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Linklaters’ energy and infrastructure group remains at the forefront of both inbound investments in Korean renewables and outbound energy and project financings. The experienced team covers a wide array of transactions for an impressive roster of clients from the power, gigafactory, petrochemical and infrastructure sectors. Practice head Joo Hee Lee's reputation in the project finance segment and strong relationships with Korean financiers and sponsors position her as a key advisor on multi-source project finance and project development, particularly on energy transition and low/no carbon energy projects.
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  • 'I believe it is Joo-Hee Lee's leadership that has driven Linklaters Seoul to its current standing. She is deeply committed to both her work and her clients, and it is clear that she genuinely finds joy in what she does.'
  • 'I have had the privilege of working closely with Joo-Hee Lee on numerous international projects, and I can confidently say she has never once let me, or anyone I have recommended her to, down.'
  • 'Joo-Hee Lee consistently delivers exceptional results and excels in every aspect of her work.'
  • 'The Linklaters Seoul team not only supports the project owners but also considers the interests of the lenders to ensure the successful closing of project financing transactions.'
  • 'Joo-Hee Lee provides customised legal services for clients across various domestic and international energy-related projects. She consistently meets clients' needs by delivering comprehensive legal advice.'
  • 'Joo-Hee Lee's legal services are always top-tier compared to those of other law firms.'

Key clients

  • Actis
  • BlackRock
  • Stonepeak and Synera Renewable Energy (SRE)
  • Anma Offshore Wind Power Co., Ltd.
  • KEXIM (The Export-Import Bank of Korea)
  • K-SURE (Korea Trade Insurance Corporation)
  • KDB (Korea Development Bank)
  • Samsung C&T
  • KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corporation)
  • KOMIPO (Korea Midland Power Corporation)
  • KOSPO (Korean Southern Power Company)
  • KNOC (Korea National Oil Corporation)
  • KIND (Korea Overseas Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation)
  • Lotte Chemical Corporation
  • Ontario Teachers Pension Plan (OTPP)
  • Standard Chartered Bank
  • ING Bank
  • The Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd.
  • Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
  • BNP Paribas

Work highlights

Advising Anma Offshore Wind Energy (backed by Equis Development) on the development, procurement and financing of its 528MW project in South Korea.
Advised Actis on its up to c.$100m investment into Argo Energy, a South Korean renewable energy platform focused on the development of small utility scale and rooftop solar.
Advising Synera Renewable Energy, Stonepeak’s offshore wind developer platform based in Taiwan, on its acquisition of 49% shareholding in Moondo Offshore Wind Energy to develop the 840MW Moondo offshore wind project in Geomoondo, Yeosu, Korea.

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Joo Hee Lee

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