‘Kim & Chang has collaborators who have a good combination of expertise and multicultural experience. They bridge both the Korean and the MNC cultures/ways of working.’

‘For labour and employment matters, my main point of contact/business partner at K&C is Paul Cho. His input/collaboration is sharp, personalised, and of high quality. He does defend our interests and take the time to contextualise and explain the big picture while being pragmatic about the actions that need to happen.’

‘Very professional and high quality.’

‘Deep knowledge of the Korean market and industries and excellent command of legal knowledge, more importantly, Kim & Chang’s team can effectively combine the above two areas into practice.’

‘It provides total solutions including union issues, HR issues related to restructuring or closing companies, and industrial safety and health.’

‘All of the team provides very professional services all the time.’

‘The partners lead the case professionally. They have great communication skills and exceptional ability in legal disputes.’

‘Lee & Ko has a wealth of trial experience and high expertise in labour and employment compared to other law firms’ labour teams, and above all, its strength is its accurate and quick response to requests for advice.’

‘Individual lawyers on Lee & Ko’s labour team consider their clients’ labour-management relations history very important and have a great passion for continuously updating it. Therefore, it is very convenient and trustworthy for clients.’

‘This team is made up of great legal professionals. Experience and skill are properly balanced, and their roles are specialised in client relationships and lawsuits, making customers feel secure.’

‘Changsoo Jin is a judge-turned-lawyer who is fluent in the practice of the court and is well versed in legal principles. Hyunseok Song is highly loyal to his customers and is good at establishing relationships with them.’

‘In the case of other law firms, a partner-level attorney manages only when taking on a case or at the beginning of a contract. However, in the case of Lee & Ko, a partner-level attorney is involved in all cases from the beginning of the lawsuit to the end, so trust is high.’

‘Lee & Ko mobilises all capabilities within the law firm to resolve issues and actively works to meet the needs of its clients.’

‘Regarding the labour issues, they provided sufficient support to achieve the best results through the best efforts from the client’s point of view.’

‘Their expertise is exceptional. They always give me practical advice because they consider a lot of factors such as ER, government policy, and social trends.’

‘We feel comfortable when communicating and are satisifed with their commitment. As a public organisation, we have some labour issues that might not be common among many commercial firms, and the team has shown a deep understanding and respect for our needs. ’

‘Yeong-Seok Ki has vast knowledge and experience on labor law.’

‘The labor team from Shin&Kim has many partners with expertise. Partners are performing their duties in their specialised field, and they always provide prompt and accurate advice. Especially the team has expertise in all areas of labour law, including emerging issues such as workplace harassment and labour union-related issues, as well as traditional labour law areas such as disciplinary and dismissal cases. ’

‘Jong Soo Kim is a well-known expert in labour law. He has a deep understanding of labour law. He is well aware of all areas of labour law and the trend of labour precedents. Therefore, he is a good litigation lawyer. He always provides good solutions based on his experience. His solutions are reliable because they are always based on an accurate understanding of law and precedents. Personally, I received a lot of help from him in solving difficult problems.’

‘I recommend the labour and employment team at Shin & Kim. Because the team puts in a lot of effort to meet the needs of corporate clients.’

‘I think the most important thing when I choose the law firm is the ability to solve the legal problem. The ability to solve the legal problem relies on expertise and communication with the company. Compared to the other law firms, the Labour and Employment team of Shin & Kim has the right to that point of strength. Whenever I take the task to the the labour and employment team of Shin & Kim, they always give a creative method based on good communication.’

‘I want to strongly recommend Jong Soo Kim as the best lawyer in labour and employment. He has deep understanding of the field of labour and employment, and he always gives the best solution to our company at the right time.’

‘The labour team of BKL has great experience and practice availability. Based on these, the Bae, Kim & Lee team always advise very well with proper timing and situation. Especially, as the client needs, the team provide the fastest and most accurate consulting.’

‘Sangmin Kim is always ready to support the client and also provides the best advice whenever the client requests.’

