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What the Team is Known For

Lee & Ko's formidable shipping law team is a standout in South Korea for vessel financing. The finance team advises on new and second-hand ship acquisitions and other structured financing for a range of financial institutions, shipping companies and investors. The practice also takes on cases of collisions, sinkings and disputes over charter parties and cargo, as well as marine insurance claims and shipping-related logistics issues. The team also counsels on international sanctions avoidance matters.

Work Highlights

  • Lee & Ko advised Bank of America acting through its Hong Kong office and KAMCO Ship Investment Management on the financing of the acquisition costs of three new-build pure car and truck carriers to be registered in the Republic of Liberia in the ownership of three Liberian special purpose companies established by KAMCO.

  • Lee & Ko participated in the bidding process for a passenger ship on behalf of the 2GO Group.

Strengths

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The team is very diligent and thorough, and has an excellent understanding of the steps to take for the efficient conduct of litigation.

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I am consistently impressed by Lee & Ko's exceptional legal expertise and dedication. Their ability to quickly grasp complex legal issues and provide clear, concise advice is invaluable.

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Notable Practitioners

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Woo Young Jung
S
Woo Young Jung
S
Senior Statespeople

Jung Woo Young is highly experienced in South Korea's shipping finance market. He is well placed to assist with sizeable vessel acquisition finance mandates.

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Jinyoung Jung
1
Jinyoung Jung
1
Band 1

Jung Jinyoung is head of Lee & Ko's shipping and logistics team, based in Seoul. He stands out for his expertise in advising on both wet and dry disputes involving cargo damage, collisions and unpaid lease payments.

Jung Jinyoung consistently delivers results that exceed expectations, demonstrating a profound understanding of shipping law and a commitment to client success.

Jinyoung is a leading lawyer in ship finance.

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Yun Jeong Seo
2
Yun Jeong Seo
2
Band 2

Seo Yun Jeong heads the ship financing team at Lee & Ko in Seoul. She draws on nearly 20 years of experience to advise both domestic and international financial institutions on shipping finance matters, particularly acquisition financing and refinancing.

Along with her excellent abilities, she is very friendly to customers.

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Yang Ho Yoon
U
Yang Ho Yoon
U
Up and Coming

Yoon Yang Ho is a partner in Lee & Ko's shipping department. He has great expertise in contentious advisory, insurance claims, international trade and maritime litigation.

Mr Yoon consistently delivers results that exceed expectations, demonstrating a profound understanding of shipping law and a commitment to client success.

His ability to write and organise written briefs is exceptional and his meticulous and thorough reasoning overwhelms the opposite party.

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Jinyoung Jung
1
Jinyoung Jung
1
Band 1
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Yang Ho Yoon
U
Yang Ho Yoon
U
Up and Coming
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Woo Young Jung
S
Woo Young Jung
S
Senior Statespeople
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Yun Jeong Seo
2
Yun Jeong Seo
2
Band 2
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