Dohyeong Kim — Patent Attorney

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Dohyeong Kim

Patent Attorney

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02-363-1315

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info@thessenip.com

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Dohyeong Kim, Partner Patent Attorney at THESSEN IP, provides comprehensive intellectual property (IP) solutions that protect core technologies and enable business growth, specializing in chemistry, materials, energy, and climate technology.

Mr. Kim has extensive experience in global IP portfolio development, patent landscape analysis, and infringement and invalidity consulting across a wide range of industries. His representative clients include leading domestic and international corporations such as SKC, SK Innovation, SK On, LG Energy Solution, LS Materials, POSCO, HD Hyundai, BYD, Mitsubishi Chemical, Shin-Etsu Chemical, and Honeywell, as well as numerous universities, research institutes, and startups.

Recognized as an Excellent Patent Agent by both SK Innovation and SK On, Mr. Kim’s professional excellence is demonstrated through his consistent delivery of high-quality, business-driven IP services.

Beyond his legal practice, he serves as an Evaluator for Excellent Product Designation and Innovative Product Review for the Public Procurement Service (PPS), an External IP Valuation Expert and Certification Examiner for the Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA), and a mentor for Seoul Fintech Lab and Seoul Social Venture Hub. Through these roles, he continues to support clients in leveraging technology and IP as catalysts for sustainable growth.

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EXPECT MORE

Changing the world starts here. Join THESSEN IP

Career

  • Partner Patent Attorney, THESSEN International Patent & Law Office
  • Director, TS Consulting Group Co., Ltd.
  • Former Junior Partner Patent Attorney, C&S Patent & Law Office
  • Former Patent Attorney, IPSUNG International Patent & Law Office

Education & Qualifications

  • B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Hanyang University
  • Full Member, Korean Patent Attorneys Association (KPAA)
  • Licensed Technology Credit Evaluator (TCE) 

Major Activities

  • Selected Excellent Patent Attorney by SK Innovation and SK On
  • Built global patent portfolios and conducted infringement/invalidity analysis in battery technology
  • Developed domestic and international patent portfolios for HD Hyundai in eco-friendly coating technologies, and advised on methane oxidation catalyst patent disputes
  • Led patent analysis and rights acquisition for POSCO Holdings in chemical, process, and materials technologies
  • Conducted patent research, analysis, and rights acquisition for leading research institutions and universities, including KRICT, KAERI, RIST, Seoul National University, KAIST, POSTECH, Yonsei University, and Sogang University
  • Managed domestic and international patent and trademark portfolios for SKC and Absolics in eco-friendly and semiconductor materials
  • Executed IP Narae and IP R&D projects under the Korea Intellectual Property Strategy Development Institute (KISTA)
  • Served as Evaluator for PPS Excellent Product Designation and Innovative Product Specification Review
  • External IP Valuation Expert and IP Management Certification Examiner, Korea Invention Promotion Association (KIPA)
  • Mentor, Seoul Fintech Lab and Seoul Social Venture Hub

Specialized Fields

  • Energy Storage Devices (Batteries, Capacitors), Renewable Energy, Green Materials, Semiconductor Materials, Chemical Processes, Catalysts, Cosmetics, Food, Shipbuilding
  • Domestic and International IP Portfolio Development, Litigation and Dispute Consulting
  • IP-based Business Model Design, Licensing and Technology Transfer Strategies, and IP Commercialization through Government and Private Investment Programs
  • IP Valuation for Collateral Loans, Investment Attraction, and M&A

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Phone number

02-363-1513

OFFIcE ADDRESS

4th-Floor, 26, Hakdong-ro 56-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

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Phone number

02-363-1513

OFFIcE ADDRESS

4th-Floor, 26, Hakdong-ro 56-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Republic of Korea

© 2025 THESSEN IP LAWFIRM. All Rights Reserved