Corporate/M&A

Chang Jae Young moves into the top band this year after winning plaudits. He is a co-head of the Shin & Kim corporate/M&A practice and is well recognised for his experience in a range of M&A transactions. His expertise is in high demand among Korean corporations and private equity houses.

"Jae Young Chang is regarded as one the best M&A and corporate lawyers in Korea. He has outstanding capabilities in terms of understanding fundamental aspects of the problems, and always offers creative solutions."

"He has been involved in many landmark transactions in Korea and always delivers high-quality outcomes."

"One of the most skilled, experienced, and service-minded lawyers I've worked with."

"He is a technical and street-smart lawyer."

"He is very well known and has been working in this field for a long time. He is rather prominent."

Lee Tong-Gun maintains a commanding position in the table supported by widespread compliments from clients. He advises on a range of matters including acquisitions and divestments for a range of domestic corporate clients and private equity houses.

"Absolute go-to lawyer in M&A. Tong-Gun is the most experienced M&A lawyer in town."

"Lee Tong-Gun is a very sophisticated and experienced M&A lawyer. He is intellectually strong and curious, and practical and commercial on difficult issues."

"He is also a strong negotiator and well versed in market practices as well as technical details. He is our go-to M&A lawyer in Korea."

"I enjoy working with Tong-Gun. He brings a lot of experience to the transaction and his advice is always clear and on-point."

"Lee Tong-Gun is regarded as one the best M&A and corporate lawyers in Korea. He is very client-oriented and demonstrates strong capabilities in providing solutions for complex issues."

Brandon Ryu (Ryu Myong-Hyon) is particularly focused on cross-border transactions, regularly acting for Korean corporations. He is also skilled in handling private equity mandates.

"Brandon Ryu is a stable hand and very client-friendly. He explains Korean legal concepts well."

"He is always very responsive and dedicated to the work. He pays attention to details and explains complex issues to me and our team in an easy-to-understand way."

Chung-In Anthony Choi is active on a variety of matters and has experience handling cross-border mergers and acquisitions. He regularly handles mandates from leading private equity clients, assisting with inbound investments into the Korean market.

"Chung-In Anthony Choi very actively engages in client management, and is able to cope with our needs. It has been a pleasant journey working with him."

Jeong Hae Sung's client roster features conglomerates and PE houses. He has expertise in private equity deals, leveraged buyouts and corporate governance.

"Jeong Hae Sung is an extremely smart and reliable young partner available in the Korean legal field."

"He is very solid all-round."

Cho Joongil focuses on corporate governance matters, M&A and private equity transactions. He counts prestigious domestic and international conglomerates among his clientele.

"Based on his strong knowledge of the legal matters, he is very responsive and diligent during the assignments."

"Joongil provides very fast and accurate feedback."

Stephanie Kim is considered an experienced lawyer when it comes to cross-border acquisition and investment transactions. She regularly works with Korean and foreign entities in the financial services and TMT sectors.

"Stephanie is an extremely dedicated and analytically fluent lawyer."