Yulchon Law Firm (CEO Kang Seok-hoon) announced on August 3 that it has hired Jo Gurae, the former Director-General of the North American Affairs Bureau at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, as a consultant to enhance its capabilities in responding to policies and trade issues related to U.S. investments.
Jo graduated from Seoul National University with a degree in political science and joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (now the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) in 1991. He has held various positions, including First Secretary at the Embassy in Israel, First Secretary at the Embassy in Russia, Director of the North Korea Nuclear Affairs Division, Director of the North American Affairs Division, Minister-Counselor at the Embassy in the U.S., Minister-Counselor at the Embassy in Pakistan, Policy Advisor to the Minister, and Counselor at the North American Affairs Bureau.
He was appointed as the Director-General of the North American Affairs Bureau in 2017 and served as the Ambassador to Tunisia in 2018. Jo also held key positions such as Director of the Planning and Coordination Office in 2023 and Director of the Foreign Affairs Strategy and Information Bureau in 2024.
With a $200 billion U.S. investment expected to be realized following the recent U.S.-Korea trade agreement, Yulchon is working to establish a 'U.S. Investment Support Task Force' to comprehensively address legal, regulatory, and policy issues arising during the investment process. Jo is expected to play a crucial role in supporting companies in developing their U.S. investment strategies and managing risks, leveraging his extensive diplomatic experience and policy expertise.
CEO Kang Seok-hoon stated, "Jo Gurae is an expert who has accumulated rich experience and expertise while handling our country's U.S. diplomacy and trade issues at the forefront for many years. We expect that his joining will enable us to provide more effective solutions to the various issues faced by companies."
Founded in 1997, Yulchon Law Firm has established a strong reputation in corporate legal affairs, taxation, and litigation. The name Yulchon means 'a village of legal professionals who gather their intentions and combine their strengths.'
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