Kwon, Yu-geun

Kwon, Yu-geun

Attorney, Korea (2015)

Antitrust&Competition, Construction, Subcontract, Terms&Conditions, Agency, General Corporate

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  • +82 2-772-2300
  • kwonyg@hmplaw.com

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Introduction

Yu-geun Kwon serves as a partner at HMP Law, and his main areas are Antitrust & Competition, Construction, Subcontract, Terms & Conditions, Agency, and General Corporate Law.

After successfully passing the bar exam in 2015, Mr. Kwon embarked on his professional journey at HMP Law.

In this capacity, he provided comprehensive legal guidance to clients within the realm of corporate law.

In 2016, Mr. Kwon assumed a significant role at the Korea Fair Trade Mediation Agency, where he made noteworthy contributions to the field of dispute resolution.

During his tenure, he directly managed many important cases involving prominent companies in the Fair Trade Team, Construction Subcontract Team, and Terms and Conditions & Agency Team for about 7 years.

Recognizing his expertise and contributions, Mr. Kwon was invited to deliver lectures to investigators at the Korea Fair Trade Mediation Agency.

His lectures were focused on sharing valuable insights and guidance regarding the investigation of complex construction settlement cases.

This initiative further bolstered the agency's proficiency in resolving intricate disputes.

As a testament to his dedication, Mr. Kwon received a commendation from the head of the Korea Fair Trade Mediation Agency.

In addition, he collaborated with the Fair Trade Commission to issue a damage warning for online advertising agencies.

In 2023, Mr. Kwon returned to HMP Law as a partner, leveraging his enriched experience.

In this role, he brings valuable perspectives, enhancing the firm's capacity to deliver legal services.

Education

  • 2015

    Chonnam National University, Law School (J. D.)

  • 2011

    Korea University (LL.B.)

  • 2001

    Myungduk Foreign Language High School

Career

  • 2023

    Patner at HMP Law

  • 2021

    Korea Fair Trade Mediation Agency Terms and Conditions & Agency Team Leader

  • 2018

    Korea Fair Trade Mediation Agency Antitrust & Competition Team

  • 2017

    Singapore Mediation Centre
    Strategic Conflict Management for Professionals

  • 2016

    Korea Fair Trade Mediation Agency Consturction-Subcontracting Team

  • 2015

    Practical Training at HMP Law

  • 2015

    Korean Bar Exam(4st)

  • 2014

    Advances Practical Training at Supreme Prosecutors’ Office

  • 2013

    Practical Training at Korea Development Bank

Key Performance and Clients

  • Cases concerning disputes related to non-payment of subcontracting fees by civil construction contractors

  • Cases concerning disputes related to non-payment of subcontracting fees by information and communication contractors

  • Cases concerning disputes related to the provision of disadvantages by public enterprises

  • Cases concerning disputes related to abuse of trading position of thermal power generators

  • Cases Concerning disputes restrictions on the use of portals and other Internet information service providers

  • Cases concerning disputes related to non-payment of subcontracting fees by engineering service providers

  • Cases concerning disputes related to non-payment of subcontracting fees by filmmakers

  • Cases concerning disputes related to unfair subcontracting cancellation by electricity contractors

  • Cases concerning disputes related to unfair damands for economic benefits by software developers

  • Cases concerning disputes related to the provision of disadvantages by hosting service providers

  • Cases concerning disputes related to abuse of trading positions by metalwork manufacturer’s

  • Cases concerning disputes related to abuse of trading positions by life insurers

  • Prepared a Damage Alert for an Online Advertising Agency Case

Books and papers

  • Participation of research assistants on subcontracting transactions analysis in the field of consignment for the preparation of knowledge and information outcomes