East Asia - South Korea

Paul Hastings LLP

Paul Hastings LLP is well-equipped to advise international investment banks, as well as domestic corporations, in advisory and regulatory matters. The team is led by managing partner Dong Chul Kim, who advises on convertible bond issuing in the manufacturing sector, as well as underwriting work in across various industries. Co-leading partner Iksoo Kim also handles multi-jurisdictional IPOs and debt mandates.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'Their feedback is realistic, and they have in-depth experience.'
  • 'Dong Chul Kim and Iksoo Kim are the best lawyers in Korea when it comes to capital market.'

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Key clients

  • Samsung Group
  • Credit Suisse

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Work highlights

  • Advised L&F, a leading manufacturer of cathode materials, in its issuance of US$500 million 2.50% Convertible Bonds, due 2030.
  • Advused Hanwha Energy USA Holdings Corporation on its issuance of US$300 million 4.125% Senior Green Bonds due 2025, guaranteed by Export-Import Bank of Korea.

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