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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration | Global

South Korea

The Dispute Resolution: Arbitration rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across South Korea.

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Band 1

  1. Peter & Kim
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    Peter & Kim
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 1 | 4 Years Ranked

    Peter & Kim is a well-reputed boutique law firm that offers a highly regarded bench of arbitration specialists. The deeply experienced team has a strong market presence in the area of both domestic and international arbitration. The practice represents clients in disputes arising from M&A, investments, construction and development projects before various arbitration tribunals including the ICC, ICSID, SIAC and HKIAC. It is frequently sought after for its capability and experience in handling flagship cases in Korea and the Asia-Pacific region.

  2. Kim & Chang
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 1
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Band 2

  1. Shin & Kim
    2
    Shin & Kim
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years Ranked

    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.

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Band 3

  1. Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
    3
    Bae, Kim & Lee LLC
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked

    Bae, Kim & Lee has an internationally renowned arbitration practice which works in disputes seated across Asia and is well equipped to handle arbitrations held under a wide variety of institutional rules. Recognised for advising on commercial disputes in engineering, construction and energy, it offers additional expertise in investment treaty arbitration. The multilingual team is experienced in handling emergency arbitrator proceedings, and represents clients from both the public and private sectors.

  2. Lee & Ko
    3
    Lee & Ko
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked

    Lee & Ko is a well-established group with a strong client base. The team is frequently instructed on arbitrations seated in Seoul and Singapore and handles cases in the construction, life sciences and automotive sectors, offering noteworthy experience in the handling of investor-state disputes and other cross-jurisdictional matters. The team is noted for strong oral advocacy and efficient collaboration with international peers.

  3. Yoon & Yang LLC
    3
    Yoon & Yang LLC
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked

    Yoon & Yang is frequently called upon to handle arbitration mandates for domestic and multinational players, including clients from the construction, insurance, investment, trade and transportation sectors. The team is well versed in the regimes of all the major international arbitration centres, including the KCAB, the ICC, the LCIA, SIAC and HKIAC. The depth of its expertise covers investor-state disputes and commercial arbitrations.

  4. Yulchon LLC
    3
    Yulchon LLC
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 3 | 13 Years Ranked

    Yulchon has a solid practice highlighted for its strength in arbitration. The firm is experienced in handling matters in the construction and energy sectors, among others, and is well placed to advise on award enforcement issues. It maintains a prominent profile on the domestic scene and is also able to advise on cross-border disputes involving matters of Korean law.

  5. KL Partners
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. Jipyong LLC
    4
    Jipyong LLC
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years Ranked
    Jipyong fields an accomplished team offering expertise in cross-border litigation and international arbitration. The team is well placed to handle disputes involving construction, foreign investment and breach of contract, among other areas. It regularly handles cases involving parties based in China, in the USA and across Asia.
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Band 5

  1. DR & AJU LLC
    5
    DR & AJU LLC
    Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
    2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years Ranked
    DR & AJU LLC has a solid reputation for international arbitration, handling cases for both domestic and international clients. The team acts on matters in a variety of sectors, including construction, energy and shipping. Clients benefit from the firm's presence as part of the Taylor Wessing ASEAN Plus Group.