FinTech Legal - South Korea
What the Team is Known For
Kim & Chang represents a wide range of companies, from domestic technology unicorns to some of the largest global multinationals operating in FinTech. Its expertise covers digital payments, privacy, cryptocurrency and blockchain mandates.
Strengths
"The team consistently delivers quick turnarounds, even on complex matters. This allows us to maintain momentum on critical projects and meet tight deadlines."
"Kim & Chang has a diverse team of lawyers with specialised expertise in various areas, enabling them to address a wide range of issues and reach well-rounded conclusions."
Notable Practitioners
Jung Min Lee is a senior attorney in Kim & Chang's FinTech practice. He advises prominent FinTech unicorns including payments providers in regulatory licensing and IT compliance issues. "Jung Min Lee effectively coordinates the team based on his excellent leadership skills, providing accurate opinions and effective alternatives. He is an outstanding expert in various financial fields." "Jung Min Lee is a good attorney and is well aware of client needs."
Gye-Jeong Kim has a regulatory focussed practice, particularly for virtual asset exchanges. She is well regarded by her clients for her work in regulatory and product structuring advice for securities providers and international technology companies setting up in South Korea. "I am fully satisfied with the service that Gye-Jeong provides."
Joon Young Kim is a senior attorney in Kim & Chang's FinTech and IT compliance team. He regularly advises businesses across cryptocurrency, digital assets and blockchain-based technologies on their operations and compliance.