Skip Navigation
KO EN JP CN
Intellectual Property Careers
Menu
Intellectual Property Careers
Locations Contacts
Close
Search

Jae Hyung BAN Attorney

T.+82-2-3703-1408 F.+82-2-737-9091/9092
Jae Hyung BAN Attorney
pdfvcardprint
Jae Hyung BAN Attorney

Jae Hyung BANAttorney

T.+82-2-3703-1408 F.+82-2-737-9091/9092 E.jhban@kimchang.com

PDF Vcard

Areas of Expertise

Bio

Jae Hyung Ban is a highly respected attorney at Kim & Chang with extensive experience advising multinational corporations on complex regulatory and litigation matters. Known as a “go-to lawyer” in the industry, Mr. Ban specializes in antitrust and competition, merger control, corporate compliance and various administrative regulations, including technology, media and telecommunications (“TMT”), environmental law, finance and automotive sector regulation. His client-centered approach, marked by creative and practical solutions grounded in industry practices, has led to consistent, favorable results for his clients.

Mr. Ban’s legal expertise extends beyond advisory work to include representation during governmental investigations and litigation, where he offers invaluable insights and strategy. His cases include high-stakes engagements with global big tech firms, IT companies, semiconductor corporations, international banks and premium automotive brands, showcasing his versatility and depth in addressing diverse regulatory challenges. He is particularly adept at developing proactive solutions that address regulatory concerns early, while also defending his clients’ interests in administrative and criminal proceedings when necessary.

Mr. Ban’s successful handling of a wide range of cases has led to his recognition as a leading lawyer in the field of Competition by Who’s Who Legal for multiple years, as well as a top-rated TMT lawyer by the Legal Times. His clients rely on his in-depth knowledge and strategic foresight to protect their business interests across complex and evolving regulatory landscapes.

Mr. Ban received his LL.M. from Harvard Law School in 2013 and his LL.B. from Seoul National University College of Law in 2001. He attended the Judicial Research and Training Institute of the Supreme Court of Korea from 2002 to 2004 and, in 2020, completed the S.J.D. coursework in Antitrust Law at Seoul National University’s Graduate School of Law. He is admitted to the Korean bar and the New York bar.

View All

Profile

Experience

Foreign Attorney, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, New York (2013-2014)

Kim & Chang (2007-Present)

Judge Advocate, Republic of Korea Army (2004-2007)

Representative Mattersshow

  • Advised a global IT company on a Korea Fair Trade Commission (“KFTC”) investigation concerning allegations of market dominance abuse and exclusion of competitors, guiding the client through complex regulatory requirements and fair trade compliance.
  • Supported a global bank in responding to a KFTC investigation regarding foreign exchange (FX) rate collusion. Mr. Ban’s strategic counsel enabled the client to navigate regulatory scrutiny effectively, addressing allegations of anti-competitive behavior.
  • Guided a global premium automotive company through a government investigation and subsequent administrative litigation concerning compliance with emissions certification requirements under Korea’s Clean Air Conservation Act.
  • Advised a global premium automotive company on vehicle recall procedures and administrative/criminal investigation related to alleged Motor Vehicle Management Act violations, assisting the client in regulatory compliance and public safety risk mitigation.
  • Counseled a global big tech company in responding to a Personal Information Protection Commission investigation regarding the use of personal information, providing compliance guidance and addressing data privacy concerns.
  • Represented a global automotive corporation in the KFTC’s investigation of alleged competition law violations, including abuse of market dominance position, cartel activities or unfair trade practices.
  • Advised on the establishment of joint ventures by major global semiconductor manufacturers or global automotive corporations.
  • Advised major US or EU aerospace and defense companies on contract law issues relating to form supply contracts proposed by DAPA.

Representative Activitiesshow

Awards

  • Leading Lawyer, Legal Times: TMT(Technology, Media & Telecommunications) (Legal Times, 2024)
  • Leading Lawyer, Legal Times: TMT(Technology, Media & Telecommunications) (Legal Times, 2022)
  • Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Korea, Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2022) 
  • Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2021) 
  • Thought Leader, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2020) 
  • Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2020) 
  • Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Korea, Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2019-2021) 
  • Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2018-2019)

Education

    Graduate School of Law, Seoul National University (Completed S.J.D. Coursework, Antitrust Law, 2020) 

    Harvard Law School (LL.M., 2013) 

    Graduate School of Law, Seoul National University (Completed Master’s Coursework, 2007) 

    Judicial Research and Training Institute of the Supreme Court of Korea (2004) 

    College of Law, Seoul National University (LL.B., 2001)

