
With over forty years of experience advising Korean clients, Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP is regarded as ‘well-versed in both legal expertise and market practice’ and able to manage all aspects of claims and conduct advocacy at the hearings. Based in London, practice head Mike McClure KC has over fifteen years’ experience resolving complex international disputes for Korean clients, with particular knowledge in the construction, infrastructure, and TMT sectors. Co-leading the practice from Hong Kong, Dana Kim is a leader on complex cross-border disputes, acting in arbitrations under all of the major arbitration rules.
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‘The team understands the market, especially the Korean clients' culture and needs. Also, one of the very few firms that can cover diverse jurisdictions.’
‘Well-versed in both legal expertise and market practice. Ms Dana Kim is especially good at providing practical advice. ’
Key clients
- Samsung SDI Co., Ltd
- British American Tobacco
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Dana Kim
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Mike McClure KC; Dana Kim
