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Freshfields

Dispute Resolution: International Firms

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : South Korea


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Dispute Resolution: International Firms - South Korea

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Freshfields handles Korea-related work out of its Hong Kong, Singapore and Dubai offices. Its Korean disputes practice covers a broad range of domestic and cross-border work, with expertise in advising on significant international arbitrations, including investor–state arbitration cases and joint venture disputes involving Korean parties. The firm is well positioned to service multinational clients and leading Korean companies thanks to its cultural and linguistic capabilities and excellent relationships and cooperative interactions with leading Korean firms.

Strengths

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  • Freshfields provides detailed material review and thorough preparation for hearings. The team produces high-quality written pleadings.

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  • Freshfields has excellent expertise in construction disputes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Nicholas Lingard
    Band 3Nicholas Lingard

    Nicholas Lingard

    Nicholas Lingard heads the firm's international arbitration practice in Asia. He demonstrates his capability in representing the South Korean government in international arbitrations. He also ably handles commercial disputes.

    • Nicholas Lingard has the ability to lead and prepare response strategies for complex incidents.

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