Hyunjung Kim
APT# ***, New York, New York 10005
917-***-**** acwhh0@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION
University of Cincinnati College of Law Cincinnati, Ohio
Juris Doctor, May 2004
Activities
Freedom Center Journal, Dean’s Honor’s List
Admission to New York Bar, 2005
Admission to District of Columbia Bar, 2006
Active member: Association of Corporate Counsel, New York State Bar Association,
Federal Bar Council, District of Columbia Bar Association, America Bar Association
New York City Bar, New York County Lawyers Association
Seoul National University Seoul, Korea
Master of Arts in French Language, February 1999 GPA: 3.43/4.0
Bachelor of Arts in French Language, summa cum laude, February 1995 GPA: 3.39/ 4.0
Activities
French Journal “La Voix”, Articles Editor Class President 1993-1994
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
ICN GROUP CORP. New York, New York
General Counsel June 2014-present
Provides general legal advice and support on corporate governance, transactions, policies, contracts, agreements, employment matters and other areas of legal risk by:
Providing counsel concerning compliance with federal, state and other regulatory statutes
Securing and managing external legal counsel and firm relationships for specialty requirements
Partnering with senior management to provide strategic legal expertise to support Company initiatives
Providing knowledge and support to the Company's different business segments to enable operations within company and legal guidelines
Providing review and guidance on employment or other corporate policies
Anticipating issues and estimating risks strategically as well as identifying proactive solutions that will eliminate or mitigate risks
Monitoring and resolving disputes that may lead to litigation
Representing the company in litigations, administrative hearings, arbitrations and/or settlement discussions
Keeping abreast of legislative changes
Develops and delivers on overall contract strategies and provides oversight of all Company contracts by:
Managing the contracts deliverables and team
Evaluating, negotiating and executing contracts including strategic, partnership, customer and supplier transactions (e.g., amendments, non-disclosure agreements, master service agreements, etc.)
Provides guidance and review of general terms and conditions of agreements (e.g., employment, confidentiality, non-compete, non-disclosure, contractor or consulting agreements)
Reviewing contract terms and conditions and to assure compliance with company policies
Working with finance department to assure that key stakeholders recognize accounting implications of various contract terms and conditions
Participating in pricing discussions and negotiation of contract terms and conditions as needed
Assists with mergers and acquisitions by:
Participating in the due diligence process
Preparing applicable documentation such as asset agreements, closing transaction agreements, etc.
Ensuring that all legal documents conform to all the relevant rules and regulations, both federal and state
Identifying significant issues and proposing strategies to limit risk
Participating in negotiations and structuring financing arrangements as needed
jWIN Electronics Corp. Port Washington, New York
General Counsel June 2006- May 2014
Trademark and Patent registration in CANADA. Work closely with inventors to prepare patent documentation for U.S. and Foreign submission. Prosecute as required to protect intellectual property. Counsel CEO on a broad range of business, patent, due diligence, patent-opinion work and other intellectual property matters. Deal with trademark registration, disputes, domain names, and rights of privacy (International trademark and patent related affairs) Review patent litigation documents involving International Trade Commission (ITC). Draft and negotiate commercial real estate leases and trademark licensing agreements.
Create and negotiate contracts of all types. Prepare and review all legal documents. Represent the Corporation and affiliates before all legal entities, including governmental and regulatory agencies, courts and arbitration bodies. Assist the Corporation in the development of its business and policy initiatives. Manage several outside counsel relationships, deal with prospective litigation. Provide guidance regarding corporate governance, board of director and organizational matters and advise regarding affiliate transactions.
Sullivan & Cromwell LLP New York, New York
Contract Attorney April, 2006- May, 2006
Reviewed French legal and financial documents involving international commercial litigation
Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP New York, New York
Contract Attorney February, 2006-March, 2006
Reviewed French legal and financial documents involving shareholders’ derivative lawsuit
The Brualdi Law Firm New York, New York
Associate Attorney April, 2005-January, 2006
Conducted complex research and writing on all manner of corporate derivative suits as well as class action litigation in the securities and antitrust. The legal issues included 1933 Act, 1934 Act, 40 Act and NYSE reporting and compliance issues, preparation and filing of registration statements and Forms 10-Q, 10-K, 8-K, Forms 3, 4 and 5. Reviewed compliance documents for NASDAQ, SEC and other governmental entities for privilege and confidentiality. Drafted complaints and briefs and prepare deposition.
Analyzed on Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, NASDAQ rules and regulations as well as corporate governance issues, including compliance with SOX, NYSE requirements and ISS guidelines; M&A transactions, public disclosure issues.
Hopkins County 4th judicial circuit, Kentucky Court of Justice Madisonville, Kentucky
The Honorable Charles W. Boteler June, 2004-March, 2005
Judicial Clerk
Conducted legal research, evaluate motions, offer opinions on domestic relations, civil and criminal cases. Drafted bench briefs, judicial orders and opinions for Hon. Charles W. Boteler.
LANGUAGES & INTERESTS
Fluent in French, German and Korean. Able to read and write Chinese.
Swimming and Playing Korean flute.