DR & AJU

South Korea

Analysis

Overview

DR & Aju is actively engaged in corporate and M&A matters, offering a range of legal services related to the establishment of domestic subsidiaries for foreign companies, joint ventures, branches and liaison offices, as well as handling foreign exchange transactions. The firm is known for providing legal advice in a prompt and professional manner, catering to various needs, including the establishment of venture companies or IT firms within the high-tech sector, as well as facilitating listings on the Korean Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (Kosdaq). The M&A practice is led by managing partner Dae Hui Kim, along with partners Kyeong Rok Jeong, Kyong Kook Kang and Jae Young Shin. Their collective experience and guidance contribute to the firm's M&A capabilities.

Corporate and M&A

Work highlights 

Advised Almac and AR Aluminum on the sale of old shares, issuance of new shares for paid-in capital increase, and issuance of convertible and corporate bonds. 

Advised Seongjeong and Baekje Country Club, the former major shareholders and specially related parties of Eastar Jet, in selling Eastar Jet to Sky SPC, a special purpose company established by VIG Partners. 

Key clients 

IDO Accounting Firm, Korea Corporate Governance Improvement Fund, SMTech.