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Korean Inheritance & Estate Law

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 LawKorean Criminal Defense LawKorean Family LawKorean Estate Law; Korean Inheritance LawKorean Franchise Law; and General Korean Business Law.

IPG Legal's Korean Inheritance & Estate Law Team

Inheritance disputes are rarely simple, especially when they cross international borders and involve multiple family members with differing legal rights, cultural expectations, and personal histories. These complex and often emotionally charged cases require more than just legal expertise—these inheritance cases demand discretion, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of international family and estate law. That’s where IPG Legal excels.

Global Disputes, Local Expertise

IPG Legal has built a strong reputation as one of the leading international law firms for inheritance disputes between families with assets in Korea, China, Southeast Asia, and North America. With decades of experience in cross-border litigation, estate law, inheritance law, and tax law, our team is uniquely equipped to handle disputes involving:

  • Multiple heirs in different countries

  • Conflicting wills and succession laws

  • Undisclosed or contested foreign assets in multiple jurisdictions

  • Valuation of unique assets and businesses

  • Claims by spouses, children, or other relatives under varying legal systems

  • Allegations of undue influence, fraud, or breach of fiduciary duty

  • Issues concerning Inheritance Taxes
     

Our multilingual, multinational attorneys and accountants have decades of experience in assisting families navigating the complexities of international estates involving properties or decedents in Korea. 

Resolving Complex Family Inheritance Conflicts

IPG Legal’s international reach and litigation experience allow us to offer strategic solutions that:

  • Protect our clients’ rights under applicable domestic and foreign laws

  • Coordinate proceedings across multiple jurisdictions

  • Represent clients in court or through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms such as mediation and arbitration

  • Facilitate communication and negotiation among family members to seek amicable resolutions when possible

If you’re facing a cross-border inheritance issue involving family members in multiple countries, contact IPG Legal today. For more information on Inheritance Disputes please see the IPG Legal’s Inheritance Law Archive.

You may schedule a free consultation at Schedule a Free Call with an Attorney in Korea.

IPG Legal Law Firm 
Seoul, South Korea Office

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