Former NewJeans Members Danielle and Min Hee-Jin Face Asset Freeze in Heated Legal Battle
ADOR, the management agency behind K-pop group NewJeans, has secured a significant victory in its ongoing lawsuit against former CEO Min Hee-Jin and Danielle Marsh's mother. The Seoul Central District Court has approved a provisional seizure of their personal assets, totaling 7 billion KRW (approx. $4.75 million), in a move that intensifies the agency's efforts to recover a claimed 43.0 billion KRW (approx. $29.2 million) in damages.
Court Orders Asset Freeze Amid Ongoing Damages Lawsuit
The court-approved freeze includes Min Hee-Jin's assets worth 5 billion KRW (approx. $3.39 million) and Danielle's mother's 2 billion KRW (approx. $1.36 million) in assets. Notably, while Danielle herself was named in the original damages lawsuit filed on December 29, 2025, she was excluded from this specific asset seizure request.
Properties Targeted by ADOR
- Min Hee-Jin's apartment in Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- A villa in Mapo-gu, Seoul
- Danielle's mother's villa in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
- An office space located in Anyang
Uncertain Timeline for Trial Amidst Resignation of ADOR's Legal Team
Despite the victory in freezing assets, the timeline for the trial remains uncertain due to the recent resignation of ADOR's entire legal team. This has led to speculation that the agency may be attempting to postpone upcoming hearings scheduled for May and July. A new legal team would require substantial time to review the complex case files.
Opposing Sides Urge Court to Maintain Current Schedule
The defense representatives for both Min Hee-jin and Danielle have urged the court to maintain the current schedule, pushing for a swift resolution. A prolonged legal battle could leave the defendants' financial flexibility severely restricted for years.
High-Stakes Standoff Continues
As billions of KRW hang in the balance, this case continues to serve as a high-stakes standoff between the agency and the figures central to the NewJeans era, with neither side showing signs of backing down.
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