KL Partners, established in 2015, is a distinguished law firm in Seoul, South Korea, specializing in international dispute resolution and corporate mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Founded by a team of leading attorneys with shared principles and values, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest levels of expertise and service to clients both domestically and internationally. KL Partners is recognized for its emphasis on specialization over size, positioning itself as an innovator in the Korean legal market.
In October 2023, KL Partners entered into a historic joint venture with global law firm Baker McKenzie, forming the Baker McKenzie & KL Partners Joint Venture Law Firm (Baker McKenzie KLP JV). This collaboration, approved by Korea's Ministry of Justice, has created the largest international law firm in Korea by partner bench strength, comprising over 20 lawyers. The joint venture offers comprehensive legal services across key practices, including energy and infrastructure, cross-border arbitration and litigation, and corporate/M&A, thereby enhancing the firm's ability to provide integrated international and Korean legal advice.
KL Partners' client service approach is characterized by dedicated, hands-on partners leading lean, efficient teams tailored to each client's specific needs and goals. The firm's commitment to delivering value-added services through expert teams has earned it consistent recognition by international ranking publications, such as Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, as a leader in its specialized fields. This client-centric approach, combined with its strategic partnership with Baker McKenzie, underscores KL Partners' dedication to providing innovative and effective legal solutions in a dynamic global environment.
