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Case Types We Handle

From contract disputes to debt collection, we have extensive experience helping foreign companies with all types of Korean litigation.

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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%

Common Scenarios:

  • Supplier failed to deliver goods as agreed
  • Service provider did not meet contract specifications
  • Partner breached exclusivity agreement
  • Distributor violated territory restrictions

Evidence Typically Needed:

  • Original contract or agreement
  • Email correspondence
  • Payment records and invoices
  • Proof of non-performance or breach
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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%

Common Scenarios:

  • Unpaid invoices for delivered goods or services
  • Outstanding loan repayment
  • Bounced checks or failed payments
  • Partner failed to pay agreed investment returns

Evidence Typically Needed:

  • Invoices and payment terms
  • Proof of delivery or service completion
  • Communication about payment
  • Bank records showing non-payment

Intellectual Property

Trademark, copyright, patent, or trade secret infringement

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

Common Scenarios:

  • Unauthorized use of your trademark
  • Copyright infringement of your content
  • Patent violation by competitor
  • Trade secret theft by former employee or partner

Evidence Typically Needed:

  • Proof of IP ownership (registration certificates)
  • Evidence of infringement (photos, screenshots, products)
  • Timeline of your prior use
  • Damage calculations
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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%

Common Scenarios:

  • Wrongful termination without cause
  • Unpaid wages or overtime
  • Discrimination or harassment
  • Non-compete violation by former employee

Evidence Typically Needed:

  • Employment contract
  • Termination notice or communication
  • Pay stubs and work records
  • Evidence of discrimination or policy violation
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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%

Common Scenarios:

  • US court judgment against Korean defendant
  • UK arbitration award enforcement
  • Singapore judgment recognition
  • International commercial arbitration enforcement

Evidence Typically Needed:

  • Certified copy of foreign judgment
  • Proof judgment is final and enforceable
  • Translation into Korean (certified)
  • Proof of proper service in original case
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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%

Common Scenarios:

  • Partnership dissolution disputes
  • Shareholder conflicts
  • Real estate disputes
  • Insurance claims

Evidence Typically Needed:

  • Relevant contracts and agreements
  • Financial records
  • Correspondence between parties
  • Supporting documentation

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