Emiliano Nasti

Emiliano NastiItalian Lawyer in South Korea

Italy (2008)

Criminal & Business Law

  • +82 2-772-2714
  • +82 2-772-2800
  • enasti@hmplaw.com

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Introduction

Emiliano Nasti is an Italian-qualified attorney (Milan Bar, 2008) with extensive experience guiding foreign companies and individuals through the complexities of South Korea’s legal landscape. With a primary focus on criminal defense, business litigation, and corporate law, Emiliano combines deep legal expertise with a practical, results-driven approach to help clients achieve their goals while navigating regulatory challenges.

INTERNATIONAL EXPERTISE
Emiliano's career spans top-tier law firms in Italy, the United States, and China, equipping him with a unique understanding of cross-border legal challenges. In South Korea, he maintains strong connections with international business communities through his active involvement with the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ITCCK) - Camera di Commercio Italiana in Corea del Sud - the French-Korean Chamber of Commerce (FKCCI) - Chambre de Commerce et d'Industrie Franco-Coréenne - and the Swiss Korean Business Council (SKBC). He is included in the official list of lawyers published by several embassies and institutions in South Korea, including the Embassy of Italy in South Korea (Ambasciata d’Italia in Corea del Sud), the Embassy of France in South Korea (Ambassade de France en Corée du Sud), and the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in South Korea (Botschaft der Bundesrepublik Deutschland in der Republik Korea). His contact details are also listed by Swiss Global Enterprise (Schweizerische Exportförderungsorganisation), the official Swiss organization for export and investment promotion. In addition, he appears in the internal rosters of trusted legal professionals maintained by several other foreign embassies and consulates in the Republic of Korea.

CRIMINAL DEFENSE & INVESTIGATIONS
In criminal matters, Emiliano collaborates with a highly skilled team of Korean attorneys, including a former prosecutor with a stellar reputation in criminal defense. Together, they provide comprehensive legal representation at every stage of criminal proceedings, from the first instance through appeals and up to the Supreme Court of South Korea. Their work also includes handling police and prosecution investigations, arrests, pre-trial detention, and travel restrictions for foreign nationals. Emiliano has played a key role in high-profile cases, including the defense of a multinational corporation and its employees following a major industrial accident.

LITIGATION & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Emiliano oversees and coordinates civil and commercial litigation, working closely with a highly recognized team of Korean attorneys specializing in business disputes. His role includes managing complex cases, from contract disputes to regulatory challenges, ensuring that clients receive strategic and effective representation.

CORPORATE & BUSINESS LAW
Emiliano provides comprehensive legal counsel to multinational corporations, SMEs, and startups, helping them establish, grow, and thrive in South Korea. His expertise spans contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and mergers and acquisitions. With experience across diverse industries—including luxury goods, fashion, logistics, industrial engineering, and advanced manufacturing—he delivers customized strategies to meet the unique needs of each client.

COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE
Emiliano is recognized for his pragmatic, business-oriented approach, delivering clear and actionable legal advice to international clients in South Korea. Whether managing criminal defense cases, coordinating civil litigation, or advising on corporate matters, he is committed to providing unrivaled solutions at every step, even in the most complex situations.

Education

  • 2010

    University of Michigan Law School, LL.M.

  • 2006

    Sapienza University, Rome - LL.M.

  • 2004

    LUMSA University, Rome - Law Degree

Career

  • 2016

    HMP Law

  • 2012

    V&T Law Firm, Beijing, PRC

  • 2007-2009

    KStudio Associato Law Firm (KPMG), Milan, Italy

  • 2008

    Admitted to the Bar in Italy, Registered with the Milan Bar Association

  • 2006 and 2008

    Butzel Long Law Firm, Detroit, USA (summer internships)

  • 2005-2006

    Research Assistant in Corporate Law at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (IALS), London, UK

  • 2004-2005

    State Attorney Office (Avvocatura dello Stato), Italy