LAWYER PROFILE

John Rhie

Global 2026

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP

Ranked in 3 practice areas

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)

China

12 years ranked

Dispute Resolution: International Firms

South Korea

4 years ranked

Arbitration (International)

Global Market Leaders

5 years ranked

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)

China

13 years ranked

Dispute Resolution: International Firms

South Korea

13 years ranked

Chambers Review

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Chambers Global Guide

Dispute Resolution: International Firms - South Korea

Band 1

Individual Editorial

John Rhie maintains a prominent reputation for his arbitration work and demonstrates further expertise in international litigation and white-collar crime mandates. He is counsel of choice in many cases, especially those concerning M&A, investment, IP and trade secrets issues.

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Dispute Resolution: International Firms - South Korea

South Korea, expertise based abroad in China

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China

Band 1

Individual Editorial

John Rhie is head of the international arbitration team and is considered an expert on arbitrations arising from private equity investments and shareholder disputes, particularly for matters with a South Korean element.

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Arbitration (International) - Global Market Leaders

Band 4

Individual Editorial

John Rhie a Hong Kong-based practitioner and is managing partner of the firm's international arbitration practice in Asia. He has robust expertise leading cross-border arbitrations, with particular proficiency in technical disputes in shareholder agreements and in private equity investments. Handling complex ICC and UNCITRAL arbitrations is also recognised as one of his strengths.

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China

Foreign expert in South Korea

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Strengths

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He has a broad network and is well liked by Korean clients.
Dispute Resolution: International FirmsChambers Global Guide
John possesses many qualities of high caliber. He has a full grasp of the case, actively participates in all key stages such as openings and cross-examinations.
Dispute Resolution: International FirmsChambers Global Guide
John is a very experienced lawyer who is always a good listener. He is very friendly and enthusiastic in addressing client needs and providing the best practical legal advice.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide
I would consider him the full package in terms of legal ability, client care, commercial awareness and a sophisticated strategic mind.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide
John is quick on his feet and always easily accessible. He is a sharp mind and is great at providing strategy. The clients love him.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide