Lee & Ko, Corporate/M&A | Chambers Asia-Pacific Profile

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For more than 40 years from its establishment in 1977, Lee & Ko’s M&A Practice Group has been recognized as the market leader providing the finest M&A advisory services to its domestic and foreign clients in relation to all areas of corporate and M&A transactions. The Group has consistently been ranked as the top tier practice by reputable legal magazines and societies.

Lee & Ko’s M&A Practice Group offers clients one-stop service during the entire process of an M&A transaction in collaboration with other practice groups such as tax, labor, anti-competition and regulatory compliance, as well as our firm’s industry specialists equipped with in-depth knowledge and expertise in the relevant industries. This full range service enables the M&A Practice Group to provide clients with pragmatic advice and solutions, without delay, in dealing with various issues arising in complex M&A transactions.

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Corporate/M&A - South Korea

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

The main corporate practice at Lee & Ko assists with inbound and outbound investments. It is traditionally known for attracting significant clients from the finance and technology sectors, and includes a number of lawyers specialised in advising clients from the US and China. The team is experienced in handling work for major Korean corporations as well as prominent private equity houses. Its partners bring a range of experience, including work for government departments, foreign law firms and as in-house counsel for major global corporations. Lee & Ko is also well positioned to advise on corporate governance, regulatory matters and compliance issues.

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Work Highlights

Lee & Ko advised SK on the KRW4.2 trillion sale of its 85% stake in SK specialty and successfully completed the signing of the share purchase and shareholders’ agreement.

Strengths

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Their highly qualified professionals have experience in a wide range of transactions, so you can trust the advice. They have a very deep understanding of our business.

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Lee & Ko is reliable and responsive even when handling urgent requests. The support is consistently strong and dependable.

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Their highly qualified professionals have experience in a wide range of transactions, so you can trust the advice. They have a very deep understanding of our business.

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Lee & Ko is reliable and responsive even when handling urgent requests. The support is consistently strong and dependable.

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Notable Practitioners

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Sanggon Kim

Eminent Practitioners

Kim Sanggon is Lee & Ko's managing partner. He remains well known in the market and is noted for his experience in high-profile transactions. His work includes acquisitions and share purchase agreements.

He is a top-notch expert in the industry and an exemplary expert who actively responds to customer needs.

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Ho Joon Moon

Band 2

Ho Joon Moon has a good reputation in the market and remains involved in high-value matters, including acquisitions and international investments for Korean corporations.

He listens to our perspective attentively and is able to anticipate the counterparty's concerns in advance. He has a comprehensive view of the deal.

Ho Joon is very responsive and has a strong understanding of our company. He accurately grasps our business needs and reflects them well in contract drafting.

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Daehoon Koo

Band 4

Daehoon Koo is experienced in a wide range of corporate matters including M&A and joint venture transactions. He is often sought after by private equity and domestic conglomerates.

He provides prompt and direct answers to questions, which is extremely helpful for decision making.

Daehoon responds quickly to client requests and provides advice with deep immersion in the situation.

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Hyeong Gun Lee

Band 4

Hyeong Gun Lee is a respected lawyer with significant experience advising on high-value acquisitions and sales. He counts several major Korean companies among his clientele.

Hyeong Gun is a bright, thoughtful and insightful lawyer.

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Yong Joon Yoon

Band 4

Yong Joon Yoon possesses a notable practice in the corporate and M&A sphere. He advises both international and domestic entities on share swaps and acquisitions.

Yong Joon has extraordinary insight and an excellent ability to see deals comprehensively. He's very logical and increases bargaining power when negotiating.

Yong Joon provides advice that allows clients to make strategic decisions, not just legal reviews. He organises legal issues in a concise and easy-to-understand manner and provides review options.

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