Lee & Ko

South Korea

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IP STARS Reviews

Overview

Full-service law firm Lee & Ko is highly recommended for IP litigation. The firm also offers IP protection and portfolio management services. It is one of the law firms recommended for IP-related deals, thanks to its experienced IP team and market-leading corporate law practice. Partner Jae Hoon Kim is an IP litigation strategist who is experienced in handling a wide range of disputes. Another key partner is Un Ho Kim, a patent specialist, who heads the IP practiceHeon Lee is another notable IP partner in the firm.

 
Testimonial

2024/2025

"Lee & Ko brings together Korean-speaking US-licensed and Korea-licensed attorneys. In addition, the Lee & Ko team helps significantly by bringing US-licensed patent attorneys with strong technical backgrounds to our team. They also help significantly with cultural differences and helping the client understand the nuances and difficulties of US litigation. Lee & Ko's IP team has a significant interest in doing what is best for the client. The team communicates well in real time and helps identify and resolve client's issues in an efficient manner."

Hwan Sung Park

"Mr. Park provides realistic and practical advice when dealing with complicated legal issues in patent cases."

Hayoun Chun

"Mr. Chun brings together a unique package of an electrical engineer licensed to practise law in both the US and Korea. After doing prosecution for years, Mr. Chun transitioned to a litigation practice – and brings that skill set with him. He can dig into the technology and propose unique solutions to try and resolve litigation early on."

2023

"The firm establishes proficient relationships with clients and even with our local licensees and authorities."

"I particularly like the fact that many of the practitioners are female at Lee & Ko. In South Korea, generally, it tends to be very much male-dominated society. It is good to see so many associates and partners are women."

"They show good understanding both in legal and technology, and their drafting skills are excellent. "

"All the attorneys I have worked with are very responsive and knowledgeable."

2022 client testimonials

"They are at the top of their game, responsive and knowledgeable about the South Korean market."

 

Patent

Partner Jung Hyun Uhm left the firm in December 2020 while Seong-Ki Kim left in November 2022.