Korean Law for Foreigners
The "Korean Law for Foreigners Blog" is all about topics relevant to both Korean expats and foreigners abroad.
Obstruction of Official Duties: A Serious Crime in South Korea
In this case, our client faced investigation and trial on charges of obstructing official duties after hurling insults at police officers who arrived at the scene following a report. In South Korea, obstruction of official duties is considered a serious crime. The…
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…
Avoiding Serious Legal Consequences: A Case of Road Rage in Busan
In this case, our foreign client faced criminal investigation and trial on charges of pushing a delivery motorcyclist after being threatened by his reckless driving while returning home after a birthday dinner in Busan. The victim demanded a settlement amount exceeding 20…
Simon D. Lee selected as a Best Lawyer in Korea!
Best Lawyer in Korea Pureum Law Office (PLO) is pleased to announce that our founder and head, attorney Simon D. Lee, was chosen as a "Best Lawyer in Korea", by: You may view the whole list here. Simon D. Lee, the founder…
Achieving Divorce Without Specific Legal Grounds
In this case, the client sought a divorce from a non-cooperative spouse without any specific legal grounds for a judicial divorce. Simon Lee meticulously organized all relevant facts and gathered evidence that could support a claim under Article 840(6) of the Civil…
Korean Inheritance Law (based on 2024 Korean Civil Code)
Korean Inheritance Law - Wills in Korea In a previous article, we talked about the legal effect of a will created in Korea by a foreigner and methods of creation recognized by Korean inheritance lawyers and the law. This article examines the…
Ensuring a Quick and Seamless Divorce with Mutual Agreement
In this case, both parties had already reached an agreement on all terms of their divorce and were solely focused on obtaining a swift resolution. Representing the respondent, Simon Lee efficiently assisted in expediting the divorce process, ensuring that the respondent could…
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,…
