(2) MUHANN Patent & Law Firm

MUHANN Patent & Law Firm is a Seoul based intellectual property practice founded in 2002 by a group of IP attorneys who have gained experience at leading firms as well as multinational corporations. The firm positions itself as a full service IP powerhouse in Korea, handling patents, utility models, trademarks, designs, trade secrets, unfair competition, domain names and copyrights, with a strong focus on securing broad protection for innovative clients. Its professional team includes former researchers, in house counsels, examiners and former Appeal Board judges, enabling technically informed prosecution and portfolio management across diverse technologies.

The firm is widely recognized for its substantial volumes of patent and trademark filings and its global capacity, serving a large and diverse client base that includes many multinational companies. MUHANN reports approximately 70 professionals and more than 2000 global clients, underscoring its reputation as a leading IP practice in Korea. The organization highlights its pioneering achievements, such as first in Korea to file a PCT application online (PCT EAZY) with the Korean Intellectual Property Office, demonstrating a commitment to innovation and efficiency in international IP rights protection.

MUHANN emphasizes a client centric approach that combines deep technicalIP expertise with proactive, globally oriented service. The firm operates with a capacity and network designed to handle complex, cross jurisdictional IP projects for conglomerates, reflecting its stated goal of turning ideas into valuable intellectual assets through comprehensive protection, enforcement and licensing support.