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Shin & Kim

International Trade

Global Guide 2026 : South Korea


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With the uncertainty and increasing global instability, addressing international trade matters in a timely and effective manner is more important now than ever. With more than 30 years of experience as Korea’s leading player in the field, our International Trade Group provides strategic and tactical advice for clients to succeed in the ever-changing international sphere.

Our International Trade Practice Group is comprised of lawyers, certified public accountants, licensed customs brokers and other professionals with decades of extensive experience. Its expertise covers all areas of international trade including trade disputes, economic sanctions, export controls, trade remedy (e.g., anti-dumping) investigations, customs matters, negotiation and implementation of bilateral and multilateral international treaties and general trade services. In particular, the International Trade Practice Group boasts an unparalleled success record in Korea on disputes governed by public international law such as WTO disputes and investment arbitrations. It is also renowned for its expertise in conventional areas of trade practice such as economic sanctions, trade remedies and customs matters.

Clients (26)

  • Republic of Korea
  • Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy
  • Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA)
  • Hyundai Steel Corp
  • SK Group
  • SK Networks Co., Ltd
  • Bank Mellat
  • SK E&S Co., Ltd.
  • NEXTEEL Co., Ltd.
  • Lotte Group
  • SL Paper & Pack
  • Hankuk Steel Wire Co., Ltd.
  • Del Monte Fresh Produce (Korea) Ltd.
  • Korea Gas Corporation
  • Korea Wire Co., Ltd.
  • Ministry of Economy and Finance
  • Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • Korea Western Power Co., Ltd.
  • Lone Star
  • Baring Private Equity Asia
  • Daelim Corporation
  • Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
  • Asiana Airlines
  • NH Investment & Securities Co., Ltd.
  • Google Korea LLC
  • Korea Electric Power Corporation

Industries (18)

  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Forestry & Paper
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Retail
  • Software & Computer Services
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation

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International Trade - South Korea

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Shin & Kim has a highly distinguished legal practice in South Korea, with a strong track record of anti-dumping work and noteworthy expertise in public international law. The practice is experienced in investment treaty disputes and WTO matters, as well as in economic sanctions and export control matters. It also handles countervailing duty investigations, customs disputes and government-to-government export contracts. The firm works for both government and major corporate clients.

Work Highlights

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  • Shin & Kim advised Hankook on FDI filings, merger control and foreign subsidy regulation notifications to the European Commission in relation to its acquisition of a controlling stake in Hanon Systems.

Strengths

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  • The level of professionalism and friendliness in customer service has been high.

    International Trade respondentGlobal
  • Shin & Kim have excellent expertise, analytical skills and response planning, as well as the ability to make sharp, moment-to-moment judgements based on the law.

    International Trade respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Jae Hee Kim
    Band 3Jae Hee Kim

    Jae Hee Kim

    Kim Jae Hee is a partner who advises on a variety of matters, including anti-dumping disputes, export controls and WTO investigations. He is regularly called upon by several government ministries and agencies, and his client base also includes business corporations.

    • Jae Hee is passionate and proactive in his approach to work. He has strong drive and responds sincerely to all matters.

      International Trade respondentGlobal
    • He is always professional, knows what he is doing and offers a lot of good information.

      International Trade respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Youngwon Yoon
    Band 3Youngwon Yoon

    Youngwon Yoon

    Yoon Youngwon heads Shin & Kim's international trade and customs practice group. He offers substantial expertise in international arbitration and investor-state dispute settlements, as well as trade remedies and export control.

    • Yoon Youngwon always thoroughly analyse and respond to the designated tasks.

      International Trade respondentGlobal

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