NewJeans Reacts to Court Decision Supporting ADOR

NewJeans is facing controversy after a court ruled their exclusive contract with ADOR remains valid.

The Seoul Central District Court sided with ADOR in the lawsuit confirming the contract’s validity. The verdict also stated NewJeans must pay all legal fees.

Soon after the ruling, NewJeans responded through their legal counsel SHIN & KIM LLC. They said they plan to file an immediate appeal.

“Today, the Seoul Central District Court shared their judgement in the lawsuit filed by ADOR, seeking confirmation of the validity of their exclusive contract with [NewJeans]. The court ruled that the exclusive contract is to remain valid.
While the members respect the court’s decision, they maintain their stance that it is impossible to return to ADOR and continue regular entertainment activities with the company since the trust between the two parties has been completely broken. The members plan to immediately file for an appeal.
We hope that the appellate court will thoroughly review the facts of the case and the legal issues surrounding the termination of the exclusive contract and make a wise judgement.”
— SHIN & KIM LLC

The members of NewJeans say they cannot continue working with ADOR because the trust is gone, despite respecting the court’s decision.

As the situation develops, the appeal will be closely watched.