Corporate LawWe cover all aspects of corporate legal issues, for emerging startups and multinational enterprises alike.

Foreign Direct Investment, M&A, and Company EstablishmentWe facilitate your entry into the Korean market, whether through incorporation, M&A, or joint venture.

Cross-Border Transactions and DistputesWith unparalleled expertise in cross-border transactions and disputes, our Korean-English bilingual lawyers help clients navigate the complexities of legal issues that span multiple jurisdictions.

Labor and EmploymentWe help clients efficiently manage their workforce while staying fully compliant with labor regulations.

Civil, Criminal, and Administrative LitigationOur Korean-English bilingual lawyers ensure that foreigners receive the effective representation or defense that they deserve.

Intellectual PropertyWe help clients protect and commercialize their intellectual property in Korea, from registration to enforcement.

Data and PrivacyWe help clients navigate Korea’s complex data protection laws, with a focus on compliance, risk management, and cross-border data strategies.

Gaming and e-SportsWe advise game developers, publishers, and e-sports organizations on the legal and regulatory landscape of Korea’s dynamic gaming industry.

Virtual Asset, Blockchain, and AIWe advise clients on the legal and regulatory landscape surrounding digital technologies, including virtual assets, blockchain infrastructure, and artificial intelligence.

Architect Legal Advisory Featured in Asia Business Law JournalAsia Business Law Journal recently covered the launch of Architect Legal Advisory, a boutique law firm in Seoul founded by Jeonghwan JK Kim and Juno Cho, both formerly with HMP Law.

Convertible Notes (CN) and SAFEs in Korea: Key Considerations for Foreign InvestorsForeign investors often seek to use Convertible Notes (CNs) or Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs) when investing in Korean startups. However, unlike in the U.S. or other jurisdictions, these instruments are not yet common in Korea and raise unique legal and regulatory questions, particularly during FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) filings.

Jeonghwan JK Kim Discusses RSUs and Warrant Issuance in Yonhap Infomax Legal InsightAttorney Jeonghwan Kim, in Yonhap Infomax’s “Legal Insight,” discussed whether Korean companies could issue equity-based warrants like RSUs, noting that global adoption of RSUs is prompting debate despite current legal restrictions.

Jeonghwan JK Kim Recognized as Expert Voice on Stablecoin LegislationAttorney Jeonghwan Kim of Architect Legal Advisory was recently featured in Law Times as a legal expert on Korea’s proposed stablecoin legislation.

Key Obligations Under Korea’s Electronic Financial Transactions Act (EFTA) for Prepaid Electronic Payment InstrumentsUnder Korea’s Electronic Financial Transactions Act (EFTA), any entity issuing or managing prepaid electronic payment instruments is, as a rule, required to register with the Financial Services Commission (FSC). However, the law provides for several exemptions to ease compliance for smaller or low-risk programs.

Juno Cho on Game Regulation and the Metaverse in Yonhap Infomax Legal InsightYonhap Infomax featured Attorney Juno Cho in its “Legal Insight” column on how Korea’s strict game regulations apply to the metaverse. He examined the Apple–Epic Games dispute, Roblox’s classification, and the challenges NFTs and digital assets face under Korea’s current framework.