Dispute resolution boutique Rosetta Legal was established in late 2017 by Young Seok Lee, the former international dispute resolution practice leader at Yulchon. The firm specialises in domestic and international arbitration spanning all industry sectors. Since its inception, the firm has served as counsel in 13 arbitration cases. Lee is a member of both the ICC Korea international arbitration committee and the executive committee of the Korean Arbitrators Association. In the past he has served as chair of the Korean Council for International Arbitration, secretary-general of the Seoul International Dispute Resolution Center, and chair for the Korea International Trade Association.
Work highlights
Represented Chubb Insurance Australia, Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, TT Club, and Pusan New Port in ongoing multi-jurisdictional proceedings arising from the allision of M/V Milano Bridge with a Pusan container terminal. The case, valued at over $100 million, involves complex liability determination and limitation proceedings in Korea, Japan and Hong Kong. This landmark case highlights the complexities of parallel proceedings and the application of the forum non conveniens doctrine in international maritime disputes.
Key clients
AIG, Mirae Construction, Supportec