The sizeable litigation practice at Yulchon ‘provides a well-balanced combination of strategic insight and practical legal solutions across complex and high-stakes matters. The practice group is co-led by experienced partners Jae Keun Lee, a go-to practitioner for a variety of matters, including civil, criminal, and administrative disputes, and Jung Han Oh, a notable name for litigation and arbitration at the firm. Il Bong Moon demonstrates expertise in finance and corporate disputes, while Chul Ki Min, who formerly served as a research judge in the Supreme Court, is another key member of the practice. Yong Pyo Yeom maintains a varied caseload of work, featuring energy, pharmaceutical, and real estate-related disputes. Sy Nae Kim is an expert in cross-border disputes, and Ung Young Choi boasts extensive experience in corporate and financial disputes.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: NPS ®

Testimonials

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  • ‘Yulchon assembles teams of lawyers with great expertise tailored to each specific field. Especially notable is the inclusion of former judges with more than 20 years of practical judicial experience, who collaborate closely with subject-matter experts to fully understand the core of each case.’

  • ‘With over 30 years of experience as both a judge and an attorney, Attorney Il Bong Moon brings unmatched knowledge and experience in finance, insolvency, labour, and corporate litigation. His exceptional strategic thinking and leadership are key to maximising the likelihood of success in each case.’

Key clients

  • LG Group
  • Samsung Group

Work highlights

Acted for a client in a claim for adjusted contract price arising from design changes in nuclear power plants.

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.

Practice head

Jae Keun Lee; Jung Han Oh

Other key lawyers

Il Bong Moon; Chul Ki Min; Yong Pyo Yeom; Sy Nae Kim; Ung Young Choi; Jae Hwan Shin; In Yong Hwang