Lee & Ko ‘s market leading international arbitration practice is ’extremely adaptable and knowledgeable,’ when handling advising major domestic and international firms on complex high-profile cases. The firm’s roster of highly experienced junior and senior attorneys is now led by Sanghoon Han following the departure of Sean Sungwoo Lim and Robert W. Wachter. Saemee Kim, lauded as the ‘backbone of the team’ handles matters within the engineers and energy industries, and Elizabeth Shin is active in construction cases.
Testimonials
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‘Extremely adaptable and knowledgeable in international arbitration matters. They get the job done quickly and effectively. ’
‘A talented and diverse team led by Robert Wachter, who frequently appear on large arbitration cases. They are one of the best firms in Korea.'
‘Robert Wachter is a very thorough advocate and excellent cross examiner. Saemee Kim is also a rising star, and the backbone of the team.'
Key clients
- Republic of Korea
- Korea Electric Power Corporation, Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power Co., Ltd
- Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering Co., Ltd.
- Hyundai Rotem Company
- GS Engineering & Construction Corporation
- The Republic of Korea represented by the Defense Acquisition Program Administration
- Eco Management Holdings (Malta) 2 Ltd.
- Hyundai Steel Company
- Jeju Air Co., Ltd.
- Kriesha Ziskind Tiu
- DWS Star Bridge Co., Ltd.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sanghoon Han