To both domestic and multinational companies operating in Korea, Kim & Chang is positioned as a one-stop shop for TMT services across transactional, regulatory, and contentious work. Practice head Dong Shik Choi is a leading name in telecoms and broadcasting transactions, as well as on regulatory investigations and compliance. With a prior background working in Korean regulatory agencies, Min Chul Park lends his regulatory expertise to clients on regulatory investigations and service launches. Seong-Hyeon Bang maintains a client roster comprising international and domestic telecoms carriers, software companies, and mobile service manufacturers. Jung-Chull Lee chiefly focuses on TMT transactions, particularly advising multinational companies within the software, mobile games, and e-commerce sectors. Hyun Kyu Lee acts for a broad client base on telecoms and broadcasting regulation mandates, and San Kang supports multinational companies on regulatory investigations.
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‘The team provides advice from a variety of angles and provides complete advice even in tight time frames and high-pressure situations. With a considerable amount of accumulated experience as an asset, they provide appropriate advice in both theoretical and practical matters.’
‘What sets Kim & Chang's TMT practice apart, when compared to other law firms, is its bench of specialists, each possessing a granular, practical understanding of their respective TMT sub-sectors and the ability to leverage powerful industry networks.’
‘We have been very impressed working with Hyo-Sang Kim. What truly distinguishes him is his ability to stay ahead of the curve. He consistently tracks regulatory and legislative developments affecting our industries.’
‘They treat clients' issues as if they are their own, and don't hesitate to work through difficult hours with the client.'
‘Clearly, the top law firm in Korea. Strengths: English communication skills, strategic approach, broad network, experience, and savviness.’
‘Dong Shik Choi is noted for his reliability, strategic thinking, knowledge, and experience.’
Key clients
- Netflix, Inc.
- Ebay Inc.
- SSG.COM
- Uber Technologies, Inc.
- LG Uplus Corp.
- Hybe Co., Ltd.
- Alibaba
- Microsoft Corporation
- KT Corporation
- Oracle Corporation
Work highlights
Represented eBay in its sale of equity interest in Apollo Korea Inc., which holds 100% of Gmarket Inc., to Ascent Equity Partners.
Represented Uber group in the transaction involving the transfer of Tmobi’s exit from UT LLC (JV between Uber B.V. and Tmobi), including the purchase of Tmobi’s UT LLC shares by Uber B.V.
Represented Netflix in a lawsuit brought by Cooperative Village Baby Garden and others who sought a preliminary injunction to prevent Netflix from screening of a documentary program titled “In the Name of God: A Holy Betrayal” as well as damages.
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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
Dong Shik Choi
Other key lawyers
Min Chul Park; Seong-Hyeon Bang; Jung-Chull Lee; Hyun Kyu Lee; San Kang; Hyo-Sang Kim