Projects & Energy

Lee Sang-Hyun rises to the top band after winning plaudits. He continues to be a highly sought-after lawyer for complex project finance mandates and also advises on EPC agreements, in addition to regulatory matters such as licensing and legislative reform.

"Sang-Hyun is very knowledgeable in various parts of the work. He also has a pretty good market share for inbound transactions."

"He is someone who can confidently advise on the project and lead us in the right direction."

"The part I most appreciate is his expertise in wind power development work."

Michael Chang represents Korean and international sponsors in a variety of regulatory matters and large-cap corporate transactions, including share and asset transfers, restructurings, development agreements, and loan and equity financings.

"Michael is one of the few partners in domestic firms who can seamlessly provide help to borrowers and lenders. While others can be technically strong, there can be discomfort coming from cultural nuances to mitigate, and Michael is able to navigate that very well."

"Michael is very user-friendly. He understands us and continually seeks to understand us. He knows how we work and knows the legal issues and points that would be problematic for us, and advocates on our behalf."

"Michael understands Korean and Western cultures, so he is particularly good with clients based outside of Korea doing deals in Korea."

Helen Pak regularly advises on international deals on behalf of Korean sponsors, lenders and investors' consortiums in both the conventional and renewable power markets.

Shin Sangmyoung represents Korean lenders and sponsors in domestic and cross-border projects relating to both conventional and renewable power. He is knowledgeable on financing and project development documents.

Jung Su Yong has a solid reputation in the market. He is active in advising Korean players on a range of energy-related mandates, particularly in the oil and gas subsectors, but also including renewables and utilities projects. He has particular strength in the regulatory space, and is often instructed by corporate clients and government entities.

"Su Yong has deep knowledge of the technical aspects of the work."

"He possesses expertise in regulatory matters related to renewable energy."

Cho Bong Sang joined Shin & Kim in 2023. He offers advice on financing, investment and development of renewable energy projects.