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Intellectual Property: International Firms | Global

South Korea

The Intellectual Property: International Firms rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across South Korea.

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Band 1

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    Covington & Burling LLP
    Intellectual Property: International Firms
    2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked

    Covington & Burling is a highly regarded practice, commended for its broad range of intellectual property services. The team advises on patent enforcement cases as well as trade mark and copyright protection, serving clients in cross-border technology transactions for IT companies and automotive manufacturers in particular. It offers further expertise in online data security and privacy issues and operates from its office in Seoul in conjunction with the disputes capabilities of its US offices. The law firm has additional experience advising on transactional and advisory IP issues.

  2. Ropes & Gray LLP
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    Ropes & Gray LLP
    Intellectual Property: International Firms
    2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked

    Ropes & Gray has an outstanding reputation for a range of IP matters, particularly those in the technology sector. The team regularly handles litigation, including disputes in the USA, working with clients on patent infringements. It also possesses a strong client following among technology, chemical, automotive and heavy industry companies.

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Band 2

  1. Paul Hastings
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    Paul Hastings
    Intellectual Property: International Firms
    2025 | Band 2 | 6 Years Ranked

    Paul Hastings is active on a range of IP matters including patent infringement, trade secret issues and IP litigation. The team acts for high-profile Korean clients in the technology and chemical sectors. A large network of offices allows the team to engage expertise from across Asia, Europe and North America.

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Band 3

  1. DLA Piper LLP
    Intellectual Property: International Firms
    2025 | Band 3
  2. O'Melveny & Myers LLP
    Intellectual Property: International Firms
    2025 | Band 3