In collaboration with HwaHyun, Ashurst Korea JV’s Korean team is highly regarded for its expertise in advising both domestic and international clients. Led by industry leader John Kim, the team is recognised for its deep knowledge and proactive approach to cross-border corporate and M&A transactions. Huiyeon Kim advises on a steady flow of high-profile matters and complex cross-border matters and advises clients on investments, corporate deals, M&A and joint venture formation in a wide span of industries.
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Témoignages
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‘Attention to individual detail, constant and dependable availability and access to answer questions or assist in contractual drafting, genuine concern and loyalty to client endeavours were felt.'
- 'Attorney work product is consistently top-notch, never had a complaint.’
- ‘Ashurst demonstrated exceptional and outstanding legal knowledge and consistently prioritised excellent client service.'
‘All the individuals I worked with were always available to address and respond to my questions and concerns. They were all very responsive and dedicated to providing answers not only to the mainstream of work but also to the branches of the project, typically easy to miss.’
‘John Kim is compassionate and dedicated.’
Clients clés
- Mubadala
- Hyundai Motor Company
- Kia Motors
- Hyundai Mobis
- SK Telecom
- SK Geocentric
- SK Earthon
- Lotte Energy Materials
- Hanwha Aerospace
- Celltrion
Points forts
- Assisting Mubadala Investment Company in its equity/equity-linked bond investment in a major Korean conglomerate.
- Advised Celltrion in relation to a divestment of portfolio of Takeda Pharmaceutical's prescription medicines sold in Asia to CBC Group, a Singapore-based investment firm. As part of the sale, Celltrion sold its primary care Rx businesses in APAC (asset sale), including 14 different brands in multiple jurisdictions. Completion is subject to various conditions precedent, including transfer of IP and necessary regulatory approvals.
- Advising on SK Telecom's cross-border investment into, and subsequent partnership with, Lambda Inc., a US-based start-up operating an on-demand cloud service for the training and deployment of artificial intelligence models.
Avocats
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Avocats associés reconnus parmi les leaders du marché par leurs pairs et leurs clients, régulièrement présents dans les grands dossiers dans lesquels ils sont au premier plan.
Les grands avocats de demain
Jeunes associés disposant d’une reconnaissance montante sur le marché, jouant régulièrement un rôle clé dans des dossiers majeurs.
Responsable de la pratique
John Kim
Autres avocats clés
Huiyeon Kim