How Korean Litigation Works
Faster and more efficient than US/EU litigation. Average time to judgment: 6-8 months.
Typical Timeline: 6-12 Months
Case Assessment
We review your case details and evidence to determine viability
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
Strategy & Quote
We develop litigation strategy and provide transparent pricing
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
Filing & Service
We prepare and file the lawsuit with Korean court
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
Hearings & Discovery
Court hearings and evidence exchange (you typically don't need to attend)
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
Judgment & Collection
Court issues decision and we help enforce it
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
Active Judges
Korean judges actively manage cases and push them forward, unlike passive US/EU judges
Scheduled Hearings
Regular hearing schedule (every 3-4 weeks) vs. unpredictable US/EU scheduling
Efficient Discovery
Limited, focused discovery vs. extensive US-style discovery that drags on for years
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