Nov 27, 2025
When a spouse disappears and their whereabouts are unknown, the problem in Korea is not just emotional but legal. Civil Act Article 840(5) provides a specific basis in Korean law for what is sometimes called a spouse missing divorce in Korea, a judicial divorce...
Nov 25, 2025
When a marriage in Korea breaks down and spouses cannot agree to a consensual divorce (협의이혼), the only option is a judicial divorce (재판상 이혼). To succeed, you must prove at least one of the six legal grounds for divorce in Korea under Civil Act Article 840....
Nov 16, 2025
When a marriage in Korea breaks down and the spouses cannot agree to a consensual divorce (협의이혼), one spouse must file for a judicial divorce (재판상 이혼). This requires proving one of the six legal grounds for divorce in Korea. Among these, malicious desertion...
Nov 9, 2025
When spouses in Korea can’t agree to end their marriage by consent, the path is a judicial divorce (재판상 이혼). Among the recognized grounds for divorce in Korea, infidelity, termed an “act of unchastity” under Civil Act Article 840(1), is one of the most common...
Nov 7, 2025
Ending a marriage in Korea legally follows one of two paths: divorce by agreement (consensual divorce, 협의이혼) or a judicial divorce (contested divorce, 재판상 이혼). (For a step-by-step overview of both routes, including jurisdiction issues for foreigners, see...
Oct 2, 2025
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
