Michael Kim
Stephenson HarwoodStephenson Harwood has a distinguished track record in representing Korean global corporations, international banks, insurance companies, and shipbuilding and trading firms in onshore and offshore disputes. Michael Kim co-heads the team and brings extensive experience in shipping, ship finance, and commercial litigation as well as expertise in ADR, advising on charter parties, shipbuilding, and offshore construction contracts. Stuart Burrell specialises in high-value dispute resolution and international arbitration while Stuart Beadnall is a leading expert in shipping and energy, focusing on contract negotiations in offshore oil, gas and shipbuilding. Newly promoted partner Matthew Seah acts for both financiers and shipowners on a broad range of projects, including syndicated and bilateral financings, ECA-backed financings and sustainability-linked loans.
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Testimonials
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‘Attention to individual detail, constant and dependable availability, and good contacts within the industry to assist litigation.'
‘Speciality and depth of knowledge in law and practice, persistence in pursuing goals and a client-friendly attitude.’
‘Michael Kim can advise on most shipping and maritime issues with the best quality.'
‘Stephenson Harwood is well known to Korean clients for its shipping, shipbuilding, international trade and construction practices. They have extensive experience and expertise in the shipping and shipbuilding industry, and they also know the Korean market well. Stephenson Harwood LLP has been, and will be, the international law firm connecting the Korean market with the UK legal tribunals.’
‘Michael Kim thoroughly knows the shipping and shipbuilding industry as well as the Korean market. Based on his experiences and expertise, Mr Kim understands the client’s needs well and provides effective and practical solutions. Mr Kim is always ready and willing to assist and satisfy clients' needs, which can be urgent at times. Stuart Burrell is also well-recognised in the Korean market for his devotion to Korean clients.’
‘They are well aware of the practical strengths and weaknesses of Korean shipping companies and shipyards. Based on this understanding, they are skilled in developing response strategies.’
‘Michael Kim had experience in sailing before becoming a lawyer, and it is difficult to find someone who knows Korea's shipping practices and Korean corporate culture better than him through his long career as a lawyer.’
Key clients
- Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Ltd
- Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering
- Korea Line Corporation
- Hanwha General Insurance Co Ltd
- The Import-Export Bank of Korea
- KB Insurance Co., Ltd
- Chevron International Pte Ltd
- The Standard Club
- HJ Shipbuilding & Construction Co., Ltd
- Hyundai Merchant Marine
- Pan Ocean Co., Ltd
- Sungdong Shipbuilding
- Daehan Shipbuilding Co., Ltd
- Sinokor Merchant Marine Co.,Ltd
- Japan P&I Club
- SPP Shipbuilding Co., Ltd
- Eukor Car Carriers. Inc
- Macon Charter B.V.
- SK Shipping Co., Ltd.
- H-Line Shipping Co.,Ltd.
- DB Insurance Co., Ltd
- Feen Marine Scrubbers Inc.
- HHIC-PHIL KOREA
- Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance Co., Ltd
- KfW IPEX-Bank GmbH
- Samsung Heavy Industries Co., Ltd.
- SC Engineering Co., Ltd.
- Seil Textile Co., Ltd.
- You Chang Trading Corp
- MULTI ASSET GLOBAL INVESTMENTS CO.,LTD.
- LATTICE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
- WILLIAM FRY
- NOVEL GROUP OÜ
- BHI CO., LTD
Work highlights
- Advised HJ Shipbuilding & Construction Co., Ltd in a Singapore High Court case, defending a US$32m claim.
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Michael Kim, Rania Tadros, Dora Mace-Kokota, Daryll Ng, Gregg Johnston