Projects & Infrastructure: International - South Korea
What the team is known for
Latham & Watkins is known for its ability to tackle large-scale multi-jurisdictional matters, both within the region and beyond it in the Middle East, Africa and the USA. The team undertakes mandates in the energy and natural resources sphere and has a strong track record in related project finance transactions, where it works closely with major developers and construction companies as well as ECAs and commercial banks. Latham & Watkins' long-standing expertise in Korean projects and infrastructure matters is enhanced by its presence on the ground in Seoul, and the team forms part of a global network which includes a number of lawyers with Korean language capabilities.
Work highlights
Latham & Watkins acted for a number of lenders, including the Export-Import Bank of Korea, the Korea Trade Insurance Corporation and Export Finance Australia, in relation to the development and financing for the Caldita-Barossa offshore gas field development project off the coast of Australia.
Notable practitioners
Stephen McWilliams is the regional head of the projects practice in Asia.
