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Rankings published in 2026
Banking and finance
Tier 3
9 firms ranked
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Tier 1

Kim & Chang
11 practice areas
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Lee & Ko
11 practice areas
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Shin & Kim
12 practice areas
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Tier 2

Bae Kim & Lee
11 practice areas
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Yulchon
11 practice areas
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Tier 3

JIPYONG
11 practice areas
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LAB Partners
6 practice areas
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Yoon & Yang
11 practice areas
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D&A LLC
9 practice areas
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Capital markets : Structured finance and securitisation
Tier 2
8 firms ranked
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Tier 1

Kim & Chang
11 practice areas
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Lee & Ko
11 practice areas
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Shin & Kim
12 practice areas
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Tier 2

LAB Partners
6 practice areas
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Yulchon
11 practice areas
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Tier 3

Yoon & Yang
11 practice areas
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Bae Kim & Lee
11 practice areas
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JIPYONG
11 practice areas
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M&A
Tier 3
14 firms ranked
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Tier 1

Bae Kim & Lee
11 practice areas
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Kim & Chang
11 practice areas
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Lee & Ko
11 practice areas
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Shin & Kim
12 practice areas
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Yulchon
11 practice areas
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Tier 2

JIPYONG
11 practice areas
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Yoon & Yang
11 practice areas
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Tier 3

LAB Partners
6 practice areas
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SEUM Law
3 practice areas
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Barun Law
3 practice areas
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D&A LLC
9 practice areas
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HMP Law
6 practice areas
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KL Partners
2 practice areas
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Veat Law Firm
2 practice areas
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Private equity
Tier 3
9 firms ranked
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Tier 1

Bae Kim & Lee
11 practice areas
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Kim & Chang
11 practice areas
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Lee & Ko
11 practice areas
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Yulchon
11 practice areas
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Tier 2

Shin & Kim
12 practice areas
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Tier 3

JIPYONG
11 practice areas
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LAB Partners
6 practice areas
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Yoon & Yang
11 practice areas
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SEUM Law
3 practice areas
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Linked Reviews
Financial and corporate

LAB Partners is a boutique firm established in 2018. The firm's office is based in Seoul.

 

Focusses / specialisms  

The firm is experienced in corporate M&A, capital markets, private equity, structured finance and securitisation.

 

Key clients   

Key clients include Navis Fidelis, Derkwoo Electronics, Milestone Magenta Private Equity Fund, and SG Core.

 

Research period review: 32nd edition (2022/2023)     

The corporate and M&A team was very active in private acquisitions and financial investments including shares buyout, purchase of convertible bonds, and acquisition of redeemable convertible preference shares.

The corporate team welcomed two new partners, Alex Lee hired from Bae Kim & Lee, and Hyunwoo Kim hired from Shin &Kim.  The firm also added three new associates, Dongmin Kim, Seongsoo Lee, and Jin Kim. 

 

Deal highlights: 32nd edition (2022/2023) 

Navis Fidelis W13 billion acquisition of Hanzo

Coway W43 billion acquisition of iOBED

SVIC 55th New Tech Business Investment Fund W64.9 billion purchase of convertible bonds and new shares issued by DUK SAN NEOLUX

 

Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)    

Asset finance

"Well versed in Korean ABS transactions. Always patient in addressing queries. Exceeds expectations, despite complexities and tight timelines involved in deals."

 

Capital markets: Structured finance and securitization

"Very good knowledge of the legal environment. Very efficient execution."

 

M&A

"LAB Partners is prompt with their responses regarding our enquiries. They have always been very reliable."

 

Private equity

"They provide top-tier quality legal services in investment and M&A sector for both buyer and seller sides at an affordable local firm price range. "

  

Jeesun Park

"Always patient in addressing queries. Familiar with Korean ABS transaction documentation."

 

Young-Hee Jo

"Good responsiveness and problem-solving."

 

Youngju Kim

"Very considerate and always on time. Has always delivered more than expected."

"He is full of professional experience in his areas and able to communicate efficiently. He is one of the best legal advisers in the investment sectors in Korea."

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Deal Highlights
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Deal Name Deal Date Firm Name Jurisdiction Deal Type Lawyer Names Client Names Client Role
Woori Card Co Ltd - Bond Issue
2021-03-01
LAB Partners
South Korea
Bond issue
Woori Card Co Ltd
Issuer
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