Employee discipline is one of the most frequent sources of labor disputes in Korea. Even where misconduct or underperformance appears clear, employers in Korea often lose cases before the Labor Relations Commission and the Korean courts due to procedural defects,
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IPG Legal is a law firm specializing in Korean law, providing expert opinions and legal services primarily for foreign courts, law firms, and international clients involved in cross-border litigation, arbitration, and transactions related to Korea. The firm offers expertise in a wide range of Korean legal areas including corporate and commercial law, contract law, employment and labor law, criminal law, family and inheritance law, real estate, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance. IPG Legal frequently assists with matters such as the Hague Child Abduction Convention, Korean labor standards, criminal defense, and the interpretation of Korean statutes and judicial precedents. The firm also addresses practical legal challenges faced by foreign nationals and businesses operating in Korea.
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Free Speech Protection in Korea vs. the United States: How Public Insults Can Be Criminal in Korea and lead to deporation, but Protected Speech in the U.S.
By Sean Hayes
Freedom of expression is constitutionally protected in both South Korea and the United States, but the legal boundaries of protected speech differ sharply. One of the most striking differences lies in how each system treats offensive or degrading speech directed…
Hiring a Korean Independent Contractor for Work in Korea
By Sean Hayes
We receive many requests for drafting Korean independent contractor agreements, and we sometimes decide with the client that it is better to have a Korean distribution or agency agreement with a Korean company, because of uncertainty in Korean Labor &
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Punitive Damages Under Korea’s Personal Information Protection Act: The Coupang Data Breach Incident
By Sean Hayes
The recent Coupang personal information leak incident has renewed discussion in Korea on the scope and effectiveness of punitive damages under Korea’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) and also the extension of punitive damages beyond this act. Although the statute…
Why Using an Uncontrolled & Monitored Korean Local Director/Representative Director Is Dangerous for Foreign Investors in Korea
By Sean Hayes
Foreign investors entering Korea are often told they “need a local director,” “because that’s how things are done here. On paper, this looks harmless. In reality, appointing a representative director, sole director, or director you do not genuinely supervise or…
Marriage Annulments Possible in Korea? Intention of the Marriage Potential Factor in Korean Court’s Annulment Decision
By Sean Hayes
Annulments have been nearly impossible to obtain in Korea when parties have voluntarily married, and the marriage was properly registered. However, Korean courts have recently been willing to entertain colorful arguments in some cases. An annulment in South Korea voids the…
Traits of a Great Korean Criminal Defense Lawyer in Korea: Hiring a Defense Lawyer in South Korea
By Sean Hayes
There are only a few great Korean criminal defense lawyers serving expats in Korea due to the nature of the Korean criminal justice system, ongoing conflicts, and other legal realities. In Korea, in all cases, where you are accused of
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Prohibited Korean Industries for Foreign Individuals and Companies Doing Business and Investing in Korea
By Sean Hayes
Under the Foreign Investment Promotion Act of Korea and its enforcement decree, investments by foreign enterprises and individuals are prohibited in the following industries. Please consult with an attorney in Korea if you intend to conduct business or invest in…
U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practice Act Basics for Companies Doing Business in Korea
By Sean Hayes
If you are working for a U.S. company with operations in Korea or for a company headquartered in most other developed economies, you may be subject to anti-corruption laws in both your home jurisdiction and Korea. Violations often occur unintentionally…
Distribution Agreements in Korea: Crawl before you Walk
By Sean Hayes
Prior to going into any relationship with a distributor/agent in Korea, please read my post entitled: Finding a Korean Distributor: The Top 10 Things to Know Before Going to Bed with a Distributor in Korea. Please read that post in
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