Kim, Julie
Introduction
Julie Kim is an accomplished international dispute resolution lawyer with a wealth of experience representing clients in complex, high-stakes cross-border disputes across multiple jurisdictions. Recognized for her hands on approach and strategic insight, she represents a diverse clientele in industries such as finance, real estate, engineering & construction, oil&gas, rail transport, mining, renewable energy and aesthetic device. Julie has successfully led cases with claims ranging from millions to billions of US dollars, often involving sensitive business, regulatory, and political dimensions: effectively advocating for clients in both commercial and investment arbitration under major institutional rules (e.g., ICC, SIAC, KCAB, LCIA, ICSID) and managing and leading litigation cases across Australia, Hong Kong, South Korea, New York, Connecticut, California, Kuwait, Turkey and the UAE, and other regions, navigating various legal systems and cultural nuances. Her extensive track record in securing favorable outcomes and her deep understanding of cross-border disputes have earned her recognition for innovative arguments, persuasive advocacy, and adept risk management. In addition to representing clients in cross-border disputes, Julie has counselled clients in white-collar investigations, anti-corruption due diligence and corporate compliance program development. Julie is dedicated to providing pragmatic, results-driven solutions aligned with her clients’ unique needs. Known for her client-centered approach, she collaborates closely with clients to navigate complex legal landscapes, seeking favorable outcomes whether through settlement, arbitration, or litigation. Her commitment to excellence and efficiency in dispute resolution makes her a trusted advocate in even the most challenging international disputes.Prior to joining Yulchon, Julie was a disputes attorney at a leading U.S. law firm in Singapore and an in-house counsel of a multi-national environmental and energy solution company.
- 2011 Duke University School of Law, J.D.
- 2002 Ewha Womans University, Statistics, B.S.
- 2024-present Foreign Attorney, Yulchon LLC
- 2025-present Panel of International Arbitrators, KCAB International
- 2022-2024 Corporate Counsel, SK ecoplant
- 2020-2022 Senior Foreign Attorney, Peter & Kim, Seoul
- 2017-2019 Associate, Jones Day, Singapore
- 2014-2017 Foreign Attorney, Lee & Ko
- 2013-2014 Foreign Attorney, KCL
- 2012-2013 Attorney, New York State Department of Financial Services
- 2012-2012 Law Clerk, McDermott Will & Emery, New York
- 2012 Admitted to Bar , New York
Korean, English
Awards/Recognition
- 2025-2026 Stand-out Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
Speech/Presentation
- 2021 Winning an Arbitration, KCAB International
- 2022 To-dos in International Contracts, Star Law
- 2023 Reining in Document Production: What documents are necessary to make your case, Seoul ADR Festival, SIAC
News/Publications
The Baker & McKenzie International Arbitration Yearbook 2015, Korea Chapter, Juris Publishing (co-author)(2015)
Arbitration World International Series 5th Ed, South Korea Chapter, Thomson Reuters (co-author)(2015)