Finnegan Joining Competitors in Seoul

On April 13, Finnegan announced that it will open an office in Seoul, South Korea. Charles H. Suh, a Finnegan partner who has been with the firm for 15 years, will serve as managing partner. Finnegan is the first IP-only law firm in Korea and currently represents clients in Korea in the semiconductor, electronic, automotive, and life sciences industries. “With our long history of representing innovative Korean companies, it is a natural fit to be on the ground in Seoul working closely with our clients,” stated James B. Monroe, the firm’s managing partner.