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Need to Sue in Korea?
We Handle International Litigation
in 100% English

Fixed pricing, transparent process, and 40% less than big Korean firms.
We've helped 200+ foreign companies recover millions in Korean courts.

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200+
Foreign Clients Served
6-8 months
Avg. Time to Judgment
85%
Success Rate
40%
Cost Savings vs Big Firms

When You Need Us

We help foreign companies and individuals resolve disputes with Korean parties

Korean company owes you money
Contract breach or non-performance
Intellectual property infringement
Partnership dispute needing resolution
Employment or labor issues
Need to enforce a foreign judgment

Experienced International Litigation Lawyers

Our lead attorneys have 10+ years experience in Korean litigation with specialized expertise in international commercial disputes

85%
Success Rate
(vs. 60% industry avg)
200+
Foreign Clients Served
From 25+ countries
10+
Years Experience
Korean litigation

Bar Admissions & Professional Memberships

Korean Bar AssociationSeoul Bar AssociationInternational Bar Association

Proven Results for International Clients

₩2.3B+
Recovered in 2024
6-8
Months Average
vs. 12-18 industry avg
40%
Less Than Big Firms
100%
English Support

How Korea Litigation Works

Faster and more efficient than US/EU litigation

1

Case Assessment

1-3 days

2

Strategy & Quote

2-5 days

3

Filing & Service

2-4 weeks

4

Hearings

4-8 months

5

Judgment & Collection

1-3 months

Korea vs. US/EU Litigation

6-8 months
vs. 2-3 years typical
₩3-8M
vs. $50-200K typical
3-5 hearings
vs. endless depositions

Common Cases We Handle

From contract disputes to debt collection, we've done it all

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Contract Disputes

Breach of contract, non-performance, or disputed contract terms

Timeline:6-12 months
Cost Range:$8,000 - $35,000
Success Rate:75-85%
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Debt Collection

Unpaid invoices, loans, or financial obligations

Timeline:4-8 months
Cost Range:$5,000 - $20,000
Success Rate:80-90%
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Intellectual Property

Trademark, copyright, patent, or trade secret infringement

Timeline:8-18 months
Cost Range:$15,000 - $50,000+
Success Rate:70-80%
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Employment Disputes

Wrongful termination, unpaid wages, or workplace discrimination

Timeline:6-12 months
Cost Range:$10,000 - $30,000
Success Rate:65-75%
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Enforcing Foreign Judgments

Enforce a court judgment from another country in Korea

Timeline:8-14 months
Cost Range:$12,000 - $40,000
Success Rate:60-70%
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Other Commercial Disputes

Other business-related legal disputes in Korea

Timeline:6-12 months
Cost Range:$10,000 - $40,000
Success Rate:70-80%
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Complete process timeline
Detailed cost breakdown
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Case type comparisons
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Why Foreign Companies Choose Us

Real results from real clients - See what we recovered and how fast

"I was quoted $100,000 by a big Seoul law firm for my contract dispute. Saemunan handled the same case for $35,000 - all-in, no hidden fees. Plus, I could communicate directly with the attorney in English without any translation delays. We won the case in 7 months."

Tech CEO

San Francisco

Contract Dispute

Won

Claim: $225,000

"After two years of trying to collect a debt from our Korean distributor, we finally hired Saemunan. They filed the lawsuit within a week and got us a judgment in 5 months. The defendant paid in full right after the judgment. Should have hired them from day one."

VP of Finance

London

Debt Collection

Full recovery

Claim: $180,000

"What impressed me most was the transparency. Every step was explained in plain English, every cost was clear upfront, and they never sugarcoated the risks. They told us honestly when settlement made more sense than continuing to trial. Professional and trustworthy."

General Counsel

Singapore

Partnership Dispute

Favorable settlement

From 25+ countries including USA, UK, Germany, Japan, Singapore, and Australia

Transparent Pricing - 40% Less Than Big Firms

No hourly billing. No surprises. Get an instant estimate based on your claim amount.

Estimate Your Litigation Costs

$10K$250K$500K$1M

Why Our Pricing Works Better

Fixed Fees
vs. unpredictable hourly billing
Success-Based
Reduced fee if no recovery
All-Inclusive
Court fees + translation included

Why Choose Us Over Alternatives?

Honest comparison to help you make the right decision

OptionCostSuccess RateTimelineEnglish Support
DIY (Self-representation)₩0~20%18+ monthsKorean required
Big International Firm₩20M+~70%12-15 months✓ Full
Local Korean Firm₩5-10M~60%12-18 monthsLimited
Korea Business Hub (SMA)BEST VALUE₩3-8M85%6-8 months✓ 100%

* Success rates based on historical data. Individual results may vary based on case specifics.

How We Keep Costs 60-85% Lower

Fixed Fee Model

No hourly billing surprises - you know the exact cost upfront

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Specialized Expertise

We focus on international business disputes, making us highly efficient

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Streamlined Process

Optimized workflows from 200+ cases reduce billable hours

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No Overhead

Lean operations mean we pass the savings directly to you

Typical Case Savings (₩50M Claim)

Big Firm Average
₩20,000,000+
Hourly billing, often exceeds quote
Our Fixed Fee
₩5,000,000
All-inclusive, no surprises
You Save: ₩15,000,000+ (75%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about suing in Korea

How do I know if I have a case?

You likely have a case if: (1) You have a clear legal right (contract, law, regulation), (2) Someone violated that right, (3) You suffered quantifiable damages, (4) The statute of limitations hasn't expired (typically 3-10 years in Korea). We offer free case assessments to give you an honest evaluation.

Do I need to come to Korea for the lawsuit?

Usually no. In most commercial cases, you don't need to physically appear in Korean court. We can represent you through power of attorney. You may need to provide documents, give written statements, or do video depositions from your home country. Physical appearance is only required in rare cases.

What's the statute of limitations in Korea?

It depends on the claim type: Contract disputes: 10 years, Debt collection: 10 years (3 years for commercial transactions), Torts/damages: 3 years from when you knew of the damage, Employment claims: 3 years. The clock typically starts when the violation occurred or when you discovered it.

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