Projects & Infrastructure: International
Global Guide 2024 : South Korea
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Contact number
+82 2 6320 1000Chambers Review
The Linklaters team remains one of the most highly regarded in this field. Much sought after for its renowned project finance offering, it typically advises consortiums of major international and Korean lenders on energy and infrastructure projects around the globe, and also regularly assists Korean sponsor clients. The law firm has considerable expertise in oil and gas and power mandates in particular, advising on such matters as concession agreements, the market entry of renewable energy clients and the acquisition of energy assets. The team is further noted for its representation of Korean export credit agencies. Linklaters' clients include Lotte Chemical, KEPCO and ING Bank.
Work Highlights
- Linklaters assisted Ontario Teachers Pension Plan Board on its investment in a global offshore wind development joint venture with Corio Generation. The investment platform aimed to support the development of 14 fixed-bottom and floating wind projects in several locations including South Korea, Japan and the UK.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The team have a great understanding of clients' needs and provide speedy and accurate legal advice which enables transactions to be executed quickly."
"The team has an in-depth understanding of project financing and coordination between stakeholders."
"The team have a great understanding of clients' needs and provide speedy and accurate legal advice which enables transactions to be executed quickly."
"The team has an in-depth understanding of project financing and coordination between stakeholders."
Notable Practitioners
Lee Joo Hee is highly sought after by a Korean and multinational clientele owing to the sophistication of her advice on matters relating to project finance and development in the infrastructure and energy sectors.
"She understands exactly what Korean clients expect and satisfies their needs very well. She is very responsive and provides a great channel of communication."
"She is customer-centric and provides counsel in a very timely manner."
"She had a great understanding of the deals and projects. Therefore, she proactively sought the elements needed and assisted clients with making great progress in the deal."