• Austin Hong

    ATTORNEY | Partner

    Austin Hong commenced his illustrious legal career as a founding partner at Pureum Law Office in 2014. After dedicating three years of exceptional service, he was headhunted by a prominent law firm where he honed his skills in diverse areas, including contracts, advisory, accounting, banking, aviation, and insurance. This vast experience cultivated him into one of the most proficient attorneys in South Korea, adept at handling international legal matters.

    In 2023, Austin Hong made a triumphant return to Pureum Law Office as a partner attorney, now primarily responsible for managing foreign clients’ debt collection, contract review, criminal defense, and inheritance consultation cases. With his extensive experience and expert knowledge in legally complex situations, Austin Park is committed to providing the most efficient problem-solving strategies for his foreign clients. He prioritizes helping them achieve their desired objectives while maintaining a high level of professionalism and dedication.

    Email: austin@pureumlawoffice.com

  • Austin Hong's Awards & Achievements

      Passed 53th Judicial Exam(사법시험) in 2012
      Graduated Judicial Research & Training Institute(사법연수원) in 2014
      Loan and Bond department, Hyundai Corporation, (2011 – 2015)
      Intern, Nelson Mullins Scarborough LLP (2017)

      Austin Hong's Practice Areas

      • Korean corporate law investment planning regulatory compliance matters employment law

        Korean Corporate Law

        PLO's legal professionals assist foreign businesses and investors in practical legal strategies, market entry, investment planning, compliance and dispute matters, employment law, and more.

      • debt collection debt recovery in South Korea

        Debt Collection in Korea

        PLO's experienced team of legal professionals understands the complexities involved in recovering debts in a foreign country, especially with Korean laws and regulations.

      • english speaking divorce lawyer family law attorney in korea foreigners

        English Speaking Divorce Lawyer in Korea

        PLO's legal experts, led by Korean Bar certified Divorce Attorney Simon Lee, provide you with the best legal representation for divorce and family law.

      • criminal defense in korea foreigners defense lawyer legal representation

        Criminal Defense Lawyer in Korea for Foreigners

        PLO's English speaking legal experts help foreigners, expats, and other individuals needing a criminal defense lawyer in Korea.