Asialaw Profiles
The Guide to the legal markets of the Asia-Pacific

Kim Chang & Lee has consolidated its position in the rankings this year. Clients note managing partner Kyung-Joon Choi as a standout M&A practitioner.

In a highlight deal, the firm advised VOGO Investment on acquisition-related agreements and financing in the establishment of two private equity funds and the purchase of 44% of Tong Yang Securities in a KRW852 billion transaction.

Kim Chang & Lee maintains its place on the rankings due to its strong team, which includes partner Doo-Hee Cha who joined from Shin & Kim in January 2009. The firm specialises on individual employment relations, collective labour relations and labour issues relating to corporate transactions.