弁護士 (コンサルタント)
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James has 15 years’ experience as a corporate and financial services lawyer, working in range of legal roles in the private and public sectors. His focus is on providing legal advice and support that help to add value to clients’ businesses. Prior to joining H & H Lawyers, James worked at the law firms Buddle Findlay (Auckland) and Hesketh Henry (Auckland), and as a lawyer at the New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority (FMA), where his role included advising on the development and implementation of updated financial markets (securities) law, advising on the use of regulatory powers and engaging with market participants. James is also the Director, International at the College of Law Australia and was an adjunct lecturer at the College of Law (Australia & NZ) and at AUT University (Auckland). He is an Officer of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) and a Regional Governor (Australia) of the International Association of Korean Lawyers (IAKL).
Experience
Advised on complex financial markets regulation for financial institutions.
Advised on complex cross-border transactions across multiple industries.
Advised on company structuring and regulatory aspects of investing in Australia and New Zealand for both listed and non-listed South Korean companies.
Advised listed and non-listed foreign companies on acquisitions and sales of major companies and business assets in Australia and New Zealand.
Acted as independent legal advisor for a KRX listed company on acquisitions and disposal of interests in Australian companies and businesses.
Education
Master of Laws (Hons), University of Auckland
Bachelor of Laws, University of Auckland
Master of Arts (Hons), University of Auckland
Bachelor of Arts, University of Auckland
Qualifications
Legal Practitioner, Supreme Court of New South Wales
Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand
Chartered Company Secretary, Chartered Governance Institute NZ
Chartered Governance Professional, Chartered Governance Institute NZ
Overseas Arbitrator, Qingdao Arbitration Commission
Membership
Officer and Chair, Publications Committee, Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA)
Regional Governor - Australia, International Association of Korean Lawyers (IAKL)
International Bar Association (IBA)
International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA)
LAWASIA
The Law Society of New South Wales
Asian Australian Lawyers Association
National Environmental Law Association
Languages
英語
/韓国語
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2026年3月9日
Global Connections in New Delhi: H & H Lawyers at the IPBA Conference
Representing H & H Lawyers, John Kim, Tin-Lok Shea and James Jung attended the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) Conference in New Delhi. The Pullman in New Delhi’s Aerocity provided the perfect backdrop to engage in discussions about “The Future of Law: Agility, Creativity & Change” – exploring how artificial intelligence, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and evolving cross-border investment regimes are reshaping legal practice. James was officially appointed as IPBA President-Elect ahead of the 2027 IPBA Conference in Sydney.
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2026年2月11日
H & H Lawyers Joins Legus International Network of Law Firms
We are pleased to announce that H & H Lawyers has joined Legus International Network of Law Firms, a premier global network of leading independent law firms. With offices in Sydney and Melbourne and over 30 years of experience, our firm is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive cross-border legal solutions. Our membership in this elite network significantly enhances our dual-direction capabilities: - Inbound: Serving as a sophisticated bridge for global companies and international law firms navigating the Australian legal and commercial landscape.
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2025年12月24日
H & H Lawyers Hosts Vietnam Electricity Delegation to Discuss ESG and Australia’s Net Zero Framework
In December 2025, we had the privilege of hosting a delegation of senior lawyers from Vietnam Electricity (EVN) and its subsidiaries. The visit provided an important opportunity to discuss the changing landscape of inbound investment into Australia, particularly as ESG frameworks increasingly shape global capital decisions. Our James Jung, Dr Paul Govind and Kenneth Hong led focused discussions on the legal and regulatory requirements for international entrants in Australia's "Net Zero" era.
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2025年10月3日
H&H Lawyers at the 32nd IAKL Annual Conference in Seoul
We are pleased to share highlights from our recent participation at the 32nd Annual Conference of the International Association of Korean Lawyers (IAKL), held at Korea University in Seoul last week. Our lawyers - Ken Hong, John Kim, James Jung, Bella Cho, and Laura Oh - attended this global gathering of legal professionals. Two of our colleagues were invited to speak: We are especially proud to announce that our Managing Partner, Ken Hong received the Moon In Gu Award at the Gala Dinner.
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2025年5月5日
H & H Lawyers' Leadership Recognised at the IPBA Annual Conference in Chicago
A group of delegates from our firm, namely, James Jung, Tin-Lok Shea, John Kim, and MARTIN POLAINE, FCIArb FAIADR, recently attended the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) Annual Conference in Chicago. The IPBA community has always been a collegiate and engaged group, and this year was no exception – the conference was a great opportunity to reconnect with familiar faces, exchange ideas, and build new connections across jurisdictions. The energy of the host city was on full display, from incisive keynote speeches and thoughtful panel discussions to a standout welcome reception at Wrigley Field, where the Cubs edged out the Dodgers (much to the disappointment of many Shohei Ohtani fans in attendance). We are proud to share that James Jung was announced as the Vice-President of the IPBA, with the 2027 conference planned to be hosted in Sydney (where he will officially become President).
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2024年4月8日
H & H Lawyers welcomes James Jung
We are pleased to announce appointment of James Jung as special counsel. James has 15 years’ experience as a corporate and financial services lawyer working at large law firms and the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) in New Zealand. Currently, he is the Director, International at the College of Law Australia as well as an Officer of the Inter-Pacific Bar Association (IPBA) and a Regional Governor (Australia) of the International Association of Korean Lawyers (IAKL). We look forward further expanding and strengthening our network and expertise for the benefit of our local and international clients with James’ joining.