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Bae, Kim & Lee LLC

Intellectual Property

Global Guide 2026 : South Korea


Bae, Kim & Lee LLC

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BKL’s IP Practice Group is comprised of experts with various legal and technical backgrounds, including attorneys-at-law, foreign-qualified attorneys, patent and trademark prosecution attorneys, of counsel consultants, and ex-regulatory officers, allowing us to call upon a specialized team of experts for any matter we handle.

 
The BKL IP Practice Group provides the highest level of services to our clients based on our expertise and hands-on experience in the areas of IP litigation and dispute resolution. Our services in this area encompass representing clients in connection with the enforcement and dispute resolution involving IPR, including litigation, invalidation and revocation of trial decisions relating to patents, utility models, trademarks and design rights, and litigation for infringement of copyrights and trade secrets, as well as mediation and arbitration involving IP-related disputes. 

The members of the BKL IP Practice Group include former judges of the Patent Court and the Supreme Court, who bring their extensive experiences from their days as IP judges. We also have patent attorneys who have reviewed cases at the Intellectual Property Tribunal and the Patent Court.

Clients (10)

  • Hanmi Pharmaceutical
  • Hyundai Motors
  • KT Corp.
  • LG Chemical
  • Mitsubishi Electric
  • Naver Corp.
  • Netflix
  • Samsung Electronics
  • SK Hynix
  • Sumitomo Chemical

Industries (32)

  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Media
  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Media
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Sports
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Travel & Leisure
  • Utilities

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - South Korea

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Bae, Kim & Lee is a full-service law firm with the ability to advise on prosecution, transaction and litigation matters in respect of all IP assets. The team serves a diverse range of clients, including manufacturers of luxury brands, entertainment groups, pharmaceutical conglomerates and technology developers. In addition to leading cross-border litigation, the firm is frequently sought out for investigations and compliance advice involving trade secrets and is also able to advise on data protection and privacy matters.

Work Highlights

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  • BKL advised Hugel in the ITC investigation into the company which will have an impact on its ability to sell its botulinum toxin product in the United States.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers at Bae, Kim & Lee are specialised and systematic in their respective fields of expertise. They also collaborate smoothly with other law firms.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal
  • We appreciate their positive attitude and smooth coordination.

    Intellectual Property respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleTaeck Soo Kwon
    Senior StatespeopleTaeck Soo Kwon

    Taeck Soo Kwon

    Kwon Taeck Soo brings to bear his valuable experience as a former Patent Court and High Court judge to represent clients in patent invalidations, infringement cases and copyright disputes. He represents clients from a range of industries including pharmaceuticals, electronics and online gaming.

  • Band 2Jihyun Kim
    Band 2Jihyun Kim

    Jihyun Kim

    Kim Jihyun is well regarded for her experience in contentious IP matters, particularly in relation to trade secrets, copyright and data protection issues. Her expertise attracts regular instructions from clients in a broad range of industries such as technology, media, and food and beverages. She also offers advice on non-contentious IP mandates and has advised Korean clients subject to US ITC investigations.

  • Band 2Kijoong Kang
    Band 2Kijoong Kang

    Kijoong Kang

    Kang Kijoong has ascended in the rankings for two consecutive years thanks to strong market support and is the leader of Bae, Kim & Lee's IP practice group. He has substantial experience handling cross-border IP disputes and is particularly skilled in patent infringement and trade secret litigation.

  • Band 3Samuel Sung Mok Lee
    Band 3Samuel Sung Mok Lee

    Samuel Sung Mok Lee

    Samuel Sung Mok Lee has considerable experience handling patent infringement cases, including those with cross-border elements. He also offers advice on IP due diligence and transactions.
  • Band 4Taeuk Kang
    Band 4Taeuk Kang

    Taeuk Kang

    Kang Taeuk has particular experience advising on IP disputes, including copyright enforcement actions and royalty disputes. Drawing experience from his time serving as a judge, he typically represents entities in the technology, media and gaming sectors.

  • Band 5Hojun Yeom
    Band 5Hojun Yeom

    Hojun Yeom

    Yeom Hojun is well-versed in intellectual property infringement matters, with experience in trade mark and copyright cases. He is also an expert on patent law.

  • Band 5Susan (Son Yong) Park
    Band 5Susan (Son Yong) Park

    Susan (Son Yong) Park

    Susan (Son Yong) Park is a foreign attorney focused on IP issues relating to the entertainment industry. She has expertise in contracts, licensing and brand protection issues.

    • Susan's English is excellent and she is always responsive and keeps us up to date on developments in the market.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal

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