David Chun
Ropes & Gray LLPRopes & Gray LLP acts on behalf of a number of prominent domestic and international corporate entities, and demonstrates significant expertise across the chemical, automotive, heavy industry, and biochemical sectors, among others. The group has strength in both contentious and non-contentious mandates, and is highly active in cross-border matters, with a particular emphasis on work involving the US. The team is co-led by David Chun, who is experienced in both local and US law, and William Kim, a market veteran of 35 years, noted for his expertise in licensing negotiations and transfers of IP.
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- 'Daniel Kim has bilingual capabilities, and a deep knowledge about patent law and litigation.'
Key clients
- CJ CheilJedang
- Global OLED Technology
- Hanwha Group
- LG Display
- LG Electronics
- Naver
- Samsung Electronics
Work highlights
- Representing LG Electronics in multiple complex patent litigations against Pantech, ParkerVision, Sonraiand EcoFactor.
- Obtained a favourable settlement for our client CJ CheilJedang in its six-year dispute against competitor Ajinomoto in the International Trade Commission (ITC) and Southern District of New York (SDNY) regarding methods of producing tryptophan.
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David Chun, William Kim