Corporate

Corporate

From incorporation to growth, investment, and M&A — SUGAR SQUARE provides practical, strategic legal solutions across the full corporate lifecycle. We don't just interpret the law; we find ways to make your business goals happen within it, delivering irreplaceable value at every stage of your journey in Korea.

l Key Services

Company Setup & Operations

- Company incorporation and business licensing

- Articles of association and internal regulations drafting

- Board and shareholders' meeting management

- Corporate governance structure and risk management

- Ongoing compliance with Korean Commercial Act and Capital Markets Act

Regulatory Compliance

- Fair trade, subcontracting, and franchise law advisory

- Environmental regulation response and compliance

- Internal compliance program design and implementation

- Regulatory investigation defense and dispute resolution

- Proactive risk assessment and prevention consulting

Startup & Growth Advisory

- Early-stage legal risk prevention and resolution

- Investment agreement review and negotiation

- Stock option and employee compensation structure design

- IP acquisition and protection strategy

- Venture certification and government support program applications

l Selected Cases

Machinery Defect Dispute : Successfully recovered the full purchase price for a client through litigation over machinery defects.

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Energy Market Regulatory Update: Advised clients on the 2025 amendments to Korea's Power Market Operating Rules, including new direct renewable energy trading mechanisms.

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M&A Contract Advisory: Provided strategic guidance on the legal enforceability of "best efforts" clauses in Korean corporate acquisition agreements — a critical issue for cross-border deals.

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