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Shin & Kim is known for its expertise in high-profile IPOs, representing issuers across various industries, as well as its ongoing activity in REIT offerings. Regarded as ‘one of the top experts in capital markets’, department head Tae-Yong Seo is highly active in IPOs and bond issuances. Jong-Uk Lee is noted for his work on asset-backed securities and covered bond deals in or pertaining to Korea. Yong Jin Park is sought after by domestic and foreign clients on both equity and debt market transactions, particularly noted for his work on domestic and overseas bond issuances. Kevin (Woo Hyuk) Choi advises global financial institutions, conglomerates and asset management companies on IPOs, debt issuances and fund registrations. Hyeongeun Yoon acts on IPOs and domestic and international securities offerings. Seongkoo Cheong joined from Kim & Chang in September 2024.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘We are usually working with Tae Yong Seo, a partner of Shin & Kim. He is one of the top experts in capital markets, having advised most prominent financial institutions in South Korea. We would highly recommend him to other players in capital markets.’

  • 'All of its partners are engaged in this area at least over 15 years. They are very good at complex transactions.’

  • ‘Mr. Tae Yong Seo is a very famous lawyer in capital market business. He is an expert in IPO and PEF. He has a good grasp of the capital market regulations and is very familiar with the market practice. We are very impressed with his extensive knowledge of legal issues in this area.’

  • ‘Recently, I have had a pleasure of working with Tae Yong Seo and was very impressed with his dedication. He provided appropriate solutions even to our urgent requests.’

  • 'They have a well-rounded team, being able to cover many different issues within the team.'

  • 'Shin & Kim has been known as a capable law firm in the capital market since the past. Many securities companies, including our company, are receiving advice from them and are satisfied with the results.'

  • 'Their legal fees are always reasonable. They have good reputations in the real estate and capital market area and good understanding of our business thanks to long relationship. They closely follow up with clients and give us practical and timely solutions.'

Key clients

  • The Korea Development Bank
  • The Korea Export-Import Bank (KEXIM)
  • Shinhan Bank Co., Ltd.
  • Macquarie Korea Asset Management Co., Ltd.
  • Korea Investment & Securities Co., Ltd.
  • Kakao Corp.
  • Finemedix Co., Ltd.
  • SemiFive Inc.
  • Kistron Co., Ltd.
  • SK Battery America, Inc.
  • Korean Air Lines Co., Ltd.
  • Shinhan Card Co., Ltd.
  • Hyundai Card Co., Ltd.
  • Lotte Card Co., Ltd.
  • Hyundai Capital
  • LG Electronics India Private Limited
  • CLSA Capital Partners (HK) Limited
  • BNP Paribas
  • Aspex Management
  • DBS Bank Ltd

Work highlights

Acted as Korean counsel for issuer SemiFive Inc on an IPO and listing on the KOSPI Market of the Korea Exchange.
Advised the underwriter on the issuance by The Export-Import Bank of Korea of $850,000,000 4.625% Sustainability Notes due 2028, $1,250,000,000 4.875% Notes due 2030, $500,000,000 5.250% Notes due 2035, and $400,000,000 Floating Rate Notes due 2028.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

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

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Hyeongeun Yoon

Practice head

Tae-Yong Seo

Other key lawyers

Jong-Uk Lee; Yong Jin Park; Kevin (Woo Hyuk) Choi; Hyeongeun Yoon; Sung Hee Song; Seongkoo Cheong

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