South Korean law firm DR & AJU Law Group has launched a legal chatbot powered by artificial intelligence, called AI DR & AJU, which it says is the first of its kind in the country.

A new administration and policies, the end of a pandemic, and fast-changing global trends all mean that law firms in Korea have their hands full when it comes to assisting clients in a dynamic environment. Leaders of three firms weigh in on their priorities going forward, and how they are adapting to keep up with the change.  

As lawyers in Asia continue to work hard under the challenges of a sustained global pandemic, the pressure is on managing partners to guide their teams through a rapidly changing landscape.

Kyuchul Lee, managing partner of Korea’s DR & AJU, talks to ALB about why he feels the country’s legal industry is declining, his goal of getting his firm to the 100-bilion-won club, and the three key qualities he looks for in potential hires.

Korean firm DR & AJU has snapped up two shipping dispute specialists from fellow local firms: Lee Sang-bong from Hwang Mok Park and Kim Dae-uk from Barun, both partners to its maritime, shipping and aviation team.