Trade Secrets & Corporate Information Protection

"Our deal was under a very tight schedule and BKL always responded quickly. We easily noticed all attorneys involved in this deal showed strong expertise based on their great amount of experience. We have been receiving a high-quality advisory service with a strong focus on practical solution as well as a general legal opinion."

- Chambers and Partners Asia-Pacific

Overview

BKL’s IP Practice Group provides optimal solutions tailored to clients' needs by combining extensive experiences accumulated through successfully handling numerous domestic and international disputes over trade secrets, together with the exceptional expertise of professionals in diverse technological fields.

One-Stop Legal Services to Prevent Trade Secret Disputes

In today’s competitive business landscape, technological advancements have intensified the risks of trade secret disputes. The unauthorized disclosure or misuse of trade secrets can have devastating consequences for a company, making proactive measures against trade secret misappropriation essential. In cases when actual misappropriation is anticipated, it is crucial to conduct swift and precise detection efforts, such as forensic investigations. Proactive measures, including preliminary injunctions such as non-compete orders, are also essential. Moreover, when infringement occurs, criminal complaints may become necessary, along with civil remedies aimed at prohibiting the use of trade secrets and securing compensation for resulting damages. 

In this multifaceted area requiring diverse legal actions, BKL's IP Practice Group stands out by providing one-stop legal services. The Group has demonstrated a strong track record in compliance-related matters to prevent trade secret misappropriation and excels at detecting misappropriation activities through BKL's Digital Forensics Center, staffed by forensic experts. 

Furthermore, in collaboration with attorneys in BKL’s Criminal Group, the IP Practice Group is also recognized for its effective representation in investigations conducted by the police and prosecutors. BKL’s IP  Group ensures swift and effective representations at every stage, providing one-stop legal services for its clients.

Specialized Expertise Across Advanced Technological Fields

Trade secret disputes often arise in cutting-edge fields involving advanced and emerging technologies. A high level of technological understanding is required for legal counsel handling such trade secret cases. BKL’s IP Practice Group excels in providing highly specialized legal services tailored to various technological domains, including: Machinery, Chemistry and Electronics. 

BKL IP Practice Group’s strength also lies in its cohesive collaboration between attorneys with expertise in specific technological fields and patent attorneys from Bae, Kim & Lee IP. This integrated approach enables BKL to deliver high-level, case-specific solutions that address the unique challenges posed by advanced technologies.
 

 

Key Services

Assisting clients with analysis and implementation of systemic protection of their trade secrets
Acting in criminal and civil litigation concerning trade secret misappropriation
Enforcement of non-compete agreements
Protection of trade secrets involving hiring and termination of employees
Advising on contractual issues and disputes regarding trade secret protection

Representative Cases

Advised and represented a client in a case involving a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation in connection with battery technologies between secondary battery technology companies
Advised a client in its response to a dispute over a strain misappropriation and a trade secret misappropriation between domestic pharmaceutical companies.
Represented a client in a case regarding a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation concerning chemical plant design technologies between a domestic conglomerate and a foreign company
Advised and represented a client in a case involving a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation in connection with battery technologies between secondary battery technology companies
Advised a client in its response to a dispute over a strain misappropriation and a trade secret misappropriation between domestic pharmaceutical companies.
Represented a client in a case regarding a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation concerning chemical plant design technologies between a domestic conglomerate and a foreign company
Advised a foreign company specialized in LCD-related materials on a criminal case involving trade secrets
Represented a client in a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation concerning power plant design technologies
Represented a heating appliance manufacturer in a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation
Represented an optical lens manufacturer in a dispute over a trade secret misappropriation
Advised a leading food and beverage franchise company on its trade secret compliance
Represented a client in a criminal case involving trade secrets in the fintech/credit information sector
Handled multiple injunction cases seeking non-compete and non-solicitation relief resulting from violations of a non-compete agreement