Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : South Korea
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We are best known for our global experience and exceptional expertise in international disputes not only in international arbitration but also in Korean litigation. The lawyers have extensive experience and knowledge in resolving multijurisdictional disputes with a very high level of linguistic and cultural fluency. Unique among Korean law firms, our group has the ability to advocate on multiple legal issues and understand nuances existing across diverse cultures, irrespective of the type of legal system involved, when negotiating, litigating, and arbitrating on behalf of clients based in Korean and overseas. While remaining comfortably “international”, we have also maintained our strong foundation in Korean domestic disputes as another cornerstone of our practice’s success. The integration of the domestic and international aspects of our practice gives us a more comprehensive perspective in resolving cross-border disputes that ultimately involve Korean law, ancillary and interim relief, enforcement, and Korean proceedings brought in tandem with international proceedings. This has enabled us to provide one-stop legal services throughout the entire process, from dispute prevention to negotiation, preparation for interim disposition procedures, as well as execution of the main procedures and enforcement.
Chambers Review
Yulchon has a solid practice highlighted for its strength in arbitration. The firm is experienced in handling matters in the construction and energy sectors, among others, and is well placed to advise on award enforcement issues. It maintains a prominent profile on the domestic scene and is also able to advise on cross-border disputes involving matters of Korean law.
Strengths
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"All team members faithfully performed their respective roles, and thanks to this, we were able to receive a lot of help throughout the process."
"All team members faithfully performed their respective roles, and thanks to this, we were able to receive a lot of help throughout the process."
Notable Practitioners
Baek Yun Jae is well known among the Korean arbitration community, both as counsel and for his role as an arbitrator. His work spans insurance coverage disputes, commercial disagreements and licensing disputes.
David MacArthur is co-head of the international dispute resolution practice at Yulchon. He is well experienced representing clients in international arbitration cases concerning intellectual property, investment treaty and construction issues. He often handles matters with a South-East Asian element.
Ahn Jeong Hye is recognised for her capabilities in international commercial arbitration as well as arbitral enforcement proceedings in court. She acts on behalf of private entities and government bodies.
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Samsung Heavy Industries
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