TRUTHJUSTICELIBERTY
"The law is cold, but the advocate must be passionate." With 21 years as a prosecutor and insights from over 30,000 cases, I will be your reliable problem solver.
"Strategic Planning"
Philosophy
Investigation is science,
and defense is art.
Having served in key planning positions at the Ministry of Justice and Supreme Prosecutors' Office, my exceptional organizational management and problem-solving abilities have been proven. Experience handling over 30,000 cases across all fields including criminal, corporate/economic, tax/finance, and election/labor is my asset.
I provide effective solutions with One-Step service covering both civil and criminal matters. I will be a reliable partner who heals clients' pain and brings new hope.
21Years
Professional Career
3K+ Cases
Case Experience
Expertise Areas
Criminal Defense & Corporate/Economic
With 21 years of prosecutorial insight, I establish overwhelming defense strategies for corporate fraud and major economic cases.
Finance & Digital Assets
A specialized attorney in finance and digital assets who accurately analyzes complex regulations and risks. Providing reliable legal solutions from investment to disputes and compliance.
Election & Labor
Election law violation response and complex labor dispute resolution.
Legal compliance protecting corporate sustainability
Economic & Property Crimes
Economic cases with complex fund flow tracking and fierce legal disputes including embezzlement, breach of trust, and fraud. Securing decisive evidence with high-level prosecutorial experience.
Trust Design & Legal Advisory
Beyond trust dispute response, we design differently from the structure: living trusts, business succession trusts, special needs trusts, real estate management trusts, and security trusts.
A 22-year practicing attorney provides legal-focused design and dispute prevention, not trust operation.
TheChain.lawyer
"The Link between Code and Law"
The link between code and law — Web3 legal services combining 21 years of prosecutorial experience with Yonsei University Blockchain Executive Program expertise
Genesis Pack
Genesis Pack
All-in-one legal package for VASP establishment and registration. Safely create the first block of your digital asset business.
- VASP Registration Support
- AML/KYC Policy Development
- Terms of Service Drafting
Consensus Retainer
Consensus Retainer
Monthly blockchain legal advisory contract. Managing ongoing legal risks with agreed-upon trust.
- Monthly Legal Advisory
- Regulatory Monitoring
- Contract Review
Defense Node
Defense Node
Emergency criminal and administrative response service. A proven node protecting the network in crisis situations.
- Emergency Investigation Response
- Account Freeze Resolution
- Exchange Dispute Resolution
Korea Fair Trade Commission
Active Administration Committee Member Appointed
Appointed as a member of the Active Administration Committee under Article 9 of the KFTC's Active Administration Operating Regulations, participating in policy advisory activities for establishing fair market order and consumer protection.
Monopoly, Oligopoly & Unfair Collusion Regulation
Policy advice on abuse of market-dominant position and cartel activities
Unfair Trade Practices Regulation
Review of unfair practices including abuse of trading position and false advertising
Consumer Protection
Policy advice for consumer rights enhancement and damage relief
The Journey
21 years of career, expertise proven by 30,000 cases
Financial Law Expertise Enhancement
Seoul Bar Association Securities & Finance Training 23rd Class · SNU Financial Law Course · Asset Management Legal Advisory · Bar Association Financial Law Course
Gwangju District Prosecutors' Office Deputy Chief (Retired)
Managing Partner, Law Firm Tong
Supreme Prosecutors' Office Public Security Investigation Support Division Chief
Nationwide public security investigation command and support
Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office Investigation Dept. 2 Chief Prosecutor
Major corporate fraud and economic crimes
Ministry of Justice Legal Profession Division Chief
Overall legal talent development policy
Cheongju District Prosecutors' Office Yeongdong Branch Chief
Overall branch investigation command
Ministry of Justice Legal Profession Division Prosecutor
Legal talent development system planning
Seoul District Prosecutors' Office Prosecutor Appointment
First oath as a prosecutor of the Republic of Korea
41st National Bar Examination Passed
Judicial Research and Training Institute 31st Class
News & Press
Key activities and media coverage of Law Firm Tong
Kukkiwon Appoints 10 New Board Members — Including Former Deputy Chief Prosecutor Lee, Youngnam
Kukkiwon appointed 10 new board members through an open recruitment and review process by the Board Recommendation Committee. Attorney Lee, Youngnam, Managing Partner of Law Firm Tong, was among those selected.
