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As South Korea continues to establish itself as an economic powerhouse, our clients have relied on our strategic advice to navigate its evolving markets.
As South Korea continues to establish itself as an economic powerhouse, our clients have relied on our strategic advice to navigate its evolving markets.
Level 21, TWO IFC
10 Gukjegeumyung-ro
Yeongdeungpo-gu
Seoul 07326
Republic of Korea
As the "go-to firm" for complex, high-value instructions, we guide our clients' key business decisions, leveraging in-depth knowledge of the Korean market built since the 1970s. Our longstanding local presence in Korea has given us a deep understanding of the specifics of the Korean market and excellent knowledge of its professional and social culture. This expertise allows us to advance cases and transactions for our clients efficiently.
Over the years, we have worked closely with clients to chart the right course, addressing their commercial needs and ambitions. With our global reach, we support our clients whenever and wherever they need us, delivering innovative solutions that empower confident decisions in rapidly changing markets.
We provide a comprehensive range of commercial legal services, including advice on inbound and outbound investment, contract negotiation, dispute resolution, joint ventures, finance, intellectual property, M&A, aviation, energy, maritime, trade and offshore contracts and projects.
Our dedicated team of lawyers represents Korean global corporates, international banks, insurance, shipping, shipbuilding and trading companies as well as international insurance companies who underwrite Korean business.
Market-leading expertise in maritime, trade and offshore and the first maritime law firm to establish an office in Korea.
For decades, our clients have trusted us to navigate a wide range of high-stakes issues, including charterparties, ship finance, shipbuilding and offshore construction contracts and global commodity supply chains. Leveraging our global reach and deep local insight, we empower clients to stay ahead in the dynamic landscape of maritime law, providing 24/7 support anytime, anywhere.
Led by Michael Kim, who has a leading reputation in the Korean market, our Seoul office has an unparalleled presence in shipping, shipbuilding and maritime disputes. Known for our client-friendly attitude, our team combines legal expertise and in-depth market knowledge to deliver effective strategies that guide our clients forward. As a testament to our excellence in Korea, we have been ranked in Band 1 in Chambers Asia-Pacific for "Shipping: International Firms" in South Korea every year since the Seoul office's establishment in 2014.
For more information, view our Maritime, Trade and Offshore services.
Specialists in high-value and complex international disputes.
Renowned for representing clients in some of the most high-profile cases in Korea, our Seoul office has extensive experience in successfully resolving high-value and complex international disputes. We have advised clients on a diverse range of commercial disputes spanning maritime, shipbuilding, construction, finance, nuclear power plant and energy.
Drawing from our proven track record, we help clients anticipate risks and respond decisively while protecting their business objectives to achieve the best possible outcome in conflict-driven situations.
Our clients value our ability to cut through complexity and deliver practical, efficient solutions — no matter how challenging the dispute. With teams across time zones, we are always ready to respond, working alongside our clients at every stage and providing strategic guidance across jurisdictions.
For more information, view our Dispute Resolution services.
Strategists in large-scale construction and engineering projects.
Our approach blends strategic thinking with commercial acumen, allowing us to spot and manage emerging risks. We advise our clients at every stage — from negotiations to claim management — ensuring the project runs smoothly and with minimal disruption.
With a strong local presence, our Seoul office delivers real-time, hands-on support for Korean clients on live projects. Our experience advising Korean contractors, joint ventures and energy companies in major construction, engineering and nuclear new build projects across Europe and the Middle East means we understand the pressures clients face and the outcomes they need. By anticipating what is next, grounded upon our experience, we ensure that clients always stay ahead of the curve.
For more information, view our Projects, Energy and Infrastructure services.
