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Arnold & Porter

Dispute Resolution: International Firms

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : South Korea

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Arnold & Porter

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Dispute Resolution: International Firms - South Korea

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Arnold & Porter combines an office in Seoul with further support from the firm's Shanghai and New York locations and expertise across a range of disputes. It offers experience in cross-border litigation, international trade disputes and class actions on behalf of clients from the engineering, construction, technology and shipping sectors. The team is also well placed to handle international arbitration proceedings arising out of joint ventures and M&A transactions.

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Work Highlights

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  • Arnold & Porter represents Nexon in trade secret theft claims against former senior employees and the company they founded.

Strengths

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  • The team provides fast responses and seasoned advice.

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  • Arnold & Porter has longstanding knowledge of South Korean domestic policy, politics and pertinent issues, while its large and mission-oriented team comprehensively integrates lawyers and lobbyists.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James K Lee
    James K Lee

    James K Lee

    James Lee maintains a robust and varied dispute resolution practice and is well recognised in the market for his activity. His cross-border disputes experience covers class actions, international arbitration and commercial litigation.

    • He has great expertise, with excellent communication and networking skills.

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    • James Lee has an excellent eye for cases and a strong ability to find and solve clients' needs.

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  • Jun Hee Kim
    Jun Hee Kim

    Jun Hee Kim

    Kim Jun Hee leverages valuable experience acquired as a former international general counsel at Hyundai Heavy Industries to advise on commercial disputes in the engineering, construction and shipping sectors. He assists large domestic corporations in the energy and electronics spaces.

    • Kim Jun Hee is well respected for his work for the Korean government.

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    • He is excellent in international arbitration.

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