North America Practice (USA / Canada)

Law Firm SIWOO provides comprehensive legal services covering the North American market, including the United States and Canada. With attorneys dispatched to the region and a strong network of local law firms and experts—particularly in Toronto—we deliver rapid and precise legal support.

Our North American experts possess deep insight into the legal and business landscapes of both Korea and North America. We provide optimized legal solutions for North American investors and companies entering the Korean market, as well as for Korean businesses expanding across the Pacific.

1. Corporate Law

Advisory on corporate establishment and restructuring in the US and Canada.

Advisory on M&A within the North American region.

Review and negotiation of contracts with North American enterprises.

2. International Investment

Legal advisory on Korean investment into the US and Canada.

Legal advisory on US/Canadian investment in Korea.

Strategic planning for investment structures and tax optimization.

3. Trade & Customs

Advisory on the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Advisory on export/import regulations and customs duties.

Support for the resolution of trade disputes.

4. Intellectual Property (IP)

Registration and protection of IP in the US and Canada.

Advisory on technology transfer and licensing agreements in North America.

5. Labor & Employment

Drafting and review of employment contracts under US/Canadian labor laws.

Legal advisory on the dispatch of expatriates.

Support for labor dispute resolution.

6. Immigration

Support for work visas and permanent residency (Green Cards) in the US and Canada.

Strategic planning for corporate immigration and personnel transfers.

7. Dispute Resolution

Representation in litigation and arbitration within North America.

Resolution of international commercial disputes.

8. Regulatory Compliance

Advisory on foreign investment regulations (e.g., CFIUS).

Compliance advisory for corporate activities in North America.

Support for negotiations with government agencies and licensing.

9. Private Client Services

Advisory on real estate acquisition and management in North America or Korea.

Legal counsel on inheritance and estate planning.