Counting domestic and international companies among its key roster of clients, Kim & Chang's team advises on a wide range of construction-related transactions involving the full range of real properties. Yon Kyun Oh leads the team and Keun Ah Cho specialises in real estate-related M&A, in addition to tax-efficient property investment structures, asset-backed securitisations, and share acquisition matters. Sang Min Lee advises foreign investors and companies on inbound purchases and acquisitions, as well as advising domestic real estate funds on inbound transactions. Dual qualified in New York and Seoul, attorney Jin Ho Song handles matters concerning special purpose vehicle establishment and management.

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Key clients

  • GIC
  • Angelo, Gordon & Co.
  • DWS Group
  • KKR & Co.
  • Goldman Sachs
  • The Blackstone Group
  • Brookfield Asset Management
  • M&G Real Estate
  • Mirae Asset Financial Group
  • Samsung SRA Asset Management Co.

Work highlights

  • Advised Hines in connection with the acquisition, development, leasing and sale of a mixed use building complex in Busan, Republic of Korea.
  • Advised a buyer and its fund manager on the acquisition of two office buildings.
  • Advised on forward sale of logistics facilities under construction.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Yon Kyun Oh

Other key lawyers

Keun Ah Cho, Sang Min Lee, Jin Ho Song