READ MOREDiscussed Measures to Eradicate Unfair Capital Market Trading at Finance Forum
Attorney Lee, Youngnam, Managing Partner of Law Firm Tong, explained the purpose and effectiveness of the voluntary disclosure penalty reduction system for unfair capital market trading at the Innovation and Finance Forum.
READ MORE1994 New World Hotel Murder Case — Full Reinvestigation Launched After 30 Years
Deputy Chief Prosecutor Lee, Youngnam of Gwangju District Prosecutors' Office launched a comprehensive reinvestigation with determination to hold those responsible accountable, tracking and indicting an organized crime suspect who had fled overseas for 30 years.
READ MORELed Legal Review and Investigation Response for School Uniform Collusion Allegations
An attorney from Law Firm Tong oversaw the investigation response and legal review regarding recent school uniform company collusion allegations, handling risk analysis and response strategy development.
READ MOREGwangju Gang Mass Indictment — Organized Crime Recruited Minors for Street Violence
Deputy Chief Prosecutor Lee, Youngnam of Gwangju District Prosecutors' Office led the prosecution of 38 gang members involved in mass street brawls and retaliatory assaults, declaring strict enforcement against acts that 'escalate public unrest through brazen violence in public spaces.'
READ MOREParticipated as Legal Advisor in Crime Victim Protection Policy Council
An attorney from Law Firm Tong participated as a legal advisor at the 7th Crime Victim Protection and Support Policy Council hosted by the Gwangju District Prosecutors' Office.
READ MOREAttended Launch of Jeju 4·3 Incident Retrial Task Force
Lee, Youngnam, Director of Public Security Investigation Support at the Supreme Prosecutors' Office, attended the inauguration of the joint task force established to review approximately 2,530 military court convictions from the Jeju 4·3 Incident, contributing to historical judicial justice.
READ MOREStrengthened Election Crime Response Ahead of April 15 General Election
Daejeon District Prosecutors' Office Cheonan Branch held a joint meeting with election commissions and police ahead of the April 15 general election, forming a dedicated election crime investigation team of 3 prosecutors and 12 investigators, pledging strict enforcement regardless of status, position, or political affiliation.
READ MORE[Legal Column] Can't We Take the Bar Exam for Life?
Lee, Youngnam, Division Chief at the Ministry of Justice's Legal Profession Division, contributed a column to the Legal Times discussing the rationale behind bar exam attempt limitations and the future direction of legal professional training.
READ MORE[Legal Column] On the Legal Mind
Lee, Youngnam, Division Chief at the Ministry of Justice's Legal Profession Division, contributed an in-depth column to the Legal Times exploring the essence of the legal mind required of legal professionals and the direction of legal education.
READ MORE[Legal Column] Inside the Bar Examination
Lee, Youngnam, Division Chief at the Ministry of Justice's Legal Profession Division, contributed an expert analysis to the Legal Times on the structure and characteristics of the bar examination and improvement directions for the legal training system.
READ MORE[Legal Column] The Path to Becoming a Legal Professional
Lee, Youngnam, Division Chief at the Ministry of Justice's Legal Profession Division, contributed a column to the Legal Times surveying the evolution of legal professional training from the bar examination to the law school system.
READ MOREYeongdong-Okcheon Green Grape Scholarship Award Ceremony
Lee, Youngnam, Chief of Cheongju District Prosecutors' Office Yeongdong Branch, served as honorary chairman and encouraged scholarship recipients, stating 'If you focus on your studies, you will grow into excellent members of society.'
READ MOREJi Man-won Indicted for 5th Time on Defamation Charges Related to May 18 Movement
Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office indicted Ji Man-won without detention for defaming May 18 Democratic Movement participants by falsely identifying citizens as 'North Korean troops.' Investigation confirmed all identified individuals were civilians.
READ MOREMeet Attorney Lee Youngnam on Video
Watch Attorney Lee Youngnam's activities and legal insights.
Right now, I will stand by your side. Even while you hesitate, time moves on.
The most reliable solution comes from experience. Consult with Attorney Lee, Youngnam today.
