Privacy Policy of Pureum Law Office

Pureum Law Office (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website or engage our legal services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, retain, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with the Personal Information Protection Act of the Republic of Korea and other applicable laws.

1. Purpose of Collection and Use of Personal Information

We collect and use personal information for the following purposes:

• To provide legal consultations and representation
• To respond to client inquiries and manage communications
• To prepare legal documents and manage case-related matters
• To issue invoices and process payments
• To comply with applicable laws and regulations

2. Categories of Personal Information Collected

The types of personal information we collect may include:

• Full name, contact information (e.g., phone number, email address), and address
• Date of birth, nationality, and identification numbers (e.g., passport number, alien registration number)
• Case-related information, including family details, criminal or medical history, or financial records
• Any other information necessary for the provision of legal services

3. Methods of Collection

We may collect your personal information through:

• Direct submissions via our website, email, or phone
• Documents provided during in-person consultations or by mail
• Information you voluntarily submit through online inquiry forms

4. Retention and Destruction of Personal Information

We retain personal information for as long as required to fulfill the purpose of its collection, or as required under applicable laws (e.g., taxation, legal documentation). When retention is no longer necessary, we securely destroy personal data using methods that prevent recovery or restoration.

5. Disclosure of Personal Information to Third Parties

We do not disclose your personal information to third parties without your consent, unless required or permitted by law (e.g., disclosure to courts, government agencies, or opposing parties in legal proceedings).

6. Delegation of Personal Information Processing

We do not outsource personal information processing as a general practice. If such outsourcing becomes necessary (e.g., for translation or document handling), we will inform you in advance and ensure the entrusted party complies with applicable laws and confidentiality obligations.

7. Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction, deletion, or suspension of processing
• Withdraw consent to the collection or use of your data

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the contact details below. We may request identification to verify your request.

8. Protection Measures

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Access controls and secure storage systems
• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular system updates and internal staff training

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact:

Simon Lee, Attorney at Law
Pureum Law Office
Email: ask@pureumlawoffice.com
Phone: +82-2-790-7303

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be amended as necessary to reflect changes in the law or our internal practices. Updates will be posted on our website with the effective date clearly stated.

Last Updated: August 7, 2025