Kim & Chang’s top-tier litigation practice is recognised for its expertise across civil disputes, administrative litigation, antitrust, M&A, and white-collar crime. The team, led by prominent litigators Sang Ho Han and Jin Yeong Chung, includes former judge Chang Hoon Baek and senior attorney Seok Beom Hong, both highly regarded for their work in criminal and civil cases, often representing major Korean corporations. Former judge Yong Sang Kim is a standout in real estate and administrative litigation, frequently handling shareholder disputes. Chul-Won Lee has extensive experience in a wide range of shipping laws, including those regarding maritime and environmental casualties, charter party and bills of lading disputes, and shipbuilding disputes.

Lee & Ko’s litigation team is renowned for its expertise in handling complex public and commercial disputes with new areas of focus in blockchain, tech, crypto, and NFTs and the entertainment sectors. Led by Pyoung Keun Song, who specialises in antitrust, competition, and TMT-related cases, the practice features a lineup of seasoned litigators. Seong Won Chang leverages his experience as a judge to handle corporate and construction litigation. Jae Heon Park is highly regarded for his work in a wide range of disputes, including commercial and transactional, corporate and M&A, financial industry, and broad regulatory disputes. Chang Ho Seong has experience handling a number of high-profile litigation cases, including civil, criminal, and finance disputes.

Shin & Kim’s highly regarded team is recognised for its comprehensive expertise in disputes, particularly in the product liability sector. The practice is co-led by Jae-Yun Yun, an expert in construction and real estate litigation, and former judge Jin-Ho Jeong, who focuses on contentious takeovers. Jong-Han Oh brings deep arbitration expertise, representing major domestic companies in civil and criminal cases, while Sookmi Lee specialises in shareholder and management disputes. Key team members also include Ghyo Sun Park, who handles commercial litigation related to IP, product liability, and corporate governance, and Kyle Choi, who leads the international litigation group, advising domestic clients on cross-border disputes.

Yulchon boasts a top-tier practice handling a wide array of corporate and financial disputes, with a growing focus on cryptocurrency and blockchain-related cases stemming from its traditionally strong financial dispute practice. The team, known for representing major Korean conglomerates, is co-led by Il Bong Moon, a specialist in post-M&A arbitration, and Yong Pyo Yeom, who focuses on debt, equity, and contentious construction, tax, and real estate matters. Sy Nae Kim is a key figure in cross-border dispute matters with strong capabilities in private international law issues, treaties and conventions, while Ik Hyun Kim handles trust, white-collar crime, and real estate and has recently expanded his expertise into newer fields of practice such as mobility, blockchain, product liability, and logistics matters.

Bae, Kim & Lee LLC is recognised for its meticulous approach to dispute resolution, covering a full spectrum of civil, criminal, and commercial litigation. The team is co-led by Tony Dongwook Kang, who has experience leading strategy and execution for numerous multinational litigants, including manufacturers and financial institutions across multiple jurisdictions; Hyuk Lee, who focuses on civil and criminal cases based on his extensive trial experience; Jungno Yoon, whose practice is focused on real estate trust transactions, M&A disputes, and general, financial, and criminal litigations; and Choulkyoo Park, whose practice focuses on advising and representing clients in construction, real estate, corporate, financial, and administrative matters. Wu Cheol Song has expertise in administrative law and civil appellate practice with a focus on tech-related litigation. Eun Young Row has successfully represented clients in financial litigation that became a social issue and cases involving embezzlement, breach of trust, bribery, and more.

Yoon & Yang LLC’s litigation team boasts a diverse range of specialists led by a group of seasoned partners. The team is co-led by a team of experienced and seasoned lawyers. Co-head Sang-Pil Lee excels in the practice areas of real estate construction and maritime and shipping-related litigation. Co-head Tae-Gu Zeon is experienced in financial disputes, civil and commercial litigation, and corporate litigation. Co-head Kyung In Jung boasts expertise in construction-related litigation, while co-head Sun Bong Lee leverages extensive previous experience as a chief prosecutor to advise on criminal law-related matters. Sue Yeon Woo has extensive experience representing clients in corporate, civil and criminal litigation. Seung Ryong Yoo has successfully represented clients in white-collar crime cases such as large-scale financial and construction disputes, breach of trust, and embezzlement against companies and business owners.

Barun Law’s litigation team, composed of former judges and prosecutors, is noted for its civil and criminal litigation and dispute resolution team. The team is led by managing partner Cheoll Park, who focuses on civil and family law matters. Co-leading the team is Yongkyun Kim, who represents major Korean heavy industry, construction firms and conglomerates, along with Ho Chul Suk and Donghoon Lee, who specialise in administrative and public litigation, respectively. Also co-leading the team are Jae Peel Park and Hyun Woong Kim, contributing to the firm’s strength across various high-profile disputes.

Dentons Lee is renowned for its strength in cross-border disputes, representing clients across South Korea, the Asia-Pacific, Europe, the UK, and the US. The team’s deep industry expertise enhances its capability in diverse sectors. John JungKyum Kim, co-leading the practice, is a key figure with a focus on insurance, manufacturing, real estate, and financial services. Also co-leading the practice is Kurt B. Gerstner, who brings extensive experience in civil litigation and international arbitration, handling complex disputes across various industries.

DR & AJU LLC’s litigation team is recognised for its strong expertise in civil disputes. Led by Soo Hyung Kim, who focuses on administrative procedures, tax, and criminal defence cases, the practice is well-regarded across multiple sectors. Yong Ki Cho specialises in civil disputes, criminal defence litigation and administrative procedure. Kwan Haeng Cho focuses on construction and real estate, as well as tax and corporate litigation. Byung Chang Lee specialises in international and cross-border litigation, asset tracing and recovery, and financial dispute litigation.

Jipyong LLC’s disputes team, composed of former judges and seasoned litigators, has extensive experience across a wide range of cases. The team is co-led by Seong-Jin Bae, who has extensive expertise in the areas of securities, finance, insurance, bankruptcy and restructuring with a strong reputation for successfully resolving highly complex legal challenges. Also co-leading the team is Won Jeong, who advises and represents clients in the areas of real estate and construction and specialises in legislation related to real estate and real estate development, and has a successful record in handling cases involving urban planning.