Korean Child Abduction Law
IPG Legal is a top-rated law firm handling complex international child abduction cases in which the child is abducted to Korea, particularly those involving the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction.
IPG Legal is ranked as a Top 10 Korean Law Firm and IPG’s retired Korean judges, retired Korean prosecutors, Korean attorneys, and former international corporate counsel are, among other areas, top attorneys in Korean Corporate Law; Korean Criminal Defense Law, Korean Family Law, Korean Estate Law; Korean Inheritance Law; Korean Franchise Law; and General Korean Business Law.
Korean Child Abduction Law
IPG Legal has the most number of successful cases of return of children of any law firm in Korea. IPG Legal's expertise has been demonstrated through several notable cases where IPG Legal successfully facilitated the return of abducted children to their custodial parents outside of Korea.
In a significant precedent-forming case, IPG Legal represented an American father whose children were abducted to South Korea by their Korean mother. Despite the challenges posed by international legal frameworks and enforcement mechanisms in Korea, IPG Legal navigated the intricacies of the Hague Convention and Korean family law to secure a favorable outcome. The case culminated in the successful return of the children to the United States.
The case was followed by other cases of return of children back to their habitual residence with some cases being resolved without the need to resort to lengthy court actions in Korea and abroad.
IPG Legal: Experience, Reputation and Legal Strategy
IPG Legal’s success in these cases can be attributed to the comprehensive understanding of both international treaties and domestic laws and enforcement requirements. coupled with a team of highly respected seasoned litigators.
IPG Legal's legal team, including seasoned professionals like Judge Haenam Jung, a retired senior judge; Sean Hayes, the first non-Korean to work for the Korean court system; and Jiwon Min, a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in complex litigation, brings invaluable insights into the judicial processes and enforcement strategies necessary for such cases.
Challenges in Enforcement in Korea of Abduction Return Orders
While South Korea is a signatory to the Hague Convention, enforcement of return orders has historically been inconsistent. IPG Legal’s work on Korean International Child Abduction cases has led to a new court bailiff system in which enforcement of return orders is becoming more consistent, efficient, and less time-consuming.
IPG Legal’s track record in international child abduction cases underscores its position as a leading firm in this specialized area of law. To view articles on Korean Child Abduction please see: IPG Legal's Korean Child Abduction Archive.
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