Korean Law for Foreigners
The "Korean Law for Foreigners Blog" is all about topics relevant to both Korean expats and foreigners abroad.
Penalty Clause in Franchise Agreement
Pureum Law Office (PLO) is committed to providing practical and valuable legal information to our clients, so we delve into the intricacies of a penalty clause in franchise agreements and explore the role of penalty clauses in resolving disputes.

Essential Goods & Franchise Business Uniformity: 2024 Franchise Business Act Update
Korea's Franchise Business Act has undergone several amendments due to the significant economic impact of the franchise sector.

Navigating Criminal Accusations During Divorce Proceedings
In this case, the opposing party in a divorce lawsuit filed a criminal complaint against our client for violating the Information and Communications Network Act. It is common for parties in divorce proceedings to file criminal complaints against each other in an…

Debt Collection in Korea
Pureum Law Office has extensive knowledge and experience to provided outstanding debt collection services in Korea.

Korean Labor Laws You Should Know
South Korean Labor Laws for foreigners and expats can be tricky, the legal experts at Pureum Law Office in Seoul are here to help.

Facilitating a Smooth Divorce Based on a Pre-Agreed Settlement
In this case, the clients had already agreed on the terms of their divorce and drafted a settlement agreement. The focus was on filing for a swift divorce. Simon Lee prepared a mediation application to ensure that the terms of their agreement…

Claim for Return of Payment: Efficient Use of Public Notification Service
This case involved Pureum Law Office filing a claim for the return of payment on behalf of a client against a defendant residing in Korea. The defendant's residence was not clearly identified, so Simon Lee efficiently utilized the public notification service procedure…

PLO in the News
Pureum Law Office (PLO) has enjoyed numerous legal successes for foreigners and expats in South Korea, see that at PLO in the News.

Constitutional Court Ruling Overturns Mandatory Korean Inheritance Law
Korea's Constitutional Court ruled current Civil Code provisions on compulsory inheritance are unconstitutional and in violation of the nation's constitution.