‘In the BKL team, its members have a very customer-oriented thinking and service spirit. It is composed of the best experts in various fields of labour, providing perfect legal services in any case.’

‘Bae, Kim & Lee labour and employment team handles cases referred to us with the same passion and diligence as if it were our own family. While other law firms often work hard when they take on a case and then lose focus as the case progresses, the team consistently maintains its focus. That’s the biggest advantage.’

‘Sangmin Kim specialises in the field of HR and is highly trusted by his clients. Unlike some other lawyers, he is very passionate about his work and strives to find solutions to difficult legal issues that actually benefit clients, which is his most attractive feature. ’

‘Leading practice group re-application and interpretation of Serious Accidents Punishment Act, which came into effect a couple of years ago and which has been a very difficult law to navigate and comply with for everyone.’

‘They seem to have their finger on the pulse of what clients want, are well-organised, and work well together.’

‘Responses and feedback are immediate, and they really see things from the client’s perspective.’

‘The team has an understanding of the characteristics of the industry and leads clients with numerous hands-on experience and legal expertise in industry legal issues.’

‘The team, composed of experts in various fields, efficiently solves complex issues for clients. They provide customised legal services tailored to the client’s specific circumstances. Leveraging extensive experience and expertise across diverse industries, they deliver optimal legal solutions.’

‘Chan-Keun Park has the ability to effectively tailor solutions for complex legal issues. Additionally, Seong Hong ensures preparedness for various potential issues that may arise.’

‘Yoon & Yang has been exceptional in managing our legal needs. Their lawyers are not only quick to respond but also provide insightful and practical advice. The firm stands out for its efficiency and the personalised approach it brings to each case, ensuring that its solutions are well-suited to our specific requirements.’

‘The individuals at Yoon & Yang are exceptional for their deep expertise and client-focused approach. One standout is Sihoon Yang, whose remarkable skills and dedication set him apart. Sihoon Yang’s ability to deliver insightful, practical advice while maintaining clear and prompt communication has been invaluable. His keen understanding of complex legal issues and his personalised approach ensure that our needs are met with precision and care. Compared to other law firms and lawyers in Korea, Sihoon Yang and his team excel in providing tailored solutions and proactive support, which significantly enhances the overall our satisfaction.’

‘Tae Hwan Oh is a judge-turned-lawyer who is a great lawyer with both skills and customer friendliness. He is an expert who has won several dispatch law violations.’

‘The team has a deep understanding of the industry and client’s requirements and provides a decent legal opinion within a short period of time.’

‘Lawyers with outstanding qualifications and skills combine organically to produce results.’

‘Christopher Mandel and Tae Eun Lee make a very good team for serving MNC clients. Mandel is fluent in English but also has a good understanding of Korean employment law, where Tae Eun Lee is the local expert. They can understand the issues with MNCs and give practical advice on how to navigate the Korean labour law. Their working style is also client-friendly and very responsive.’

‘We have very good experience with the Yulchon team. We have worked with other law firms in Korea, and it was expensive and not effective, which was a total contrast compared to Yulchon.’

‘The whole team is professional, effective and strategic.’

‘Christopher Mandel is simply amazing. He is dedicated, reliable and humble. He is very knowledgeable and dedicated with this support, yet humble and friendly to work with.’

‘Yulchon’s employment attorneys I have worked with so far have been highly experienced and sensitive to my company’s needs. They give you an appropriate amount of advice at the right time, still preparing you for the end game of the matter at issue so your company is in a good position if the matter ends up being in court. They are very engaged, and they will really take care of your company.’

‘Soojung Lee’s advice is always concise, to the point, appropriate for the matter at hand, and still far-sighted. She is methodical in her approach but can also be flexible when necessary.’

‘This Yulchon team is not only an expert in navigating Korean legal matters but also very adept in explaining the Korean legal framework to an international audience where the understanding of relevant laws may be limited. They are excellent at communicating the local legal requirements to non-Koreans and giving practical, risk-adjusted advice.’

‘Excellent communicators and easy to work with, with an approach to client service matching the best large global law firms.’