NewJeans Faces Internal Dispute Over Contract Termination with Ador

NewJeans is currently embroiled in a dispute with their agency, Ador, regarding the termination of their contract. Recent developments indicate that some parents of the underage members have voiced opposition to the termination. During the first hearing on April 3 at the Seoul Central District Court, it was revealed that one of the parents of the minor members expressed disagreement with the ongoing dispute. The court inquired whether a decision had been made by the family court regarding parental rights, suggesting that the legal proceedings were influenced by differing opinions among the parents of the members, Haerin and Hyein.

This situation echoes previous discussions from a provisional injunction hearing held on March 7, where the court noted issues with the representation of the group, indicating that there were discrepancies in the authority of the parents involved. In cases involving minors, both parents typically need to jointly represent their child in legal matters, and the noted discrepancies imply that the views of one parent do not align with the other regarding the contract termination.

A lawyer representing NewJeans mentioned that a conclusion is expected soon, possibly by next week, which could clarify the situation. During the recent hearing, it was stated that a decision regarding parental rights had been made, which may limit the authority of the dissenting parent and allow the case to proceed based on the agreement of the supportive parent.

NewJeans has been advocating for independence from Ador, with their parents even creating social media accounts to show support. However, the revelation of internal division within the group raises questions about the future of the ongoing legal battle.