Law Firm Sejong & Partners Announces Completion of Construction Dispute Academy 2026

Shin & Kim, a South Korean law firm led by Representative Attorney Oh Jong-han, completed its “2026 Construction and Real Estate Dispute Academy” on June 5, 2026. According to Daily NTN, the five-session series provided experts and corporate legal officers with strategies to manage rising uncertainties in construction costs and safety regulations.

The program ran from May 8, 2026, to June 5, 2026, totaling five sessions over approximately one month. The academy focused on the theoretical and practical aspects of construction and real estate disputes, offering guidance on recent trends and response measures for legal professionals and corporate representatives.

Who led the 2026 Construction and Real Estate Dispute Academy?

Ten specialists in the field of construction and real estate law served as presenters for the series. According to Daily NTN, the group of experts included Center Director Lee Dong-hee and attorneys Yoon Jae-yoon, Cho Chan-young, Kim Jae-hwang, Shin Na-ri, Kim Ji-yeon, Kim Jung-hwan, Nam Young-soo, Kim Jong-myung, and Ahn Heon-jun.

The presenters focused on delivering case-oriented content designed to improve the practical dispute-response capabilities of the participants. This approach aimed to provide a systematic explanation of major points of contention and recent case studies within the industry.

What legal issues were addressed in the sessions?

The academy focused on several high-priority areas currently affecting the construction and real estate sectors. Daily NTN reported that the curriculum specifically addressed disputes regarding construction costs and the cancellation or rescission of pre-sale contracts.

The sessions also examined the trend of imposing penalty points for poor quality and safety management at construction sites. These topics were selected to help participants navigate the tightening of safety and quality standards in the industry.

Why is there increased uncertainty in the construction sector?

The law firm’s academy was organized in response to several external economic and legal pressures. According to Daily NTN, construction sites are currently facing heightened uncertainty driven by high exchange rates and supply chain instability originating from the Middle East.

Additionally, the implementation of the “Yellow Envelope Law” has added to the legal complexities facing firms. These combined factors have led to a rise in disputes over construction costs and operational stability, prompting the need for the specialized training provided by Shin & Kim.

The firm announced the completion of the academy on June 9, 2026, noting that the case-based approach to these volatile market conditions received a strong response from the participants.