Regarded for ‘its ability to quickly and effectively take over complex disputes’, Shin & Kim’s arbitration practice is well-positioned to advise on high-value disputes. Co-head Young Suk Park has a demonstrable track record in commercial arbitrations involving major Korean companies and global companies. For commercial arbitrations, Jae Min Jeon is another key contact. Co-head Robert Wachter has previous experience working in Asia, Europe, and North America. Youngwon Yoon has experience acting on high-value construction and finance mandates. Brandon Bang is regarded by clients for his ‘excellent understanding and knowledge of the arbitral process’. Jae Hee Kim is another name of note.
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Profile
Work Department
International Arbitration, Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS)
Position
Senior Foreign Attorney
Career
- 2024-Present: Shin & Kim LLC
- 2015-2024: Lee & Ko
- 2014-2015: Kim & Chang
- 2012-2014: Graf & Pitkowitz Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Vienna
- 2005-2011: Yulchon LLC
- 1998-2004: O'Melveny & Myers LLP, San Francisco
- 1997-1998: Ashford &Wriston, Honolulu
- 1996-1997: Law Clerk to the Hon. Samuel P. King (D. Haw.)
Languages
English, Korean
Memberships
- California State Bar Association
Education
- 1996: University of Hawaii (J.D.)
- 1993: University of California San Diego (B.A., summa cum laude)
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Brandon Bang demonstrates excellent understanding and knowledge of the arbitral process.’
‘Brandon Bang and his team's strength lies not just in their expertise in international arbitration, but also in their ability to provide clients with the best options tailored to their specific situations. ’
Key clients
- Shinsung E&G
- Korea Western Power Co., Ltd.
Work highlights
Represented Korea Western Power, in a US$400 million investment treaty dispute against the Government of India relating to India's expropriation of and failure to provide protection to KOWEPO’s investment in a power plant.