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Latham & Watkins LLP

Projects & Infrastructure: International

Global Guide 2026 : South Korea


Latham & Watkins LLP

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Projects & Infrastructure: International - South Korea

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Latham & Watkins is known for its ability to tackle large-scale multijurisdictional matters, both within the region and beyond it, in the Middle East, South East Asia and the USA. The team undertakes mandates in the energy and natural resources sphere and has a strong track record in related project finance transactions, where it works closely with major developers and construction companies as well as ECAs and commercial banks. Latham & Watkins' long-standing expertise in Korean projects and infrastructure matters and the team forms part of a global network which includes a number of lawyers with Korean language capabilities.

Notable practitioners

Stephen McWilliams is the head of projects department.

Work Highlights

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  • Latham & Watkins advised MidOcean Energy on the USD256 million acquisition of 20% stake in Peru LNG.

Strengths

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  • Latham & Watkins listens to clients' opinions carefully and develops excellent arguments. The team explains very complex issues in a simple and understandable way and is always kind and helpful.

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  • Latham & Watkins is experienced, quick to give feedback and client-friendly.

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