효) plays a critical role in determining the duration within which a right can be exercised. If a right is not exercised for…
Fault-Based vs. Irretrievable Breakdown Divorce in Korea: Issues and Reform Directions
I. Introduction Article 840 of the Korean Civil Code stipulates grounds for judicial divorce, which the Supreme Court has interpreted based on the fault-based principle. However, Item 6 of this article provides a basis for the irretrievable breakdown principle, allowing for the…
Case of Appointing Adult Guardians for Two Family Members with Health Issues
This case involved the appointment of adult guardians for two family members in poor health, as requested by Pureum Law Office's client, who was one of the parties in a dispute. Despite several conflicts among the parties, Simon successfully persuaded them to…
Extradition law in the Republic of Korea (Extradition to Korea in 2024)
Extradition to Korea in 2024 After first signing an extradition agreement with Australia in 1991, the Republic of Korea had such treaties with 78 countries by 2022, including Canada, Spain, Mexico, USA, Thailand, China, New Zealand, Japan, Vietnam, Hong Kong, France,…
One of the Most Complex Inheritance Cases Handled by Pureum Law Office
This case was one of the most complex inheritance cases handled by Pureum Law Office. The deceased had multiple heirs: three in Korea and three in the United States. However, even among the three heirs in the U.S., there were conflicting interests—one…
Welcoming Noelle Gam to Pureum Law Office as Our New Associate
We are pleased to announce that Noelle Gam has joined Pureum Law Office as an Associate in December 2023. Noelle Gam graduated from Seoul National University in 2019 and completed her legal education at Yonsei University Law School in 2022, subsequently passing…
Case of Defending Inheritance Property Rights Against Third-Party Claims
This case involved a client residing abroad whose spouse passed away in Korea, leaving behind an apartment as part of the inheritance. The property was occupied by a third party, leading to a legal dispute. Simon was preparing an eviction claim against…
Case of Appointing a Special Representative for Minors in Inheritance Proceedings
This case involved a foreign client whose spouse passed away in Korea, necessitating an inheritance division agreement with the children. However, because the children were minors, the foreign client could not represent them directly. With the assistance of Pureum Law Office, a…
Case of Obtaining Court Approval for Renunciation of Inheritance
This case involved obtaining court approval for the renunciation of inheritance. The client, residing abroad, faced a situation where their father, who lived in Korea, had passed away. The client had no information about whether the inherited estate consisted of more assets…
