South Korea – US
“My mother, who is ethnically Korean, found relief and professional safety in working with someone with whom she could speak in her native tongue but also with whom I could conduct communication in English. Having a bilingual professional as our legal guide in establishing my mother’s trust was by far the most unexpected windfall! My mother and I are extremely pleased with Soo Yeon Lee and so happy to have had such amazing care and attention to detail throughout the process” – Julia A.
Seamless calibrations between US and Korea are required to successfully navigate the US legal system.
When Soo Yeon Lee represents someone of Korean heritage, whether it is a company, individual, or family, she brings a unique and deeply ingrained cultural competency to bear. This goes beyond a mere language barrier; it is a profound understanding of how Koreans and Americans think and what that means for communication. It is also about knowing how different the Korean and American legal systems are.
Understanding these differences and seamlessly calibrating between the two is crucial in helping clients navigate the legal system.
Soo Yeon Lee’s desire to serve people like her is deeply rooted in her personal experiences. With family in South Korea and the U.S., she faces the same complexities that her clients do. This shared background and her experiences in both countries allow her to identify the challenges and opportunities that others may not easily.
With her skills as a native speaker and first-hand experience of the Korean culture, Soo Yeon Lee is not just an advisor and advocate, but a highly sought-after one. Her unique blend of cultural understanding and legal expertise makes her a top choice for those seeking representation.
As a trusted family lawyer, Soo Yeon Lee represents many clients with assets in the U.S. and other parts of the world. Her ability to communicate seamlessly in English and Korean makes her a top choice for multi-generational families with ties to Korea, further demonstrating her expertise and dedication to her clients.
Areas of Service
- General Counsel to US-Korean Family
- US-Korea Estate Planning
- US Gift and Estate Tax Planning
- Working with Korean Tax and Legal Advisors
- Significant Transactions Between US-Korea
- Litigation involving Korean companies or Korean-speaking litigants