Architect Legal Advisory is a Seoul based boutique law firm that concentrates on corporate and commercial matters for foreign corporations and entrepreneurs seeking opportunities in Korea. The firm was launched on July 1, 2025 by two former HMP Law attorneys, Juno Cho and Jeonghwan JK Kim, who lead the practice as partners. With English and Korean bilingual capabilities, Architect Legal Advisory translates Korean law into clear actionable guidance and supports clients through market entry, formation, regulatory review, cross border transactions, and ongoing compliance.

Renowned for its practical, business focused approach, the firm combines deep corporate expertise with a clear understanding of the needs of international clients. Architect Legal Advisory emphasizes foreign direct investment, mergers and acquisitions, cross border disputes, and regulatory matters, helping clients execute complex transactions while navigating Korea s legal and cultural landscape. The firm serves an international client base, with international clients constituting over 80 percent of its clientele.

Architect Legal Advisory s global and local networks connect law firms, accounting firms, patent offices and industry leaders to provide comprehensive support for cross border ventures. The bilingual team ensures seamless communication and culturally attuned counsel, enabling clients to pursue opportunities in Korea with confidence. The firm maintains direct partner involvement, with both founders overseeing engagements to deliver tailored solutions for startups, multinationals and investors.

About Architect Legal Advisory

Founded in 2025

5 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Lawsuits & Disputes
Employment & Labor
Intellectual Property
Media, Technology and Telecoms

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Architect Legal Advisory provides end to end corporate services including company establishment, mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investment and cross border transactions for foreign and domestic clients, leveraging its bilingual Korean English team to navigate complex regulatory regimes and facilitate efficient market entry and ongoing governance.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Lawsuits & Disputes

The firm handles civil, criminal and administrative litigation and cross border disputes with bilingual representation, offering tailored dispute management, strategic filings and representation in Korean courts and other forums to protect clients interests.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

Employment & Labor

The team advises on Korea s labor and employment laws, drafts and negotiates employment contracts, ensures regulatory compliance and supports employers with workforce planning and dispute resolution.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Intellectual Property

Architect Legal Advisory assists with IP registration, enforcement, licensing and strategy in Korea, helping clients protect and monetize brands inventions and creative works across domestic and cross border portfolios.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Media, Technology and Telecoms

Advertising and Marketing
Biotechnology
Cyber Law, Data Privacy and Data Protection
Fintech
Information Technology
Media and Entertainment
Outsourcing
Technology Transactions
Telecommunications and Broadcast
Sports Law
E-commerce & Internet Law
Space Law
Data Center & Digital Infrastructure

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