Mr Dong Eun Kim > Lee & Ko > Seoul, South Korea > Lawyer Profile

With an exceptional reputation for acting for both Korean and international financial institutions, Lee & Ko stands out for its innovative approach and deep sectoral expertise. Dong Eun Kim heads the team, while Yeo Kyoon Yoon brings specialised knowledge in banking and leveraged finance, regularly advising on high-profile acquisition financing and ECA-backed transactions. Myoung Chul Kwak is recommended for his M&A and structured finance work, while Yong-Jae Chang is a trusted advisor in Korean financing transactions. Yunjeong Seo’s expertise in ship finance and financial compliance enhances the firm’s offerings, as does Hyunsu Kim‘s experience in infrastructure and energy finance.

Lee & Ko is fully equipped to provide comprehensive legal services in the energy and project development market. Its expertise spans domestic and international coal-fired power generation, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects, advising on structuring, financing, EPC, O&M, transfers, tax, and litigation. The team represents a broad range of corporations and financial institutions, such as domestic and foreign banks, insurance companies, and asset management firms. Co-head Dong Eun Kim brings extensive experience in handling inbound and outbound transactions, representing key stakeholders such as investors, lenders, project companies, and governments. He leads the firm’s Korean energy projects and supports foreign clients on inbound investments as well as Korean firms on outbound ventures. Co-head Hun Ko specialises in project finance with a focus on PPI projects and real estate development. Hyunsu Kim, another key member, primarily advises on infrastructure and energy, particularly for domestic banks.