The upcoming SBS drama “Phantom Lawyer” (신이랑 법률사무소), starring Yoo Yeon-seok and Esom, has officially confirmed its premiere date for March 13, 2026.
This highly anticipated series blends the high-stakes world of the courtroom with a supernatural twist, promising a unique “ghost-defending” legal fantasy that has already captured the attention of K-drama fans worldwide.
The Premise: Law, Justice, and the Supernatural
“Phantom Lawyer” follows the story of Shin Yi-rang (played by Yoo Yeon-seok), a lawyer who unintentionally moves his practice into an office that formerly belonged to a shaman.
This decision leads to an unexpected life change: he suddenly gains the ability to see ghosts.
Despite his professional appearance, Yi-rang is described as timid and clumsy, yet he finds himself forced to take on “ghost clients”—spirits with unfair grievances and unfinished business who seek justice through the law.
Opposite him is Han Na-hyeon (played by Esom), a cold and ruthless elite attorney with a legendary 100% success rate at a major law firm.
Her world is turned upside down when she suffers her first-ever loss in a trial against the quirky Yi-rang.
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Although she is initially skeptical of his claims about seeing the dead, a series of bizarre and unexplainable events leads her to partner with him.
Together, they use their distinct skills—his supernatural insight and her steely legal precision—to solve cases for clients that the rest of the world cannot see.
Cast and Creative Team
The pairing of Yoo Yeon-seok and Esom is considered a “dream cast” by many. Yoo Yeon-seok, beloved for his versatile roles in Hospital Playlist and Dr. Romantic, returns to the medical/legal genre with a comedic and paranormal edge.
Esom, known for her sharp and charismatic performances in Kill Boksoon and Taxi Driver, brings a powerful presence as the rational counterpoint to the supernatural chaos.
The drama is helmed by Director Shin Jung-hoon and penned by the writing duo Kim Ga-young and Kang Cheol-gyu.
The production team has hinted that the show will offer a balanced mix of emotional “human” stories from the ghost clients, suspenseful legal battles, and lighthearted humor between the two leads.
Teaser Poster: “Defending the Invisible Truth”
SBS recently released a teaser poster that sets a mysterious and atmospheric tone. The visual features Room 501 of the Okcheon Building, the eerie setting of Yi-rang’s law office.
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The room is decorated with a mix of modern legal files and traditional shamanistic elements like talismans and incense, perfectly encapsulating the show’s dual nature.
The tagline on the poster, “I defend the invisible truth,” serves as the central theme for the series, highlighting the mission to bring peace to those whose voices were silenced by death.
Premiere and Broadcast Schedule
“Phantom Lawyer” is scheduled to take over the Friday-Saturday time slot (9:50 PM KST) on SBS, following the conclusion of “No Tail To Tell.”
With its premiere set for mid-March, it is poised to be one of the standout dramas of the first half of 2026.
Fans are eagerly waiting to see how this unlikely duo navigates the complexities of the law while dealing with the literal “ghosts” of the past.
