Posts by Mark Benton

Key Changes in Korean Labour Law (2025)

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Executive Summary This article provides an overview of recent updates to Korea’s labour law framework in 2025, covering new wage rules, leave entitlements, workplace safety obligations, and anti-discrimination policies. South Korea’s labour law landscape has undergone significant transformation through 2024 and 2025,…

Enforcement of Voting Rights Agreements in Korean Courts

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In a decision on 12 June 2025, the Korean Supreme Court has clarified the legal standing of shareholder and joint venture agreements—particularly those involving voting rights. This is a significant development for anyone entering into shareholder arrangements (Shareholder Agreements) in Korea. The…