Shin & Kim provides expert advice on broadcasting, telecommunications, and privacy/data protection for both domestic and international clients. The firm has a strong presence in advising top mobile network operators in Korea and excels in policy advisory work, particularly in handling regulatory inspections and administrative investigations by the PIPC.  Led by Sinook Kang, the team leverages extensive government relations to offer strategic advice. Yeon Ah Chung heads the online platform and new technology team, focusing on emerging TMT legal issues. Junghyun Hwang specialises in telecommunications and data, while Hyunie Kim is adept at guiding foreign businesses through telecom-related litigation and market entry in Korea.
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  • ‘The team has extensive experience in the IT field. Thus, it gives excellent guidelines for its clients so that the clients do not violate applicable laws in such fields. Also, the team understands our business well, so it shows flexibility in interpreting the related laws and gives us advice when we need to decide on more risky policies for our business.’

  • ‘Joon Yong Park communicates well with us, especially with our top management. He always responds to them on time.'

  • ‘Great expertise, good communication, a sound sense of duty. Trusted adviser. Highly recommend this team.’

  • ‘Junghyun Hwang has good analysis skills, great insight, clear communication and great expertise.’

  • ‘The TMT team at Shin & Kim boasts exceptional legal proficiency, demonstrating a broad understanding of various sectors and legal areas relevant to their clientele. Their extensive experience in the TMT market is particularly noteworthy, providing them with crucial industry-specific insights. Armed with a thorough understanding of pertinent laws, regulations, and policies, they deliver comprehensive and well-informed guidance to their clients. Their interdisciplinary approach enables them to effectively address diverse legal challenges, offering holistic solutions.’

  • ‘Sinook Kang offers extensive industry expertise. His background in telecommunications and regulatory matters, including significant roles within the media, information, and telecommunications regulatory agency, provides him with comprehensive knowledge and a robust industry network. Mr Kang's strong connections with relevant government bodies allow for efficient communication with officials, enabling him to offer timely and customised advice.’

  • ‘The depth and breadth of expertise within the team are remarkable. Their standout capability lies in offering comprehensive solutions, seamlessly blending policy insights with legal expertise. They consistently assessed our needs holistically and provided solutions confidently whenever required.'

  • 'Recently, the group has established an AI centre to promptly disseminate information on AI-related legislation and policies, enabling us to proactively respond to them. In the rapidly changing political and social environment, the team's assistance has been truly invaluable to us.’

Kernmandanten

  • SK Telecom
  • CJ Olive Networks
  • Yokogawa
  • LG Uplus Corp.
  • Hanwha Systems
  • Roblox
  • Home and Shopping
  • 42dot
  • Volkswagen
  • Coupang

Highlight-Mandate

  • Class action lawsuit and administrative appeal involving SKT’s 5G services.
  • Advice on AI Center's use of personal information for AI research and development.
  • Acquisition of UB1st Co., Ltd.

Anwält*innen

Führende Partner*innen

Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.

Partner*innen der nächsten Generation

Juniorpartner*innen, die im Markt von Mandanten und Wettbewerbern anerkannt werden und in einigen Mandaten eine Schlüsselrolle einnehmen.

Führende Associates

Führende Associates sind regelmäßig an zentralen Mandaten des Teams beteiligt und erhalten positives Feedback von Wettbewerbern oder Mandanten.

Praxisleitung

Sinook Kang

Weitere Kernanwält*innen

Juneyoung Jang; Yeon Ah Chung; Joon Yong Park; Jeong Ho Ahn; Junghyun Hwang; Jin Hong Noh; Hyein Lee; Chang Jun Park; Hyunie Kim