General Business Law (Expertise Based Abroad) | Asia-Pacific

Bae, Kim & Lee is a significant advisory presence on North Korea-related matters throughout recent years, working with leading companies, government ministries, non-profit foundations and export credit agencies on a range of issues arising from relations between North and South Korea. The team has a rich experience in direct investment and joint venture matters, with considerable expertise in issues arising from the closing of the Kaesong Industrial Complex. The law firm houses a South and North Korea economic cooperation task force team comprising North Korean legal specialists and industry experts with previous experience in government ministries. Its key clients include Unikorea Foundation, Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Unification.

Kim & Chang is a long-standing practice well placed to provide in-depth analysis of North Korean civil and criminal law matters. The team advises South Korean business clients in relation to international trade sanctions, international aid schemes and a range of reunification efforts. The law firm is fully equipped to assist North Korea-related government agencies, public organisations, financial institutions and private clients. Kim & Chang continues to be active on North Korea pro bono matters and also regularly advises on prospective investments in North Korea.

Lee & Ko has an active advisory team capable of covering North Korea work. The team has experience in providing clients with information regarding economic cooperation and investment opportunities, as well as providing research analysis on North Korean law and licensing queries. It represents a range of clients from government ministries to private enterprises.

Shin & Kim is a highly experienced team advising on North Korea trade-related issues, and is also able to assist companies with the recovery of investments in the event of heightened political tensions. The team supports clients on various issues arising from political and military confrontation with North Korea.

Yulchon has an established practice advising governmental bodies and Korean companies regarding investment and disputes issues connected to North Korea. The team's recent work has included advising on foreign aid and economic sanctions matters. The firm has lawyers within the team with expertise regarding the North Korea Economic Cooperation Committee.