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What the Team is Known For

The Linklaters team remains one of the most highly regarded in this field. Much sought after for its renowned project finance offering, it typically advises consortiums of major international and Korean lenders on energy and infrastructure projects around the globe, and also regularly assists Korean sponsor clients. The law firm has considerable expertise in oil and gas and power mandates in particular, advising on such matters as concession agreements, the market entry of renewable energy clients and the acquisition of energy assets. The team is further noted for its representation of Korean export credit agencies.

Work Highlights

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  • The team acted for lenders, including KEXIM and K-SURE, on the financing of the Naphtha Cracker Project in Banten, Indonesia, sponsored by Lotte Chemical and Lotte Chemical Titan.

  • Linklaters advised BlackRock Alternatives on its acquisition of a 30% stake in AirFirst and joint venture arrangements with the existing sole shareholder IMM Private Equity.

Strengths

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The Linklaters team is very impressive and knowledgeable about market practice in Korea, and worked well with local counsel.

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They are clearly knowledgeable about the market and able to describe complex requirements well.

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Notable Practitioners

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Joo Hee Lee
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Lee Joo Hee is highly sought after by a Korean and multinational clientele owing to the sophistication of her advice on matters relating to project finance and development in the infrastructure and energy sectors.

Joo Hee is very knowledgeable about the Korean market and its various nuances. She is also always able to compare this to international standards, which is very helpful. She is great to work with.

Joo Hee is well known in the market and is both very hands-on and knowledgeable. He is also a very tough negotiator.

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