Qualifications

    Admitted to bar, Korea, 2004; New York, 2014

Languages

Korean and English

Insights

Search Professionals

EXPERTISE RESET SEARCH

EXPERTISE

Close

EXPERTISE

Regulatory & Compliance Close

Advisory & Transaction show

Dispute Resolution show

레이어 닫기

Share

Close
  

Jae Hyung BAN
Attorney


T. +82-2-3703-1408      
F. +82-2-737-9091/9092      
  




Jae Hyung Ban is a highly respected attorney at Kim & Chang with extensive experience advising multinational corporations on complex regulatory and litigation matters. Known as a “go-to lawyer” in the industry, Mr. Ban specializes in antitrust and competition, merger control, corporate compliance and various administrative regulations, including technology, media and telecommunications (“TMT”), environmental law, finance and automotive sector regulation. His client-centered approach, marked by creative and practical solutions grounded in industry practices, has led to consistent, favorable results for his clients.

Mr. Ban’s legal expertise extends beyond advisory work to include representation during governmental investigations and litigation, where he offers invaluable insights and strategy. His cases include high-stakes engagements with global big tech firms, IT companies, semiconductor corporations, international banks and premium automotive brands, showcasing his versatility and depth in addressing diverse regulatory challenges. He is particularly adept at developing proactive solutions that address regulatory concerns early, while also defending his clients’ interests in administrative and criminal proceedings when necessary.

Mr. Ban’s successful handling of a wide range of cases has led to his recognition as a leading lawyer in the field of Competition by Who’s Who Legal for multiple years, as well as a top-rated TMT lawyer by the Legal Times. His clients rely on his in-depth knowledge and strategic foresight to protect their business interests across complex and evolving regulatory landscapes.

Mr. Ban received his LL.M. from Harvard Law School in 2013 and his LL.B. from Seoul National University College of Law in 2001. He attended the Judicial Research and Training Institute of the Supreme Court of Korea from 2002 to 2004 and, in 2020, completed the S.J.D. coursework in Antitrust Law at Seoul National University’s Graduate School of Law. He is admitted to the Korean bar and the New York bar.






    Foreign Attorney, Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP, New York (2013-2014)

    Kim & Chang (2007-Present)

    Judge Advocate, Republic of Korea Army (2004-2007)






  •   Advised a global IT company on a Korea Fair Trade Commission (“KFTC”) investigation concerning allegations of market dominance abuse and exclusion of competitors, guiding the client through complex regulatory requirements and fair trade compliance.
  •   Supported a global bank in responding to a KFTC investigation regarding foreign exchange (FX) rate collusion. Mr. Ban’s strategic counsel enabled the client to navigate regulatory scrutiny effectively, addressing allegations of anti-competitive behavior.
  •   Guided a global premium automotive company through a government investigation and subsequent administrative litigation concerning compliance with emissions certification requirements under Korea’s Clean Air Conservation Act.
  •   Advised a global premium automotive company on vehicle recall procedures and administrative/criminal investigation related to alleged Motor Vehicle Management Act violations, assisting the client in regulatory compliance and public safety risk mitigation.
  •   Counseled a global big tech company in responding to a Personal Information Protection Commission investigation regarding the use of personal information, providing compliance guidance and addressing data privacy concerns.
  •   Represented a global automotive corporation in the KFTC’s investigation of alleged competition law violations, including abuse of market dominance position, cartel activities or unfair trade practices.
  •   Advised on the establishment of joint ventures by major global semiconductor manufacturers or global automotive corporations.
  •   Advised major US or EU aerospace and defense companies on contract law issues relating to form supply contracts proposed by DAPA.





Awards

  •   Leading Lawyer, Legal Times: TMT(Technology, Media & Telecommunications) (Legal Times, 2024)
  •   Leading Lawyer, Legal Times: TMT(Technology, Media & Telecommunications) (Legal Times, 2022)
  •   Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Korea, Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2022) 
  •   Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2021) 
  •   Thought Leader, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2020) 
  •   Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2020) 
  •   Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Korea, Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2019-2021) 
  •   Leading Lawyer, Who’s Who Legal: Competition (Who’s Who Legal, 2018-2019)





Education

    Graduate School of Law, Seoul National University (Completed S.J.D. Coursework, Antitrust Law, 2020) 

    Harvard Law School (LL.M., 2013) 

    Graduate School of Law, Seoul National University (Completed Master’s Coursework, 2007) 

    Judicial Research and Training Institute of the Supreme Court of Korea (2004) 

    College of Law, Seoul National University (LL.B., 2001)


Qualifications

    Admitted to bar, Korea, 2004; New York, 2014


Languages
  •    Korean and English





Antitrust & Competition ,  Mergers & Acquisitions ,  Corporate Governance & Shareholder Disputes ,  Foreign Direct Investment ,  Anti-Corruption & Corporate Compliance