Korean IP service for foreign counsel
Scope Confirmation Trial in Korea
SODAM supports Korean scope confirmation trials by defining the target product or process, preparing technical comparison charts, and developing arguments on whether the target falls within the scope of a Korean IP right.
When This Service Is Needed
1. Review Point
A party needs a Korean determination on whether a product or process falls within the protected scope of an IP right.
2. Review Point
A non-infringement or enforcement position should be organized before or during a dispute.
3. Review Point
Foreign counsel needs a Korean procedural route for focused scope analysis.
Key Issues We Review
- Precise definition of the target product, process, or embodiment.
- Claim construction and technical feature comparison.
- Relationship with infringement litigation, invalidation trials, and commercial negotiation.
- Evidence needed to support the defined comparison target.
Documents and Information to Send
- Korean patent, utility model, design, or trademark materials relevant to the right at issue.
- Target product drawings, manuals, photos, samples, process descriptions, or technical documents.
- Existing claim charts, foreign counsel analysis, or dispute correspondence.
- Known litigation, warning letter, or licensing context if relevant.
How SODAM Assists Foreign Counsel
- Define the comparison target in a procedurally usable manner.
- Prepare element-by-element claim or design comparison charts.
- Develop Korean trial arguments and supporting evidence strategy.
- Coordinate English reporting with related dispute objectives.
Related Korean IP Services
FAQ
- Is a scope confirmation trial the same as infringement litigation?
- No. It is a separate Korean procedure focused on whether a defined target falls within the scope of a right, although it may be strategically related to infringement disputes.
- Why is target definition important?
- The trial comparison depends on the defined product, process, or embodiment. An imprecise target can weaken the usefulness of the proceeding.
- Can the proceeding support settlement discussions?
- In appropriate cases, a structured Korean scope position may assist risk evaluation and negotiation strategy.
Discuss a Korean IP Matter
Please send the relevant documents, procedural status, and the requested Korean IP work. SODAM will review the matter and respond with the appropriate next step.