Korea-Based IP Law Firm  ·  Serving Global Clients Since 2010

Bori Patent
& Law Office

Your Reliable Korean IP Partner

Professional patent, trademark, and IP services in Korea —
clear communication, business-oriented results for international clients worldwide.

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Licensed Korean Patent Attorney
PCT & International IP Filing
English-Language Service
Seoul, Republic of Korea
Trusted by Global Law Firms
About Us

Your Reliable IP Partner
in Korea

Bori Patent & Law Office provides full-scope intellectual property services in Korea — from patent application and trademark registration to design protection, PCT national phase entry, office action response, and IP strategy consulting.

We specialize in assisting overseas companies, foreign inventors, startups, and international law firms seeking reliable, professional IP protection in Korea. Our team communicates clearly in English, ensuring a transparent and efficient process from the very first inquiry through to final registration.

Full-scope Korean IP services conducted in English
Transparent, responsive communication with international clients
Support for companies, startups, individual inventors & law firms
Practical, business-oriented IP strategy and legal advice
Deep expertise in PCT national phase entries into Korea
Based in Seoul with direct access to KIPO proceedings
Attorney Inbo Seol
Inbo Seol — Patent Attorney
Representative · Bori Patent & Law Office
Credentials & Experience
Education Yonsei University — Mechanical & Electrical Engineering (2008)
Career Background 16+ years in IP law · Former: Lee & Kim IP, Nobel IP Law Office
Practice Areas Patents · Trademarks · Design Rights · PCT · IP Disputes
Naver Knowledge iN Official IP consulting attorney — 600+ adopted answers since 2012
Our Services

Comprehensive Korean IP Services
for International Clients

End-to-end intellectual property solutions in Korea — handled professionally in English, from filing to enforcement.

Patent Application in Korea

End-to-end Korean patent filing — prior art search, professional drafting, examination response, and registration management at KIPO.

Trademark Registration

Korean trademark availability search, multi-class application, examination response, and full registration across all goods and service classes.

Design Protection

Design right applications in Korea to protect the visual appearance and ornamental features of your products under Korean IP law.

PCT National Phase Entry

Smooth and timely national phase entry into Korea from PCT international applications, with deadline management and prosecution support.

Office Action Response

Strategic and prompt responses to Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) office actions, rejections, and examination reports.

IP Strategy & Portfolio Management

Building and managing your Korean IP portfolio with a business-focused strategy — tailored to your technology, market, and budget.

Korean IP Consultation for Overseas Clients

Direct English-language consultation on Korean IP law, filing strategy, cost estimates, and timelines for foreign applicants and companies.

IP Dispute & Invalidation

Handling Korean IP disputes, oppositions, invalidation trials, and enforcement actions before KIPO and Korean courts.

Corporate IP Advisory

Ongoing IP advisory services for corporations entering or expanding in the Korean market — including due diligence and licensing support.

Why Choose Us

Why International Clients
Trust Bori IP Law

We combine deep Korean IP expertise with clear, professional English communication — making the entire process straightforward for our global clients.

01

Korea-Based IP Expertise

Deep expertise in Korean patent law, trademark practice, and KIPO procedures built over 16+ years of continuous active practice in Seoul.

02

Clear English Communication

Transparent, responsive communication in English throughout the entire process — no language barriers, no surprises, no miscommunication.

03

Business-Oriented Legal Support

We focus on practical, commercially relevant outcomes aligned with your business objectives — not just procedural legal formalities.

04

Startup & SME Friendly

Flexible, cost-effective IP support for startups, individual inventors, and small-to-medium enterprises worldwide seeking Korean IP protection.

05

Trusted by Global Law Firms

A reliable and professional Korean associate partner for international law firms and patent agencies seeking dependable local Korean representation.

06

Full-Scope Service Coverage

From initial consultation to registration, office action response, and enforcement — we handle the complete IP lifecycle in Korea under one roof.

How It Works

Simple 4-Step Process
for International Clients

Getting started is easy. We guide you through every step from the first inquiry to successful IP registration in Korea.

1

Submit an Inquiry

Send us your inquiry via email or the contact form below. Include details about your technology, product, or brand.

2

Initial Review

We review your case and perform a preliminary assessment of your IP needs, feasibility, and optimal filing strategy in Korea.

3

Consultation & Quotation

We provide a clear English-language consultation along with a transparent cost estimate and realistic timeline for your IP project.

4

Filing & Legal Action

We execute the filing or legal action at KIPO and keep you updated at every step until your IP rights are secured in Korea.

Contact Us

Start Your Korean IP Journey Today

Fill out the form below or email us directly at ibsul@boripat.co.kr. We respond within 1 business day.

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Contact Information

Phone (International) +82-2-2047-0852
Office Address Garden Five Works, B-dong #518
52 Chungmin-ro, Songpa-gu
Seoul, Republic of Korea
Business Hours (KST) Mon – Fri: 09:00 – 18:00
Sat – Sun: Closed
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