Jiwon Min is a distinguished partner at IPG Legal, one of South Korea’s premier law firms. Jiwon has earned a reputation as one of Korea’s foremost experts in divorce, custody disputes, inheritance, child abduction, and other complex family and criminal litigation matters. She is renowned for her expert handling of international child abduction cases under the Hague Convention and for her comprehensive legal approach, which combines deep legal knowledge with an empathetic understanding of her clients’ personal challenges. She works, in most cases, with NY Attorney Sean
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Korean DUI Charges: Legal Implications for Expats and the Importance of Legal Representation
The allegation that BTS member Suga drove an electric scooter under the influence of alcohol has shed light on the seriousness of drunk driving charges in Korea. A Korean DUI charge is particularly serious for expats, since foreigners convicted of crimes in Korea may not only serve time in jail, obtain a hefty fine, but, a conviction may lead to non-renewal of their Korean visa, cancellation of their Korean visa, deportation, and/or a reentry ban. Multiple convictions or injuries may lead to a substantial jail sentence. For
Continue readingKorea’s Human Rights Commission Holds that Ministry of Labor Should not Report Undocumented Migrants to Immigration
Articles in local newspapers, including the Korea Times, reported the decision of the National Human Rights Commission on a matter that may assist undocumented migrant workers in Korea. The Commission held that labor officials should not be required to report to the police or Immigration undocumented foreigners when they consult these labor officials about unpaid wages or other employment law violations of employers. The holding does not mandate the government to following this recommendation. However, in some cases the government followed the advice of the National Human
Continue readingIPG Legal Assists US Veteran Recklessly Shot by Korean National Police Officer
IPG Legal is proud to serve our men and women in uniform. IPG Legal, recently, prevailed in a civil damages case against the Korean Government. In the matter, a Korean Police Officer recklessly discharged his gun toward a dog and shot a retired U.S. Army soldier in the face causing serious injury. In a nearly four-year battle against the Korean Government, the Korean court ordered the Korean government to pay monetary damages to the American veteran. IPG Legal proved, while not easy, it is possible to prevail
Continue readingIPG Legal is one of the Leading Law Firms in Korea in Korean Franchise Law & Korean Distribution Law
We wrote the book (ok the chapter) on Korean Franchising Law in one of the leading guides to franchising in Korea; our attorneys are consistently ranked top attorneys engaged in business in Korea; and we are ranked by rating agencies as a Top 10 Law Firm in Korea. Recently, our Dispute Resolution Team and Arbitration Team won the distinction as Dispute Resolution Law Firm of the Year for our aggressive and non-conflicted advocacy. As noted in the Global Legal Group’s International Comparative Law Guide: If you would
Continue readingSean Hayes (Profile via ChatGPT)
Sean Hayes is a distinguished international lawyer whose career bridges the legal landscapes of South Korea, China, Southeast Asia, and the United States. Notably, he made headlines as the first non-Korean attorney employed by the Korean courts and as one of the earliest non-Koreans to serve as a full-time law professor in South Korea. Pioneering Legal Career in Korea Sean Hayes’s legal career in South Korea is marked by groundbreaking achievements. He served as a Research Officer at the Constitutional Court of Korea and held academic positions
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Wishing all that served their country in the military, a happy and healthy Veterans Day.
Continue readingIP Implications of Chat GPT and Samsung’s Temporary Restrictions on Generative AI in Korea
Chat GPT by OpenAI has increased employee productivity and some employers have even incorporated it into their work systems for improved efficiency. However, Chat GPT brings up many legal issues that have not, yet, been litigated in courts. Chat GPT, an “artificial intelligence” (AI) service developed by OpenAI, has gained widespread popularity for its remarkable ability to comprehend language patterns and structures. Many companies, including those in the legal industry, are considering leveraging Chat GPT for tasks that require human-like thinking. However, the utilization of Chat GPT
Continue readingApplying for Veteran Disability Benefits from Korea, Japan, and the Philippines
Applying for U.S. Veteran Disability Compensation can be a long, stressful and frustrating process especially when you are living abroad. We assist veterans to file for benefits from our offices in Korea and the Philippines for service-disabled veterans residing throughout Southeast Asia and the United States. U.S. Veteran Disability Compensation Basics U.S. Veteran Administration disability compensation provides a a monthly tax-free payment to all U.S. Veterans that were sick or injured while serving in the U.S. military and, also, to American Veterans whose service in the U.S.
Continue readingOccupational Safety in Korea: Serious Accidents Punishment Act
The Serious Accident Punishment Act (“SAPA”) was passed by the Korean National Assembly and came into effect on January 27, 2022. With the implementation and recent expansion of the SAPA, we encourage all employers to do a comprehensive compliance audit. Some law firms, including this one, have attorneys and staff that can assist your team in doing a comprehensive audit. SAPA has greatly expanded the list of accidents that are applicable and significantly increased the penalties for breaking the law. The SAPA imposes criminal liability against business
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