K LAW OFFICE | Civil & Criminal Litigation

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About K Law Office

Korea-based legal counsel for civil litigation, criminal matters, and mediation — with an emphasis on clarity, procedure, and risk-weighted strategy.

Positioning

Grounded advice that aligns facts, procedure, and evidence.
Scenario planning: likely path, downside risks, and decision points.
Clear written submissions and steady representation in and out of court.

Scope

Civil disputes (contracts, payments, damages, torts, commercial issues).
Criminal defense and criminal complaints (investigation ↔ trial).
Mediation and negotiated resolutions with enforceable outcomes.

Language

Working language: Korean · English.
We prioritize precision over speed when stakes are high.
For cross-border contexts, we structure communications to reduce ambiguity.

How we work

Issue-spotting from multiple angles (facts · law · proof · timing).
Define options with tradeoffs (cost · time · uncertainty · outcomes).
Plan for execution: submissions, hearings, negotiation, and enforcement.

Practice Areas (Snapshot)

Civil Litigation: claims and defenses, evidence strategy, enforcement planning
Mediation: court-annexed or private, settlement terms aligned with enforceability
Criminal Matters: defense representation, complaints, victim protection support

What to include in your email

Brief background (who, what happened, and when)
Current status (any filings, notices, summons, or deadlines)
What outcome you are aiming for and your timeline

Profile

Korea-qualified attorney providing English support for foreign residents and overseas clients.

Credentials

Qualification: Korean Attorney (Republic of Korea)

Languages: English

Experience

Former National Office of Investigation(Korean National Police Agency)
Court-Appointed Counsel: Supreme Court of Korea & Seoul Central District Court(Present)
Member, Minor Offense Review Committee, Dongdaemun Police Station(Present)

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Civil & Mediation

A focused overview for civil disputes and mediation work — designed for clients who prefer structured resolution planning.

Civil (Typical matters)

Contracts / payment disputes / damages
Unlawful acts (torts) and compensation claims
Evidence organization and procedural roadmap

Mediation (Resolution-first)

Positioning for settlement with clear leverage and limits
Court-annexed mediation strategy and preparation
Drafting settlement terms aligned with enforceability

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Criminal Matters

A focused overview of criminal defense and complaint work — with attention to procedure, timing, and evidence.

Defense (Investigation & Trial)

Early-stage strategy, interviewing, and evidence planning
Representation during investigation and court proceedings
Written submissions aligned with procedural posture

Criminal Complaints

Filing strategy and narrative framing
Procedural follow-through and communications
Coordination around preservation of evidence

Victim Support

Victim representation and protection procedures
Support with statements, submissions, and hearings
Practical coordination with related civil steps if needed

Approach

Careful issue-spotting under time pressure
Risk-weighted planning and scenario analysis
Steady representation from first contact to resolution

Contact

Please email us with a brief background and your timeline.

Email

kim@klawoffice.kr

Suggested subject: Inquiry – Korea Litigation & Mediation

Location

Seoul, Republic of Korea

Time zone: KST (UTC+9)

This website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Contacting us does not create an attorney-client relationship unless and until a formal engagement is agreed.