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What the Team is Known For

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett has a Hong Kong-based corporate team that is active on cross-border transactions and private equity investments. It regularly advises international and Korean clients on sales and acquisitions. Its client base includes global private equity firms and institutional investors, as well as large Korean companies across various industries. Key clients include Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR) and SK Inc.

Work Highlights

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  • Simpson Thacher & Bartlett represented KKR in several acquisitions, including its acquisition of KRW2.4 trillion worth of redeemable convertible preferred shares issued by SK E&S, as well as its purchase of KRW400 billion worth of notes issued by TY Holdings.

Strengths

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"Simpson Thacher & Bartlett have strong M&A expertise."

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Notable Practitioners

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Jin-Hyuk Park
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Jin-Hyuk Park
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Band 2

Jin-Hyuk Park is well regarded for his experience advising on a range of matters including investments and buyouts for Korean and international clients. He counts blue-chip corporates and financial institutions among his clientele.

"Park Jin-Hyuk is a reliable and trusted adviser on many deals."

"He is a great lawyer with a lot of experience."

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Jin-Hyuk Park
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Jin-Hyuk Park
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