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Managing Partner Dongyeob Kim
Experience
- •Managing Partner, Kim & Rhee Law Office
- •Legal Advisor, Construction Association of Korea (North Gyeongbuk Province)
- •Former Attorney at Law, Ohhyun Law Firm
- •Former Military Prosecutor, 15th Infantry Division, ROK Army
- •Former Disciplinary Training Officer, 15th Infantry Division, ROK Army
- •Former Military Prosecutor, 56th Infantry Division, ROK Army
- •Former Advisory Committee Member, Gangnam District Office
Education
- •J.D. in Hankuk University of Foreign Studies (HUFS)
- •B.A. in Philosophy and Public Policy, Hanyang University
Qualifications & Languages
- •Licensed Attorney at Law (Republic of Korea)
- •Certified Criminal Law Lawyer, Korean Bar Association
- •Construction & Real Estate Law Certificate, Seoul Bar Association
- •English and Korean
Managing Partner Dongyeob Kim
Main Practice Areas
Dongyeob Kim, is a criminal law lawyer registered with the Korean Bar Association, specializing in defending criminal cases in Korea. Leveraging his in-depth understanding of the complexities of the Korean legal system, he provides strategic and effective legal defense for clients facing charges such as drug offenses, sexual crimes, property-related crimes, felonies, and traffic violations.
In addition to his criminal law practice, Kim is also highly experienced in civil litigation, providing comprehensive legal services in various civil cases. He handles a wide array of disputes, including tort claims, contractual disagreements, and compensation actions, providing his clients with informed and assertive representation. His deep knowledge of civil law allows him to guide clients through complex legal processes, aiming for efficient and favorable resolutions. With practical investigation and response experience, he is particularly strong at setting a precise strategy from the earliest stage of a case.
Kim also possesses specialized expertise in construction law, where he represents developers, contractors, and property owners in regulatory compliance, contract negotiations, and dispute resolution. His work includes managing cases related to construction and project management issues, always ensuring his clients' interests are protected. Furthermore, Kim's proficiency in real property law makes him a valuable asset for clients dealing with issues such as land use, zoning regulations, title disputes, and landlord-tenant conflicts. Whether addressing complex real estate transactions or resolving contentious property disputes, he provides detailed and strategic legal counsel, tailored to achieve successful outcomes for his clients. In addition, he advises extensively in construction and real estate matters, including real estate transactions and subscriptions, construction receivables, defects and subcontract disputes, project finance matters, the Serious Accidents Punishment Act, and sector-specific regulatory issues.
Managing Partner Dongyeob Kim
Notable Practice Experience
Criminal Law
- •Extensive experience in narcotics/controlled substances cases
- •Representation in serious sexual crime cases, including sexual assault·rape
- •Experience in cases involving minors and child pornography under the Youth Protection Act
- •Sexual harassment cases
- •Experience in defamation, harassment, and online privacy violation cases
- •Representation in traffic accident and DUI cases
- •Corporate criminal cases under the Aggravated Punishment Act for Economic Crimes (embezzlement·breach of trust·fraud)
- •Investment Fraud cases
- •Defense in fraud and embezzlement cases, including voice phishing schemes
- •Representation in gambling-related cases and violations of the National Sports Promotion Act
- •Representation in habeas corpus petitions and detention validity challenges
- •Criminal defense representation during investigation, arrest, and detention stages
- •Defense in serious felony cases
- •Victim advocacy in sexual criminal cases
- •Victim advocacy in fraud·scam criminal cases
- •Handling of criminal appeals and retrials
Administrative and Tax Matters
- •Representation in administrative disciplinary cases for public servants and military personnel
- •Government information disclosure cases
- •Remedies in driver's license suspension
- •Tax appeals and litigation, including income and capital gains tax disputes
- •Tax refund appeals and litigation
Construction and Real Estate Law
- •Real estate transaction disputes and contract-related cases
- •Construction defect and property damage litigation
- •Representation in residential property damage cases, including water leakage disputes
- •Landlord-tenant disputes, including eviction proceedings
- •Construction payment disputes and mechanic's lien cases
- •Real estate investment litigation
- •Real estate project finance advisory
- •Reconstruction and redevelopment projects
- •Subcontracting disputes
- •Advisory on the Serious Accidents Punishment Act
- •Construction and real estate regulatory compliance
Civil Law
- •Representation in personal injury damages and compensation claims
- •Handling debt collection and loan recovery cases
- •Unjust enrichment and restitution claims
- •Debt collection
- •Civil enforcement defense cases
- •Security deposit return litigation
- •Divorce and alimony cases
- •Family law cases, including adultery and marital disputes
- •Civil Claims for Criminal Damages
- •Investment Contribution Return Litigation
- •Contract disputes and breach of contract litigation
- •Virtual asset exchange disputes
- •Virtual asset regulatory litigation
Certified Practice Area: Criminal Law
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