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Lee & Ko

Projects & Energy

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : South Korea


Lee & Ko

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The Projects & Energy team is capable of bringing together various expertise in energy, natural resources, environment sectors and outbound/inbound investments together with unparalleled, diverse experiences of representing clients in high profile M&A transactions, project financing, tax, government regulations and related disputes to provide seamless one-stop service for successful development and implementation of projects in ever evolving energy sector and market in Korea.

Major Korean financiers, sponsors, government agencies and foreign investors have relied on Lee & Ko’s such accumulated in-depth knowledge and expertise of the sectors for many years. Furthermore, our professionals continue to extend its network of international law firms broadening its global reach and integrating world-class experiences to local market and companies allowing us to provide leading innovative solutions tailored to our clients.

By way of illustration, our team represented NH’s investment in ADNOC Gas Pipeline, Total’s investments in 2.3GW offshore wind power projects, KB’s project financing of Gwangmyeong-Seoul Highway and Hana Financial Investment’s in Capital Dynamics’s ESS standalone power projects in California. Also, we represented our clients’ litigations (i) civil petitions and injunction suspending construction; (ii) governance dispute among stakeholders; (iii) land use rights; and (iv) environmental laws.

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Projects & Energy - South Korea

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Lee & Ko's top-notch team represents a wide array of clients in both domestic and overseas infrastructure and power projects. The law firm is regularly sought out for advice on the sale and purchase of energy assets and project finance agreements, and especially noted for its expertise in the handling of private investment projects and refinancings. The team often advises major Korean banks and credit agencies and leading regional private equity funds as well as public utilities and construction companies. It is frequently enlisted to assist with investments in infrastructure funds.

Work Highlights

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  • Lee & Ko advised on Kookmin Bank on debt financing for the establishment of a K-POP-focused music performance venue with a maximum capacity of 28,000 people.

Strengths

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  • Lee & Ko always maintains an appropriate level of key personnel to prevent bottle necks. Even under a limited budget, it shows sufficient performance and economic value.

    Projects & Energy respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Lee & Ko has strong relationship with -and deep understanding of the requirements of- Korean banks. The team also has an eagerness to solve problems and is commercially minded.

    Projects & Energy respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleHun Ko
    Senior StatespeopleHun Ko

    Hun Ko

    Ko Hun possesses vast experience in the Korean projects sector, remaining at the forefront of the market advising household names especially on

    Public-Private Partnerships(PPP) works. He is well placed to advise on coal, waste-to-energy, renewables and public infrastructure projects.

  • Eminent PractitionersDong Eun Kim
    Eminent PractitionersDong Eun Kim

    Dong Eun Kim

    Kim Dong Eun is highly respected for his knowledge of complex financings and investment in the projects and energy sectors, including conventional power, renewables and transport infrastructure transactions.
  • Band 1Kwang Yul Kim
    Band 1Kwang Yul Kim

    Kwang Yul Kim

    Kim Kwang Yul is relied on by a distinguished clientele to handle an array of development and fund-raising mandates across the Asia-Pacific region. His experience includes coal, solar and offshore wind projects.
    • Kwang Yul provides appropriate alternatives based on his varied experience.

      Projects & Energy respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Kim Kwang Yul is a prominent lawyer for infrastructure and project financing in Korea. He is fully experienced and commercially open to discuss all matters including budget.

      Projects & Energy respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4Jungmin Pak
    Band 4Jungmin Pak

    Jungmin Pak

    Pak Jungmin has experience advising on project financing and investment mandates. He often acts for asset management and securities firms on their outbound matters, especially those involving the Japan market.

    • Jungmin excels in outside-the-box thinking, weighing pros and cons and drafting strong initial frameworks.

      Projects & Energy respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Jungmin leads his team with astute commercial acumen.

      Projects & Energy respondentAsia-Pacific

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