For 20 years, Moo-won SEO has practiced patent law across electronics and digital technology — circuits, semiconductors, fintech, blockchain, and AI. As Managing Partner at Hangang IP, he builds durable rights around companies' technical assets.
Built on a physics background, semiconductor process training, and 20 years of practice.
From dispute response to strategy, covering the full IP service lifecycle for technology companies.
Analyses featured in major media, alongside internal tools designed and built for the firm.
Trademark registration is a step every business must go through. Yet commonly used words, or combinations of common nouns, are not always granted exclusive use. A review of recent KIPO and IPTAB decisions shows that even ordinary word combinations can succeed at registration once they have built sufficient recognition among ordinary consumers.
Patent administration system for Hangang IP
An internal system I designed and built to automate firm operations — managing and standardizing the client workflow for patent matters through a single dashboard.
Contributing to the IP ecosystem through collaborations with public agencies, universities, and associations.
Official designations and programs delivered by Hangang IP.
Overview of Hangang IP's team, service areas, and representative matters.
Download Brochure (PDF)