Korean Law for Foreigners
The "Korean Law for Foreigners Blog" is all about topics relevant to both Korean expats and foreigners abroad.
Top Korean Law Blog 2025: Pureum Law Office
Pureum Law Office was honored to be named a Top Korean Law Blog by FeedSpot, recognizing our trusted legal services for the English-speaking community in Korea.
Labor Act Protections for Foreign Workers
Foreign workers in Korea need to understand the laws that protect their employment rights: the Labor Standards Act serves as the primary framework governing employment conditions, including dismissals, unfair treatment, and worker classification.
Pureum Law Office Named Criminal Law Firm of the Year for 2025
Pureum Law Office (PLO) has been named South Korea's Criminal Law Firm of the Year for 2025 by Global Law Experts (GLE).
[Success Story] Exceptional Renunciation of Korean Nationality
Since October 1, 2022, Pureum Law Office has successfully handled numerous cases using Korea's Exceptional Nationality Renunciation Permit System to help clients renounce Korean nationality beyond standard legal deadlines.
Foreigner Real Estate Law: What You Need to Know Before Buying Property Abroad
Understanding Foreigner Real Estate Law is essential for cross-border property investment. Whether you're a Korean citizen buying U.S. property or an American purchasing in Korea, international ownership is possible but involves significant legal complexity.
International Divorce Lawyer: Expert Cross-Border Divorce Guidance
An international divorce lawyer can help you find clarity and resolution when dealing with a divorce that crosses borders. Expert attorneys at Pureum Law Office in Seoul specialize in handling overseas assets, cross-border child custody, and visa issues.
Waiver of the Statute of Limitations: What It Means and Why the Supreme Court’s 2025 Ruling Matters
Learn what a Waiver of the Statute of Limitations is, how it affects debt repayment in Korea, and why a 2025 Supreme Court ruling just changed the game for debtors. In Korean civil law, the concept of Waiver of the Statute of…
Recognition of Foreign Divorce Decree in California: What You Need to Know
California generally recognizes foreign divorce decrees under the principle of comity, provided the foreign court had proper jurisdiction, both parties received notice and opportunity to be heard, and the decree doesn't violate California public policy, but will not recognize foreign divorces if…
Korean DUI Law
Korean DUI Law: Critical Legal Changes Foreigners Must Know Are you a foreign national living or working in South Korea? Understanding the country's strict DUI laws could save your career, visa status, and freedom Driving under the influence (DUI) in South Korea…
