Our Story
Making legal knowledge accessible to everyone
Sohyun Sophia Hong
Founder & CEO
Sohyun Sophia Hong
With 16 years as a corporate lawyer and former law firm partner, Sophia brings deep legal expertise to LegalFriend. Her recognition in the prestigious 40 Under 40 Asia list highlights her impact in the legal field.
Despite her extensive legal background, Sophia's personal experience renting a home in the US revealed a universal truth: legal contracts are intimidating for everyone. Even as a lawyer, she found herself struggling with lengthy agreements filled with legal jargon.
This experience sparked the idea for LegalFriend—a service that makes legal knowledge accessible to those who need it most.
Our Mission
We believe legal protection shouldn't be a luxury
Standing for the Underserved
We exclusively represent renters, freelancers, and part-time contractors—never landlords or large corporations. This clear stance eliminates conflicts of interest and ensures we're always on your side.
AI for Affordability
By leveraging AI technology, we've made legal services affordable without compromising quality. What once required expensive attorney hours can now be delivered instantly at a fraction of the cost.
Making Law Accessible
We translate complex legal language into plain English that anyone can understand. Our goal is to demystify legal documents so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
Our Vision
A world where no one gets hurt because they couldn't afford to know their rights
Equal Access to Justice
We envision a future where everyone has equal access to legal protection, regardless of their income or background.
Empowered Individuals
We're building a community of legally empowered individuals who understand their rights and can confidently navigate legal situations.
Technology for Good
We're harnessing the power of AI and technology to democratize legal services and create a more equitable legal system for all.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Transparency
We're clear about what our service can and cannot do. We never oversell or make false promises about legal outcomes.
Accessibility
We believe legal information should be understandable to everyone, not just those with law degrees.
Integrity
We maintain clear boundaries about who we represent to avoid conflicts of interest. We always put our users first.
Innovation
We continuously explore new ways to use technology to make legal services more affordable and accessible.
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