A Foreigner's Guide to Forgery Charges in Korea and Protecting Your Visa in Korea An increasing number of foreigners living in Korea are finding themselves entangled in criminal cases. If you are under investigation for the forgery of a public document, it is crucial...
Statutory Share (Yuryubun) Inheritance in Korea
Sep 28, 2025
If you have issues relating to inheritance in Korea, especially as a foreigner or a Korean living abroad, an English-speaking lawyer in Korea can help you protect your rights under the statutory share (유류분, Yuryubun; also called the legal reserve of inheritance). This...
Stalking Charges | Criminal Defense in Korea
Sep 27, 2025
Criminal Defense in Korea for Foreigners: Dismisses Stalking Charge Detention Warrant A stalking charge in Korea may put foreigners at risk of detention, punishment, visa cancellations, or deportation. This article explains the Korean law and how early criminal...
Why Clear Communication is the Key to Legal Success in Korea
Sep 24, 2025
Clear Communication is the Key to Legal Success in Korea In any legal matter, communication is everything. But for foreigners in Korea, the language barrier can turn even simple issues into overwhelming challenges. Misunderstandings in contracts, court hearings, or...
6 Legal Rights Every Foreigner in Korea Should Know
Sep 24, 2025
Legal Rights Every Foreigner in Korea Should Know Living in Korea as a foreigner can be an exciting experience, whether you’re here to study, work, invest, or start a family. However, understanding your legal rights is crucial to avoid misunderstandings and protect...
Understanding Contracts in Korea: When a Trusted Korean Lawyer for Foreigners is Needed
Sep 21, 2025
Living, working, or doing business in South Korea can be an exciting opportunity, but it also comes with legal complexities. Before signing any contract in Korea, it is crucial to understand what the contract entails. Key elements to scrutinize include the governing...
When Settlement with the Victim is Key in Korean Criminal Cases.
Sep 14, 2025
Foreigners in Korea often face unfamiliar legal terms in criminal cases, including “crimes not punishable against the victim’s will” (반의사불벌죄) and “crimes punishable only with the victim’s complaint” (친고죄). These concepts are important in Korean criminal law because...
A Win for a Business Client in Korea
Sep 7, 2025
When doing business in Korea, legal disputes over unpaid service fees or settlements can be a serious risk. One of the most effective legal strategies in such cases is an asset preservation order (also known as provisional attachment or seizure). This remedy ensures...
How Overseas Residents Can Hire a Lawyer in Korea: A Guide for Foreigners and Overseas Koreans
Aug 31, 2025
If you are living abroad but need legal assistance in Korea, you may wonder: How do I find and hire an English-speaking Korean lawyer? Can I hire a lawyer without going to Korea? This guide explains how foreigners and overseas Korean citizens can find and hire an...
How to Collect a Debt from a Trust in Korea: A Guide for Foreigners
Aug 24, 2025
As an English speaking lawyer in Korea, I know it's incredibly frustrating for foreign clients to discover that the only major asset for collecting a debt is locked away in a trust. This plain English guide from a lawyer for foreigners will explain how you can still...