Youngkyu Kim — Patent Attorney

Youngkyu Kim, Patent Attorney at THESSEN IP, specializes in intellectual property (IP), technology commercialization, and IPO consulting for technology-special listings.

Mr. Kim has built extensive experience at leading patent law firms such as WooIn Patent & Law Firm and Phil & Onzi, where he handled patent prosecution and portfolio management for major clients including Hyundai Motor Company, Seoul National University, and LG Energy Solution. His expertise spans domestic and international patent portfolio development—covering the U.S., Europe, China, and Japan—as well as customized IP strategies for startups, enabling innovative growth for client companies.

He has also conducted a wide range of IP consulting projects for public institutions such as the Korea Intellectual Property Protection Agency (KOIPA), Korea Intellectual Property Strategy Development Institute (KISTA), and Regional Intellectual Property Centers (RIPC). With his deep understanding of government-funded programs—including Export Voucher, Innovation Voucher, and Data Voucher Projects—Mr. Kim provides clients with comprehensive IP commercialization strategies linked to national support initiatives.

As a certified IPO Consultant, he actively advises technology companies seeking KOSDAQ listing through technology-special IPOs, offering hands-on, strategic IP solutions that enhance corporate value and global competitiveness.