Kim & Chang offers clients a comprehensive range of tax services, covering tax planning, mergers and acquisitions, local tax litigation, international tax disputes, and other Korean tax issues from business inception to exit. Additionally, the firm maintains an active transfer pricing and customs practice, where Tae-Yeon Nam is a key advisor. A core focus of Jae Young Lyu‘s practice is structuring tax-efficient transactions in cross-border M&A, while Jisoo Lee adds vast experience in tax audits to the team, and Seung Jong Yang is a crucial contact for international tax matters; the three jointly lead the team. Woo Hyun Baik concentrates on finance and general tax consulting, and Byung Moon Jung specialises in tax audits. With a background in both the National Tax Service and the judiciary, Sang Woo Lee handles tax and customs disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘Jong Hyun Park and his team have an immense amount of experience and are very competent when providing tax advice. The team also provides prompt response with a very detailed explanation.’
‘From my experience, Jong Hyun Park is probably the go-to person in the industry. He definitely knows the content very well and engages in every step of the process to provide client satisfaction.’
‘The team members take pride in their areas of expertise and are dedicated to their work. They have strong connections with the government and excellent communication skills with clients. Despite a heavy workload, they remain resilient, respond sincerely to client demands, and provide prompt service.’
‘This KIM&CHANG tax team consists of top-tier attorneys and has the most varied experiences in this industry.’
'The practice clearly understands the outcomes that clients require and provides optimal tax solutions based on excellent legal knowledge and experience.'
'They are always friendly and possess the skills to identify and address the needs of the clients.'
Key clients
- Goldman Sachs
- LG Electronics Inc.
- Citibank
- CJ
- Morgan Stanley
- Hyundai Motor Company
- Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
- Oracle Korea
- SK Hynix
- National Oilwell Varco
Work highlights
Represented KKR in connection with its redemption of the existing redeemable convertible preferred shares (RCPS) issued by SK E&S and its acquisition of RCPS newly issued by E&S City Gas and E&S City Gas Busan.
Advised Hahn & Company on the tax aspects of its acquisition of a controlling interest in SK Specialty.
Advised Archimed on a take-private transaction involving the acquisition of the 100% stake in Jeisys Medical by way of share acquisition via rollover structure, tender offer and comprehensive share swap.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jisoo Lee; Jae Young Lyu; Seung Jong Yang
Other key lawyers
Woo Hyun Baik; Byung Moon Jung; Sang Woo Lee; Jong Hyun Park