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Ropes & Gray LLP

Corporate/M&A: International Firms

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : South Korea

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Ropes & Gray LLP

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Recognized as a leader in the field, our M&A practice group possesses both extensive transaction experience and deep industry knowledge. For clients, that means unrivaled counsel on a full range of strategic transactions. Since 2013, Ropes & Gray has represented companies in M&A transactions with an aggregate value over $300 billion. Many deals involved cross-border and multijurisdictional issues.

To learn more about our practice, please visit: https://www.ropesgray.com/practices/mergers--acquisitions.aspx

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Corporate/M&A: International Firms - South Korea

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Ropes & Gray's corporate department maintains an active outbound practice that is well versed in assisting domestic clients with strategic investments abroad. It frequently advises Korean corporates and global private equity firms. The firm caters to an impressive client base including in the private equity, asset management, technology and life sciences sectors. Its on-the-ground capabilities are augmented by support from the firm's wider network.

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Work Highlights

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  • Ropes & Gray represented Bain Capital Special Situations in its minority equity investment in Korea Zinc.

Strengths

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  • They perform very well and are highly capable. They work with many sponsors in Korea, have extensive experience with deal structures and are easy to work with throughout the process.

    Corporate/M&A: International Firms respondentAsia-Pacific

  • The Ropes & Gray team not only offer very robust legal services but also support our commercial judgements to make sure we attain the best outcomes.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jaewoo Lee
    Jaewoo Lee

    Jaewoo Lee

    Lee Jaewoo retains a prestigious position in the market. He acts for both Korean and international corporates and private equity clients in various acquisitions and investments.

    • He understands our needs very well and knows what we're looking for. He is a trustworthy, thoughtful and efficient partner.

      Corporate/M&A: International Firms respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Jaewoo makes great efforts to meet our requirements. He assigns the right lawyers to the right tasks at the right time. The process is very smooth.

      Corporate/M&A: International Firms respondentAsia-Pacific
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