Corporate/M&A: International Firms
Global Guide 2024 : South Korea
Band 3
Contact number
+82 2 6270 8800Chambers Review
DLA Piper's active corporate department is known for its experience in cross-border transactions and private equity investments. Its team is made up of multilingual staff with significant experience working in Korea. It serves clients in various sectors including mining, chemicals and aviation.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper advised POSCO International on its acquisition of Australian Securities Exchange-listed Senex Energy.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA have given their opinions in various legal areas, and they were very detailed and based on practicality. DLA's consultation was helpful to avoid some potential risks proactively."
"They understand clients' needs and are able to provide responses that make commercial sense."
"DLA have given their opinions in various legal areas, and they were very detailed and based on practicality. DLA's consultation was helpful to avoid some potential risks proactively."
"They understand clients' needs and are able to provide responses that make commercial sense."
Notable Practitioners
Daniel W. Lee heads the corporate practice at DLA Piper and is recognised among market sources for his work with clients in the pharmaceutical and natural resources sectors. He advises clients on cross-border M&A mandates and foreign direct investment matters.
"Mr Lee has excellent advisory skills and communication skills with clients."
"Daniel heads the Seoul office and has a strong network in Korea."