With strengths in landmark real estate transactions in Korea, including public REITs, private REITs and REF developments, Kim & Chang is sought after by clients seeking support on investments, acquisitions and developments. At the helm of the practice, Yon Kyun Oh stands out for his aptitude in assisting investors on acquisitions, the development of real properties and the leasing of assets. Keun Ah Cho is experienced in real property investment structures, such as REITs, share acquisitions and project financing. The team also benefits from Jin Ho Song's expertise in domestic and commercial real estate transactions for foreign and institutional investors, while Sang Min Lee brings additional acquisition capabilities to the team. Mia Kim acts in construction projects, leasing projects, and the sale and purchase of real properties.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Key clients
- GIC
- TPG Angelo Gordon
- DWS Group
- KKR & Co.
- Goldman Sachs
- The Blackstone Group
- Brookfield Asset Management
- M&G Real Estate
- NPS (National Pension Service of Korea)
- Samsung SRA Asset Management Co.
Work highlights
Advised Samsung SRA Asset Management on the acquisition of The Asset Building.
Advised on the sale of the Namsan Square building located in Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea.
Advised a real estate fund on its acquisition of 25 office and retail units of strata buildings.
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
Yon Kyun OH
Other key lawyers
Keun Ah Cho; Jin Ho Song; Sang Min Lee; Mia Kim