Corporate/M&A: International Firms
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : South Korea
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Contact number
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Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton fields a leading corporate team with strong on-the-ground capabilities, handling a diverse range of M&A transactions, with particular strength in the representation of significant Korean clients in cross-border acquisitions and investments. It has a large global network of lawyers based across Asia and Europe, and is renowned for its work supporting Korean clients in high-profile transactions. It ably advises on cases involving a number of jurisdictions, including Singapore, Italy and Japan. The team maintains close working relationships with leading Korean law firms and is increasingly active working for PE clients.
Work Highlights
- Cleary Gottlieb represented POSCO Future M in connection with the second phase expansion of its Ultium CAM joint venture with General Motors.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They have expertise and are able to cooperate with overseas offices in real time."
"They have expertise and are able to cooperate with overseas offices in real time."
Notable Practitioners
Han Sang Jin is a highly esteemed lawyer and retains a longstanding position in the market. He is highly active working with a range of Korean and international clients including private equity funds and conglomerates.