NAM IP Group

As a pioneer in the field of intellectual property (IP) and with a proud history as Korea’s oldest IP law firm, NAM IP Group is synonymous with excellence in intellectual property law in South Korea. Since our founding in 1952, our commitment to quality and excellence has been the cornerstone of our success.

In 2024, we underwent significant changes, rebranding from NAM & NAM to NAM IP Group and transitioning from a General Partnership (GP) to a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) to better accommodate our expanding team. These developments reflect our continuous evolution, building on the firm’s formidable 71-year legacy, and enhance our ability to attract and retain top talent in the field of patent law.

For over 71 years, both domestic and multinational clients have placed their trust in NAM IP Group. This trust is founded on the exceptional quality of our services, delivered by skilled professionals who provide effective solutions tailored to each client's specific needs. Our team is composed of experts selected based on specialized technological knowledge, ensuring that we are equipped to meet the demands of our global clients.

We are dedicated to IP-related matters and continuously expand our practice to provide clear and effective solutions for our clients' success. To maintain consistently the highest standards, we operate with systemized procedures adhering to strict quality management and information security protocols.

NAM IP Group boasts one of the largest and most comprehensive IP practices in South Korea, covering all forms of intellectual property and major technological fields, with particular expertise in electronics, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, mechanics, brand protection, trademarks, and designs.

We stand ready to serve as your bridge to IP success in South Korea, in alignment with our firm’s motto: “PAVE the way for clients’ success.”

Our Core Values:
Prestigious: Our team consists of leading patent attorneys and lawyers who are recognized as experts in their respective fields. We strive to reflect this industry-leading status in the services we provide to our clients.

Accessible: We prioritize clear communication, timely updates, and a client-centered approach, ensuring that our services are easy to understand and highly responsive to client needs.

Value-Adding: NAM IP Group goes beyond providing legal advice by offering strategic insights, innovative solutions, and comprehensive support, tailored to each client's unique needs.

Efficient: We understand the importance of time in legal matters and are committed to delivering swift, effective solutions without compromising on quality. Our streamlined processes, advanced IT technology, and skilled professionals enable us to handle cases with speed and precision.

Key IP Areas

Copyright & related rights, Designs, Intellectual property (contentious), Intellectual property (prosecution), IP transactions, Life sciences IP, Patent, Patent contentious, Patent prosecution, PTAB litigation, Trade mark, Trade mark contentious, Trade mark prosecution, ITC litigation

Key Sector Expertise

Aerospace, Advertising, Aerospace, Agriculture, Artificial intelligence, Arts, Automotive, Biotechnology, Chemical, Computer technology & services, Construction & materials, Defence, E-commerce, Electrical, Electronics, Fashion & luxury goods, Food & beverage, Furniture, Gaming, Utilities, Universities & research, Transport, Tobacco, Telecommunication, Technology hardware, Sports, Semiconductors, Robotics, Pharmaceutical, Professional services, Optics & photonics, Oil & gas, Nanotechnology, Medical device, Media, Mechanical, Life sciences, Internet, Instruments, Industrials, ICT & software, Hospitality & leisure, FMCG, Logistics, Manufacturing, Renewable energy

At NAM IP Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that values diversity. We recruit professionals from various countries and backgrounds, regardless of gender, region, or physical ability. To ensure fairness, all members of our firm undergo training on unconscious bias, promoting respect and inclusivity within the firm and in our client interactions.

Our office is equipped with facilities that accommodate disabled members, ensuring a comfortable and safe work environment for everyone. Through these efforts, we aim not only to create change within our firm but to contribute to a more inclusive and respectful society.

NAM IP Group is also actively engaged in various ESG initiatives. We assist companies in developing eco-friendly logistics technologies through patent support, such as new transportation technologies and eco-friendly packaging solutions, aimed at reducing carbon emissions and optimizing resource usage.

Additionally, we advise companies on corporate social responsibility, helping them improve labor conditions and develop products that address societal challenges, enabling them to operate more responsibly.