Kim & Chang is a ‘one-stop shop’ with considerable experience in the energy sector, boasting a strong track record in cross-jurisdictional project financing. The team is co-headed by Yon Kyun Oh and Ick Ryol Huh. Chang Sup Kwon acts for sponsors of domestic and overseas renewable project developments, while Min-Young Oh advises on large-scale projects in the power generation industry and Chang-hee Shin advises on project developments and acquisition of power and energy companies and assets. Young-Kyun Cho is another key contact in the group. Bong-Sang Cho and Claire (Mi-Jin) Kim left the firm in March and April 2023 respectively.

Lee & Ko is renowned for its market leading experience in the project and energy arena, handling the full range of domestic and international project management mandates. With over 20 years' experience, Dong Eun Kim co-heads the team alongside Tom Shin and Hun Ko, and frequently represents key project stakeholders, government institutions and major Korean and international investors in both inbound and outbound investments. Jae Hoon Lee advises on high-profile infrastructure matters and a range of landmark power projects including PPI. Kwang Yul Kim assists with construction contracts and long-term service agreements, while Insoo Kim handles renewable energy cross-border investments. Hyunsu Kim is another key contact in the group.

Boasting an impressive roster of clients in the private and public sectors, Shin & Kim’s specialised projects and energy practice advises on matters concerning infrastructure, power project management and development, as well as financing. The team is jointly led by Sang Hyun Lee and Michael Chang, who handle landmark renewable energy transactions, while Hyun-Mi Cho advises domestic and international financial companies and industrial corporates, focusing on gas projects. A key contact for large-scale energy and greenfields PPPs, Seung-Gyu Yang is also recommended. Sangmyoung Shin joined the practice from Kim & Chang in February 2023, with Bong-Sang Cho and Claire (Mi-Jin) Kim following suit in March and April 2023 respectively.

Noted for its expertise in high-value project developments and financing arrangements, Bae, Kim & Lee LLC’s team specialises in matters concerning renewable and alternative energy. Practice leader Seungkyo Lee handles the full range of investments, developments, IPP business, and energy-related M&A for both international and domestic clients. Hyunchul An, who is praised as ‘trustworthy and inspires unmatched confidence’, and Hyukjin Im advise foreign clients on inbound Korean projects and multinational investments, as well as advising on operations and maintenance. Ho Jin Kim, who provides strategic advice on financing and joint development agreements, is another key contact in the group.

DR & AJU LLC advises Korean sponsors, lenders, and EPC and O&M contractors on a broad range of projects, from renewable energy and LNG to mining, power generation (IPP) and infrastructure. According to one client, the team’s ‘unique approach and strengths make them an ideal choice for potential clients seeking top-notch services and unparalleled expertise’. Practice leader Mihyun Melissa Park, who is dual qualified in New York and Australia, handles energy and infrastructure project financing mandates, while foreign attorney Heejin Kim acts for Korean strategic investors on international projects. Specialising in renewable energy disputes, Sohyun Yoon is another key member of the team.

The ‘nimble and versatile’ team at Yulchon is noted for its expertise in greenfield development projects, advising on a range of matters concerning investment structure, tax structuring and commercial agreement negotiations, as well as financing and exit strategies. Senior foreign counsel Raymond Kang, who has experience advising on domestic and international greenfield and brownfield energy and infrastructure projects, jointly leads the team alongside Kum Ju Son. Hong Kim is another key contact in the group.

Noted for its capability in cross-border transactions and strategic regulatory work for public and private sector clients, Jipyong LLC’s team is led by M&A expert Hye Jung Ryu. Cheol Jeong advises on matters concerning project finance and corporate governance in the energy sector, in addition to cross-border joint ventures, while Yully Kang advises on offshore wind farm projects.

Yoon & Yang LLC regularly assists domestic and international clients with project investments, merger control clearances, and share issuances. Team leader Soongki Yi handles traditional and renewable energy mandates, bolstering the strength of the team with expertise in multi-jurisdictional M&A and corporate financing. Young Woo Park focuses on matters concerning project financing, while Dae Sagong has experience in the renewable energy arena, focusing on wind farm and solar power projects.