Tax: local firms

Kim & Chang

Client Satisfaction

Kim & Chang’s market leading team has ‘very strong knowledge and expertise across the full range of tax and customs matters’, with unparalleled experience in both transactions and litigation. Jointly led by Woo Hyun Baik and Byung-Moon Jung, the team advises on international corporate tax planning, M&A, financial derivatives, and contract negotiations. Certified public accountant Tae-Yeon Nam focuses on international taxation, in addition to representing clients in tax audits and disputes, while Hae Ma Joong Kim advises on contentious mergers and shareholder issues. Former judge Sang Woo Lee regularly represents clients before the National Tax Tribunal.

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Testimonials

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‘The team at Kim & Chang has very strong knowledge and expertise across the full range of tax and customs matters. Top-notch talent.’
‘The team has excellent problem-solving skills.’
'K&C is the premier law firm. K&C is able provide guidance related to tax issues that are unique to our industry.'
‘The team and Kim & Chang have an exceptional depth and breadth of expertise.’

Key clients

Goldman Sachs
LG Electronics Inc.
Citibank
CJ
Morgan Stanley
Hyundai Motor Company
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Oracle Korea
SK Hynix
National Oilwell Varco

Work highlights

Advised Ford Motor Company on tax structuring of $13.2 billion joint venture with SK Innovation.
Advised Hahn & Company in its sale of Hahn & Co. Cement Holdings, the largest shareholder of Ssangyong C&E, through a first-ever continuation fund established in Korea.