“Pro Bono” is Netflix’s newest legal K-drama, bringing a mix of chaos, sharp humor, and an emotionally charged journey.
The story follows Kang David, a former judge obsessed with status and material success who, after an unexpected downfall in his career, is forced to work in an overlooked pro bono team inside one of the country’s biggest law firms — a team that brings no profit, prestige, or advantages.
From there, the drama explores not only legal cases but, above all, the human transformation of a man who always put success above everything else.
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Jung Kyung Ho as Kang David
In the leading role, Jung Kyung Ho takes on the challenge of portraying a complex character: a judge who must relearn the true meaning of justice after being thrown into the world of public-interest work.
According to the actor, what attracted him most was the character’s personal journey:
“Kang David is materialistic and self-centered, but once he joins the pro bono team, he begins to change and grow.”
He also shared that he worked meticulously on details such as tone of voice, expressions, and even breathing to portray the character’s evolution throughout the series.
In a humorous tone, he admitted that he and Kang David don’t have much in common — especially the part about “not being a very pleasant person.”
Lee Yoo Young as Oh Jung In
Lee Yoo Young takes on the role of Oh Jung In, the new CEO of the powerful law firm Oh & Partners.
After a lifetime of strict preparation under her father — the firm’s founder — she finally assumes leadership and decides to rebuild everything from scratch.
Her mission?
To create her own identity and transform the office into something entirely new: Oh Jung In’s Oh & Partners.
Determined, strategic, and ambitious, she becomes a central figure to the internal conflicts that drive the story.
So Ju Yeon as the Adorable Park Ki Bbeum
The always charming So Ju Yeon plays Park Ki Bbeum, a public-interest lawyer who is passionate about constitutional law.
A fan of romances, musicals, and anime, she discovered her true calling the moment she fell in love with the legal world.
Top of her class, she now uses her talent to help those who need it most within the pro bono team.
The Pro Bono Team
The group responsible for handling public-interest cases is composed of characters with distinct personalities:
- Yoo Nan Hee (Seo Hye Won) – cynical on the outside, confident on the inside.
- Jang Young Sil (Yoon Na Moo) – warmhearted and gentle.
- Hwang Joon Woo (Kang Hyung Suk) – flawless and calm.
Together, they balance humor, emotion, and real conflicts within the legal system.
Release Date
“Pro Bono” premieres on December 6 on Netflix.
Get ready for a K-drama filled with internal conflicts, moral dilemmas, and a protagonist on a powerful journey of change.
