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Our International Dispute Resolution Practice Group has represented clients in a wide range of international disputes in, among others, energy, construction, shipping, finance, infrastructure, national security and investor-state disputes. The International Dispute Resolution Practice Group consists of professionals experienced in conducting international arbitrations in key arbitral institutions, such as the ICC, LCIA, HKAC, SIAC, KCAB and ICSID.

The International Dispute Resolution Practice Group prides itself on identifying deficiencies in the opposing side’s strategy and devising creative tactics and settlement solutions and ultimately obtaining favorable results for our clients.

The International Dispute Resolution Practice Group is keen to resolve disputes in a manner which fully addresses the clients’ concerns and better advance their commercial and strategic objectives while minimizing any disruption to their business operations.

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What the Team is Known For

Shin & Kim is recognised for its handling of international arbitration matters in a range of areas including finance and IP, with a strong track record of representing claimants and respondents in high-profile cases. The team is composed of both domestically qualified and foreign attorneys, offering particular expertise in construction-related cases and investor-state disputes. It is valued for its international outlook and extensive familiarity with US-related issues.

Work Highlights

  • Shin & Kim represented Korea Western Power in an investor-state dispute against the Government of India alleging that India’s change in gas allocation policy and its implementation breached the bilateral investment treaty.

Strengths

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Shin & Kim is extremely thorough, sharp, analytical and strategic. The team is also hard-working and client-oriented.

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The team is very responsive and proactive, making it easy to work with.

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Notable Practitioners

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Robert Wachter
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Robert Wachter
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Robert Wachter enjoys a prominent reputation in the market for his work representing a variety of corporations and public entities in international commercial and investment treaty arbitration. He is often mandated in cases concerning shareholder and sale and purchase agreements, as well as product liability issues.

Robert is talented and very hard-working, always keeping us updated.

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Brandon Bang
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Brandon Bang
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Brandon Bang wins plaudits for his expertise in handling international arbitration cases. He has considerable experience representing clients in SIAC and ICC arbitrations stemming from joint venture, M&A, investment and licensing agreements as well as energy projects. His broad offering is sought by many Korean corporations from a range of sectors such as construction, financial services, TMT and insurance.

Brandon Bang is an extremely hard-working, sharp and analytical lawyer. He is very strategic in positioning the client's case.

Brandon is quick to understand even without having to explain every single detail. He has a calm, steady approach to leading discussions, and gives thorough yet concise advice in an effective manner.

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Jae Min Jeon
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Jae Min Jeon
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Jeon Jae Min brings to bear extensive experience advising parties on cross-border investor-state and commercial arbitration mandates. He often acts for Korean corporates in cases stemming from commercial contracts, licensing agreements and projects.

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Young Suk Park
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Young Suk Park
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Park Young Suk has a growing reputation in the international arbitration arena. In addition to his experience in investor-state disputes, he has notable expertise in a variety of disputes, especially in connection with corporate and joint venture agreements and construction and EPC projects.

Park Young Suk has the ability to find solutions that other law firms don't think of.

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Youngwon Yoon
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Youngwon Yoon
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Yoon Youngwon regularly represents clients in cases heard before HKIAC, the ICC, the LCIA and the KCAB. He has notable experience undertaking cases involving energy and construction projects as well as share purchase, trade finance agreements.

Youngwon is an effective and efficient lawyer.

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Robert Wachter
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Robert Wachter
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Brandon Bang
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Brandon Bang
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Jae Min Jeon
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Jae Min Jeon
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Young Suk Park
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Youngwon Yoon
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Members

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Doo-Sik Kim

Hyo Jung Shin

Rockey Yoo

Young Suk Park

Young Suk Park

Head of Department

Youngwon Yoon

Clients

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AIG

Baring Private Equity Asia

Daesung Corporation

Dongwon Group

FuelCell Energy

Hyundai Corporation

IMM Investment

Industrial Bank of Korea

International Petroleum Investment Company

K-Water

KCC Group

KOWEPO

Korea Marine Transport Co., Ltd.

LSF-KEB Holdings SCA

Lone Star Funds

Lotte Group

SK Group

SL Corporation

WeMade

Industries

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Automobiles & Parts

BanksChemiCommercial & Professional Servicescals

Chemicals

Construction & Materials

Consumer Product Manufacturing

Energy

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Government

Health Care

Industrial Engineering

Insurance

Media

Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

Technology, Hardware & Electronics

Telecommunications

Transportation