Hanol IP & Law is a premier intellectual property law firm based in Seoul, Korea, specializing in patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights and plant variety. The firm serves domestic and international clients across life sciences, chemistry, electronics, software and other high technology sectors, delivering strategic protection, enforcement and portfolio management that aligns with clients' business objectives.

Led by founder and managing partner Dr. Min Son, the team combines deep technical knowledge with practical counsel. The firm employs experienced patent attorneys and professionals who hold advanced degrees in science and engineering, enabling precise patent prosecutions, robust validity analyses and sophisticated licensing and dispute resolution strategies.

Hanol IP & Law emphasizes client service through clear communication, tailored IP programs and proactive guidance across Korea filings and international portfolios. Multilingual service, close collaboration with clients and a focus on measurable results position the firm as a trusted partner for technology companies and research institutions seeking to maximize the value of their intellectual property.

About Hanol IP Law Firm

Founded in 2001

100 people in their team


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

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Intellectual Property

Hanol IP & Law handles patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights and plant variety, providing search and opinion work, patent prosecution before the Korean Intellectual Property Office, licensing and IP dispute resolution, and comprehensive portfolio management tailored to client technology and markets.
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

Corporate & Commercial

Hanol IP & Law assists clients with licensing and commercialization, technology transfer, and strategic IP portfolio development to support business objectives, including cross border filings and collaboration with outside counsel as needed.
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 maintains an active IP disputes practice, including litigation and dispute resolution, with experienced attorneys who work with clients to enforce and defend patent rights and related IP assets in Korea and internationally.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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