Korean Law for Foreigners
The "Korean Law for Foreigners Blog" is all about topics relevant to both Korean expats and foreigners abroad.
Achieving a Swift Divorce Through Persistent Negotiation
In this case, the client sought a swift divorce from a non-cooperative spouse. Simon Lee immediately reached out to the opposing party to persuade them to agree to a prompt divorce through amicable procedures. Although the opposing party initially refused, Simon continued…
Removing Unauthorized Occupants from an Inherited Property
Removing Unauthorized Occupants from an Inherited Property This case involved a client whose deceased spouse had left behind an apartment that a third party was unlawfully occupying. To evict the unauthorized occupant, the client retained Pureum Law Office. Under the law, if…
Challenging the Misattributed Parent-Child Relationship Before Inheritance
This case involved a client who sought to confirm the non-existence of a parent-child relationship between their mother and a wrongly listed individual on the family registry before an inheritance occurred. The client retained Pureum Law Office for this matter. Without any…
Securing Divorce with Desired Visitation Rights Without Custody
This case involved a woman who sought a divorce but did not want to obtain custody or parental rights. She retained Pureum Law Office to achieve this outcome. The influence of her husband and his family was overwhelming, and she wished to…
Navigating a Complex Divorce Case to a Satisfactory Outcome
This case involved a highly complex divorce matter. The client initially had another attorney, but when that attorney could no longer handle the case, the client dismissed them and retained Pureum Law Office. Despite the complexities of the client’s situation, Simon Lee…
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…
