Criminal Defense for Foreign Nationals
English-Speaking Sex Crime Lawyer in Korea
Defense for sexual offense allegations, police investigations and criminal trials
If you have been accused of a sexual offense in South Korea, discuss the allegation and your next steps with a lawyer in English. YUSU Lawfirm assists foreign nationals facing sexual assault, indecent assault and illegal filming allegations, from preparation for a police interview through prosecution and trial.
YUSU Lawfirm provides criminal defense for suspects and defendants in Korea. The team is led by Soobin You, a Korean-licensed attorney and former prosecutor, and provides English-language assistance to international clients. Our offices are in Seoul (Mapo) and Gyeongju.
When the police contact you
Understand the allegation before your interview
A call from the police may leave you uncertain about the complaint, your status in the investigation, or what documents to prepare. Tell us the police station, any scheduled interview date, and the allegation as it was explained to you. We can discuss the scope of representation and preparation for questioning.
English communication with your lawyer and interpretation during an investigation serve different purposes. Our team can explain the process in English and discuss the arrangements needed for your case.
For support focused on questioning, see police investigation support. For other charges, see our criminal defense service.
What to include in your inquiry
Briefly identify the allegation, whether you are under investigation or already charged, and any interview or court date. Mention your preferred language and a contact method. The inquiry form is for an initial summary; please do not upload sensitive evidence.
We will discuss the work required, the proposed scope and legal fees before you decide whether to engage the firm.
Sexual Offense Defense
Matters our team can discuss with you
Sexual assault allegations
Defense where the parties give different accounts of an encounter, including allegations involving consent or intoxication. The approach depends on the specific allegation and available evidence.
Read a related case note →Indecent assault allegations
Allegations involving unwanted touching, including incidents on public transport or in nightlife settings. We can review the sequence of events and discuss your response to the investigation.
Read a related case note →Illegal filming allegations
Cases involving alleged recording or related digital evidence. We can discuss the accusation, the stage of the case and the defense or sentencing issues relevant to your circumstances.
Read the illegal filming case note →These existing case notes describe individual matters. They do not predict the result of another case, and no outcome is guaranteed.
Your Defense Team
Criminal practice experience, with communication in English
Meet the people who work with international clients at YUSU Lawfirm.
Former prosecutor
Soobin You leads the firm’s criminal defense practice after serving as a public prosecutor.
English-language assistance
Deputy Managing Attorney Kyungmin Kim was educated in the United States and communicates with English-speaking clients.
Investigation experience
Senior advisor Chunggeol Lee brings 13 years of experience as a Korean police investigator.
Scope of Support
From investigation to court
Discuss the allegation, deadlines, your current status and the proposed scope of representation.
Prepare for questioning and discuss lawyer attendance, relevant materials and written submissions.
Review the case position and address issues arising as the matter proceeds.
If the case reaches court, discuss defense preparation, hearings and any sentencing issues.
Questions About Representation
Sex crime defense in Korea: practical questions
Can I discuss my case with a lawyer in English?
Yes. YUSU Lawfirm provides English-language assistance to foreign nationals. Tell us your preferred language when you make your inquiry.
Can I contact you before a police interview?
Yes. Include your scheduled interview date and police station in your inquiry so the team can assess the timing and discuss preparation.
Does this page cover defense for suspects and defendants?
Yes. This service focuses on people accused of sexual offenses. If you are seeking help to report an offense as a complainant, please see our criminal complaint service.
Can you also consider my visa concerns?
Tell us your visa status and any immigration deadline when you contact us. We can discuss whether immigration advice should be coordinated with your criminal matter. Our guide to criminal charges and visa concerns provides related background.
How are legal fees agreed?
Fees depend on the circumstances, the stage of the case and the work required. We will discuss the proposed scope and fees before engagement. Submitting an inquiry does not itself establish a lawyer-client engagement.
Discuss your next steps in English
Tell us what you have been accused of and whether there is an upcoming interview or hearing.
Case Inquiry
Discuss your situation with our team
Send a brief summary, the current stage and any upcoming date. No documents or sensitive evidence are needed now. YUSU Lawfirm’s legal team will review your inquiry and contact you using the details you provide. We will request any additional information separately and explain any consultation or representation fees before you decide whether to proceed. Your inquiry will not be published.