Startups & Venture Capital

While startups often face significant legal risks and complex disputes during their early stages, they typically lack the resources to maintain a dedicated in-house legal team. Consequently, professional external counsel is crucial for sustainable growth.

Law Firm SIWOO provides essential legal support across the entire startup lifecycle. Our services range from incorporation and investment agreements to product development contracts, technology transfers, and the establishment of standard legal frameworks for business stability. Furthermore, we offer sophisticated counsel on core business protection, including the management of Intellectual Property (IP), defense against trade secret infringement, and strategies to prevent hostile M&As. We are committed to helping startups minimize legal risks and maximize their growth potential through comprehensive, one-stop legal advisory.

Practice Areas

Incorporation & Structuring: Legal support for the establishment of corporations and investment vehicles (SPCs, PEFs) in Korea.

Investment & JVs: Advisory on Joint Ventures (JVs) and the drafting/negotiation of investment agreements (RCPS, CB, BW).

Trade Secret Protection: Legal advisory and litigation regarding trade secret infringement and the protection of proprietary information.

Contract Management: Drafting and review of essential commercial contracts and the creation of standard legal templates for early-stage operations.

Technology Transactions: Advisory on technology transfer agreements and licensing strategies.

HR & Tax: Consultation on early-stage labor relations (including Stock Options and employment contracts) and tax compliance.

Government Funding: Advisory on securing facility funds and guarantees from major Korean agencies such as KODIT (Korea Credit Guarantee Fund), KIBO (Korea Technology Finance Corporation), and KOSME.

Regulatory Compliance: Support for government permits, licenses, and response to administrative regulations.

General Compliance: Comprehensive legal advisory on corporate governance and regulatory compliance for startups.