Junu Kim
Bae, Kim & Lee LLCPraised for its ‘exceptional expertise, dedication, and collaborative spirit’, the offering at , is co-led by Tony Dongwook Kang and Woojae Kim, who is recommended for his broad knowledge of ICSID cases and ICC arbitrations, particularly in relation to energy sector issues. Junu Kim handles the full range of multi-party and post-M&A cases with ‘real mastery', while Hongjoong Kim has extensive knowledge of the aerospace, healthcare, and retail sectors. Sangchul Kim and Hangil Lee are both key names within the team noted for their ’broad and excellent experience'. Changwan Han joined the group from the International Disputes Settlement Division of the Ministry of Justice in June 2023.
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Testimonials
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- 'BKL have excellent cross-border abilities and resources.'
- 'The BKL international arbitration team is excellent. Its team has strength in numbers and expertise in the field.'
- 'I was especially impressed by Junu Kim - he showed real mastery of the issues and detail and had a very good cross-examination style.'
- 'Bae, Kim & Lee LLC excels in international arbitration due to its top-tier expertise and client-focused approach. The team offers innovative solutions, leveraging advanced technology and promoting diversity to enhance efficiency and outcomes. '
- 'What sets individuals at Bae, Kim & Lee LLC apart is their exceptional expertise, dedication, and collaborative spirit. They consistently deliver strategic solutions, going beyond expectations to achieve client success. Woojae Kim exemplifies these qualities, making BKL a leader in international arbitration.'
- 'Relentless, creative, will do their very best to advance the client’s interests.'
- 'Junu Kim. Knows a case inside out, is relentless in helping his clients reach the desired outcome, extremely nice and easy to work with.'
- 'Woojae Kim and Hangil Lee are strong lawyers, with broad and excellent experience in international arbitration.'
Key clients
- Affinity Equity Partners
- DL E&C
- Doosan Logistics Solutions
- Hyundai Engineering & Construction
- IMM Private Equity
- Korea Electric Power Corporation
- Korean Reinsurance Company
- Lotte Land
- POSCO International
- Republic of Korea
Work highlights
- Advised the Republic of Korea on the annulment of the award with regard to the ICSID judgement in the investor-state dispute settlement suit between Lone Star and Korean government.
- Represented the Republic of Korea in an ad-hoc investment treaty arbitration commenced by Schindler Holdings AG claiming losses from Hyundai Elevator’s rights offerings procedure.
- Represented a consortium of financial investors (Affinity Equity Partners, IMM Private Equity, Baring Private Equity Asia and GIC) in an ICC arbitration against Kyobo Life Insurance over the issue of put-option claim.
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Tony DongWook Kang, Woojae Kim