About

English-Speaking Lawyer in Korea

Providing Legal Solutions to Foreign Clients with Integrity and Expertise

Yunjeong Hwang is an experienced English-speaking attorney based in Seoul, Korea, offering comprehensive legal solutions to foreign clientsacross a wide range of practice areas. Her expertise spans international divorce, family law, civil litigation, labor disputes, criminal defense, and cross-border commercial matters.

With a deep understanding of both Korean legal frameworks and the expectations of international clients, Lawyer Hwang is committed to delivering clear, effective, and tailored legal strategies. She focuses on bridging cultural and legal gaps, ensuring that expatriates and global businesses receive guidance they can trust.

Known for her professionalism, discretion, and client-centered approach, she simplifies complex legal processes while maintaining a strong focus on achieving practical outcomes. Whether assisting individuals or corporations, Lawyer Hwang provides dependable counsel designed to protect her clients’ interests at every stage.

If you are looking for a reliable legal partner in Korea, Lawyer Hwang offers the expertise and clarity needed to navigate your legal challenges with confidence.

Education

Sogang Law School

Master of Law

Seoul, Korea

Seoul National University

Master of Political Science

Seoul, Korea

Sogang University

Bachelor of English Literature

Seoul, Korea

Work Experience

March. 2025 – Pres.

Korea Private International Law Association

• Secretary General

Seoul, Korea

June. 2021 – Pres.

Lawyer Hwang Law Office

Seoul, Korea

Sep. 2020 – June. 2021

Law Firm Songdam

Seoul, Korea

Dec. 2019 – Sep. 2020

Law Firm Jeongron

Seoul, Korea

May 2019 – Pres.

Doggyman Korea Co., Ltd.

• Legal Counsel

Gyeonggido, Korea

Dec. 2017 – Dec. 2019

Lawyer Hwang Yunjeong Law Office

Seoul, Korea

Mar. 2018 – Jan. 2020

June 2020 – Pres.

Special Committee for International Human Rights of Korean Bar Association

• Member

Seoul, Korea

Sep. 2017 – Dec. 2018

Legal Tech Co., Ltd.

• Legal Counsel

Seoul, Korea

Sep. 2017 – Oct. 2017

Law Firm Ehyun

• Apprentice Lawyer

Seoul, Korea

Jun. 2017 – Sep. 2017

JS Partners Law Office

• Apprentice Lawyer

Seoul, Korea

Feb.2008 – Feb. 2012

Samsung Securities Co., Ltd.

– Evaluated various funds and selected financial products for asset portfolio

Seoul, Korea

Other Activities

Dec. 2018

UN Committee for Elimination of Racial Discrimination

– Joined the session and submitted a report on detention on Immigration Act

Geneva, Switzerland

Nov. 2018

Annual Conference of Lawasia

Made a presentation on international divorce in Korea at Family Law session

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Certificate

Mar. 2017

Certified Investment Manager (Mar. 24th, 2017)

Education

Sogang Law School

Master of Law

Seoul, Korea

Seoul National University

Master of Political Science

Seoul, Korea

Sogang University

Bachelor of English Literature

Seoul, Korea

Work Experience

June. 2021 – Pres.

Lawyer Hwang Law Office

Seoul, Korea

Sep. 2020 – June. 2021

Law Firm Songdam

Seoul, Korea

Dec. 2019 – Sep. 2020

Law Firm Jeongron

Seoul, Korea

May 2019 – Pres.

Doggyman Korea Co., Ltd.

• Legal Counsel

Gyeonggido, Korea

Dec. 2017 – Dec. 2019

Lawyer Hwang Yunjeong Law Office

Seoul, Korea

Mar. 2018 – Jan. 2020

June 2020 – Pres.

Special Committee for International Human Rights of Korean Bar Association

• Member

Seoul, Korea

Sep. 2017 – Dec. 2018

Legal Tech Co., Ltd.

• Legal Counsel

Seoul, Korea

Sep. 2017 – Oct. 2017

Law Firm Ehyun

• Apprentice Lawyer

Seoul, Korea

Jun. 2017 – Sep. 2017

JS Partners Law Office

• Apprentice Lawyer

Seoul, Korea

Feb.2008 – Feb. 2012

Samsung Securities Co., Ltd.

– Evaluated various funds and selected financial products for asset portfolio

Seoul, Korea

Other Activities

Dec. 2018

UN Committee for Elimination of Racial Discrimination

– Joined the session and submitted a report on detention on Immigration Act

Geneva, Switzerland

Nov. 2018

Annual Conference of Lawasia

Made a presentation on international divorce in Korea at Family Law session

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Certificate

Mar. 2017

Certified Investment Manager (Mar. 24th, 2017)

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