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.’
Key clients
- The Korea Development Bank
- The Korea Export-Import Bank (KEXIM)
Work highlights
Acted as Korean counsel for issuer SemiFive Inc on an IPO and listing on the KOSPI Market of the Korea Exchange.
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