‘Kim & Chang’s Shipping Team is unique among domestic law firms in that it provides full services across the entire maritime sector, including shipping.’

‘The attorneys in the Shipping Team possess in-depth knowledge of shipping and have specialised expertise in various related fields, such as insurance, port operations, and industrial safety and health. Furthermore, the team includes former officials from organisations such as the Coast Guard and the Navy, who contribute their expertise as well.’

‚Sang-Hyup Lee works for clients with dedication and sincerity, and is highly regarded for his ability to provide practical solutions based on his deep understanding of the shipping industry.’

‘Lee & Ko is one of Korea’s leading law firms, distinguished by its robust and highly experienced maritime practice. The team is well-equipped to handle a wide range of cases, offering clients comprehensive legal services across various matters.’

‘In particular, their expertise in shipping-related disputes enables them to effectively manage all types of contentious issues in this field. As a client, I value their ability to provide thorough and reliable support, which sets them apart from other firms.’

‘Mr. Young-Jae Park is an outstanding attorney whom I consistently recommend when asked to introduce a highly competent lawyer in Korea. He possesses extensive knowledge and experience across a broad spectrum of shipping-related matters and consistently provides concise, insightful, and practical legal advice.’

‘BKL possesses a team of highly specialised professionals, with extensive experience in a wide range of cases in closely related fields, including maritime law, insurance, and international transactions, as well as a comprehensive understanding of the maritime and transportation industries.’

‘BKL handles a wide range of litigation matters, including traditional areas such as managing and resolving related disputes regarding transportation and charter contracts, resolving various disputes related to bills of lading and waybills, and handling maritime accidents involving ships, offshore structures, and port facilities.’

‘Client-centric.’

‘Within the law firm, the representative lawyer Tae Il Kwon and senior partner lawyer Suyeon Jeong possess a deep understanding of disputes and consistently offer the most effective and efficient strategies.’

‚We are satisfied with their work and in-depth understanding of the shipping business. Kwon & Co is keen to match clients‘ needs, especially when it comes to urgent requests for legal advice. Their billing is also very reasonable.’

‘The founding partner, Mr. Tae Il Kwon, successfully leads the team consisting of female lawyers, which is not usual in the shipping industry, which is a masculine culture. This firm is famous for its strong ethics in billing practice, by which all its clients have every confidence in the firm’s ethics and professionalism as well.’

‚Sechang are responsive and helpful and have often assisted on an urgent basis, turning around submissions on very short notice.’

‘Jintae Joo – efficient, knowledgable and hands on. Hyun Kim -extremely well versed in Korean law and prompt in his response time.’

‘I deal predominantly with Thomas Kim and Jin Tae Joo, both of whom are very helpful and excellent at providing the information that I need in a timely manner. ’

‘We choose to continue working with Moon & Song, including their key seniors and also with their highly talented associate attorneys, as they are a highly reputable and most reliable law firm well known for their expertise in shipping and for their readiness 24/7 to provide timely and comprehensive legal service to the global shipping community supporting and aiming to obtain the best resolution for clients worldwide cost effectively.’

‘We are most satisfied with the exceptional legal service provided by Moon & Song, as they most importantly concentrate on what the client is requesting and expecting.‘

‘Kwang Myeong Moon (Founding and Managing Partner): Through abundant experience of more than 26 years in all types of maritime cases, he is one of the most recognised lawyers in the Korean shipping market. He provides clients with precise and insightful advice, and he has an excellent skill to resolve complicated situations that clients are faced with.’ 

‘Vastly experienced team, efficient and commercially minded.’

‘Christopher JoonTae Cho is a very experienced partner.’

‚The Shipping practice at DR & AJU LLC stands out for its deep industry knowledge, practical problem-solving approach, and exceptional client service. The team has extensive experience handling both contentious and non-contentious matters, ranging from high-value charter party disputes to complex vessel transactions, and is well-versed in both domestic regulations and international maritime law.‘

‚The individuals I work with at DR & AJU LLC are outstanding in both their legal acumen and their unwavering dedication to client success. They stand out in the market for their ability to integrate deep technical expertise with a commercially pragmatic approach, consistently delivering advice that is not only legally robust but also strategically effective. Partner WOORIN-SUNG is a prominent figure in the shipping sector, widely respected for his exceptional negotiation skills, comprehensive knowledge of maritime regulations, and outstanding ability to resolve complex disputes with calm authority and decisive action. Associate HEEKYUNG-JUNG brings an impressive combination of meticulous attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills. She is highly responsive, communicates with clarity, and often anticipates client needs before they are even expressed.‘

‘Jipyong’s shipping team goes beyond simply providing legal advice. What makes them truly unique is their deep understanding of the complex business environment and latest trends in the shipping industry, allowing them to provide practical, real-world solutions.’

‘Jipyong is ambitious in developing its international practice and tends to be more responsive and competitively priced than the larger firms. For shipping matters, I have always recommended Mr Choon Won Lee, Head of Jipyong’s Shipping Practice.’

‘Choon Won Lee is reliable and trustworthy. He is also quite responsive and competitively priced.’

‚They are one of the largest law firms in the country and have significant resources for defending cases in Korean courts.‘