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Shin & Kim

Tax

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : South Korea


Shin & Kim

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Challenges presented by the ever-changing tax regime require equally adaptive and innovative thinking. Our Tax & Customs Practice Group excels in providing specialized legal services on all tax-related matters, including national and local tax issues, customs duties (including exports, imports and foreign exchange transactions), international tax and transfer pricing. It also advises on tax-related audits and investigations as well as administrative, constitutional and criminal disputes.

Over 50 lawyers specializing in various areas of tax, collaborate closely with our advisors and other experts from relevant government agencies and institutions such as the Ministry of Finance and Economy, the Tax Tribunal, the National Tax Service and the Customs Service. Our non-lawyer professionals include certified public accountants, tax accountants and former customs officers. The Tax & Customs Practice Group provides tailored solutions to deliver the best results for our clients in the most efficient and effective way depending on the specifics of each client matter.

Clients (22)

  • KCC Corporation
  • Samsung Biologics
  • Lotte Group
  • AIG Korea
  • Linde Korea Co., Ltd.
  • Oracle Korea Ltd.
  • SD Biosensor
  • Kyobo Life Insurance
  • Chubb Limited
  • GE Capital
  • Landing Entertainment Korea
  • Woori Bank
  • KT&G Corporation
  • IGIS Asset Management
  • LaSalle Investment Management
  • SK E&S
  • Kendall Square Asset Management
  • Paju Energy Service
  • Kangwon Land
  • Subway International B.V.
  • Joongang Holdings
  • SK Energy

Industries (13)

  • Transportation
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Construction & Materials
  • Telecommunications
  • Media
  • Banks
  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Financial Services
  • Private Clients / Individuals

Chambers Review

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Tax - South Korea

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Shin & Kim is a noted law firm in South Korea, which acts for leading domestic and international clients on both transactional and contentious taxation issues, including tax appeals. Its combined team of lawyers and tax accountants provides expertise in administrative trials and other tax disputes. The team's experts display notable knowledge of cross-border matters and also advise overseas companies on the domestic tax aspects of M&A and general corporate transactions. Shin & Kim is especially well positioned to assist clients with tax investigations. It also advises on gift and inheritance taxes.

Work Highlights

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  • Shin & Kim represented Samsung Card in a USD2.3 million tax dispute relating to a request for an exemption from VAT and penalties in relation to a non-executed transaction.

Strengths

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  • Their strengths lie in their comprehensive approach and meticulously crafted logic.

    Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Shin & Kim's tax team goes beyond simple tax interpretation and provides in-depth advice that is of practical help to corporate management.

    Tax respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Je-Heum Baik
    Band 1Je-Heum Baik

    Je-Heum Baik

    Baik Je-Heum leads Shin & Kim's tax practice. He maintains a prestigious position in the Korean market for his strength on tax litigation. He is also experienced in tax audits.

    • I believe he is the best tax lawyer I've worked with in the past 25 years.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
    • He is a trusted partner who provides timely and accurate solutions tailored to his customers' needs.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 2Hyeon-Jin Kim
    Band 2Hyeon-Jin Kim

    Hyeon-Jin Kim

    Kim Hyeon-Jin is involved in tax litigation and advises on corporate and inheritance tax matters. He is increasingly active in representing in tax investigations. He often acts for domestic entities.

    • He is always careful and friendly. He has the skills and experience to cover both legal and tax matters, providing the best solutions.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
    • He has an excellent ability to provide comprehensive advice based on his experience as an accountant.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 3Maria Chang
    Band 3Maria Chang

    Maria Chang

    Maria Chang is known for her work in international tax matters. She regularly advises on corporate tax and investment-related matters.

    • She works well and is very meticulous. She's liked by clients.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 4Jinkyu Yoon
    Band 4Jinkyu Yoon

    Jinkyu Yoon

    Jinkyu Yoon draws on his experience as a judge to expertly advise on a range of tax disputes and refund claims. He acts for clients in the energy, gaming and hospitality and heavy and light industrial sectors, among others.

    • Jinkyu quickly identifies customer needs and efficiently processes work.

      Tax respondentAsia-Pacific

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