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Baker McKenzie has a long history of successfully serving Korean corporate clients on cross-border transactions in various industries. We are trusted by leading domestic and international companies on a broad range of matters, including cross-border M&A and investments, as well as regulatory issues in the context of these transactions.
Baker McKenzie has expanded the Firm’s capability in Korea through a historic joint venture with leading Korean law firm KL Partners. Baker McKenzie & KL Partners Joint Venture Law Firm (“Baker McKenzie KLP JV”) has received official approval from Korea’s Ministry of Justice and has officially launched in November 2023.
With over 40 legal professionals across global offices experienced in inbound and outbound Korea-related work, ours is one of the largest Korea practices among international firms in the market. We focus on industry (energy, power, ports, mining, steel and automotive), infrastructure, IT and communications, and media.
Our M&A team constantly represents in-bound and Finance & Projects team represents out-bound matters that involve multiple languages and multiple jurisdictions. Regularly dealing with cross-border matters and are well-versed in responding to and utilizing the foreign business practices and cultural nuances.
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Baker McKenzie advised Hyundai Motor Company on its joint venture with the Public Investment Fund, a Saudi Arabian sovereign wealth fund, to establish smart assembly and manufacturing facilities in Saudi Arabia.
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Baker McKenzie provides strict cost control within the cap, and the ability to control costs is a big advantage.
Baker’s big advantage is that it charged only the initial estimate and did not add any costs as the project progressed.
Baker McKenzie provides strict cost control within the cap, and the ability to control costs is a big advantage.
Baker’s big advantage is that it charged only the initial estimate and did not add any costs as the project progressed.
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He has been in the South Korea market for a very long time.
Yi Seong Hoon leads the firm's M&A and corporate team, and is routinely instructed by Korean corporations and private equity houses to advise on significant acquisitions.
Seong Hoon's attention to detail and strong understanding of the overall process really stands out. He proactively identifies issues I may have missed, and offers guidance.
Seong Hoon is fluent in guiding us through the Korean legal system.
