How Korean Litigation Works
Faster and more efficient than US/EU litigation. Average time to judgment: 6-8 months.
Typical Timeline: 6-12 Months
1
Case Assessment
1-3 days
2
Strategy & Quote
2-5 days
3
Filing & Service
2-4 weeks
4
Hearings & Discovery
4-8 months
5
Judgment & Collection
1-3 months
1
Case Assessment
We review your case details and evidence to determine viability
Duration: 1-3 days
What You Do
- Share case details and documents
- Answer our questions about the dispute
- Provide evidence you have
What We Do
- Review all materials in detail
- Research relevant Korean law
- Assess chances of success
- Provide honest recommendation
2
Strategy & Quote
We develop litigation strategy and provide transparent pricing
Duration: 2-5 days
What You Do
- Review our strategy proposal
- Decide whether to proceed
- Sign engagement agreement
What We Do
- Draft litigation strategy
- Calculate exact fees and costs
- Explain timeline and risks
- Answer all your questions
3
Filing & Service
We prepare and file the lawsuit with Korean court
Duration: 2-4 weeks
What You Do
- Provide any additional documents needed
- Pay retainer fee
- Review and approve complaint draft
What We Do
- Draft complaint in Korean
- File with appropriate court
- Arrange service on defendant
- Pay court filing fees
4
Hearings & Discovery
Court hearings and evidence exchange (you typically don't need to attend)
Duration: 4-8 months
What You Do
- Provide additional evidence if requested
- Review hearing summaries we send
- Make strategic decisions with our guidance
What We Do
- Attend all court hearings
- Present arguments and evidence
- Cross-examine witnesses
- Keep you updated after each hearing
- Negotiate settlement if appropriate
5
Judgment & Collection
Court issues decision and we help enforce it
Duration: 1-3 months
What You Do
- Decide whether to accept judgment or appeal
- Provide banking details for payment
What We Do
- Obtain official judgment
- Explain outcome and options
- Enforce judgment against defendant's assets
- Collect and transfer awarded amount
Why Korea is Faster
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Active Judges
Korean judges actively manage cases and push them forward, unlike passive US/EU judges
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Scheduled Hearings
Regular hearing schedule (every 3-4 weeks) vs. unpredictable US/EU scheduling
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Efficient Discovery
Limited, focused discovery vs. extensive US-style discovery that drags on for years
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