JIPYONG LLC

Korean Attorney

Yong Woo SHIN

TEL +82-2-6200-1974
FAX +82-2-6200-0823
E-MAIL ywshin@jipyong.com

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Mr. Yong Woo Shin handles a wide variety of ICT and intellectual property cases. Mr. Shin has extensive experience and expertise in personal information/data, ICT restrictions, broadcasting communications, digital finance, patent, copyright, and information protection.

Mr. Shin received a B.S. and a M.S. in computer engineering from Pohang University of Science & Technology and engaged in research and development in the ICT field. After passing the bar, he represented clients in consultations and litigation related to ICT and intellectual property. Before joining Jipyong, Mr. Shin worked for the executive and legislative branches, leading enactment of policies and laws.

Education Close

2021Seoul National University School of Law (Ph.D. Candidate)
2012Sungkyunkwan University School of Law (J.D.)
2000Pohang University of Science & Technology (M.S. in Computer Science and Engineering)
1998Pohang University of Science & Technology (B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering)

Experience Close

2021-PresentJIPYONG LLC
2024-PresentMember, Special Committee for Responding to Artificial Intelligence and Legal Tech, Seoul Bar Association
2022-PresentArbitrator, Korean Commercial Arbitration Board
2022-PresentOutside Member, Privacy Policy and User Protection Committee, Daangn Market Inc.
2021-PresentDirector, Korea Data Law and Policy Society
2018-PresentDirector, Association for Artificial Intelligence and Law
2024Member, the Forum for Copyright of News Articles in the Era of AI, Korea Press Foundation
2021-2023Member, Resident Registration Number Change Commission
2021Member, Advisory Committee, Gyeonggi-do Data Sovereignty International Forum
2021Member, Advertisement Industry Promotion Consultative Group
2018-2021Legislative Researcher, National Assembly Research Service (NARS)(in charge of AI, Blockchain, Personal Data and ICT Legislative Policy)
2016-2018Deputy Director, Ministry of Science and ICT(in charge of AI and Internet Platform Policies)
2013-2015Associate, LAW FIRM MIN
2012Policy Advisor, Culture, Sports and Tourism, Broadcasting and Communications Committee, National Assembly
2000-2009Deputy General Manager, LG Electronics Inc.

Notable Achievements Close

[Personal Information, Data, and AI]

Conducted research on AI ethics and the regulatory system of copyright, National Assembly Research Service
Advised clothing company E on legal issues related to the use of AI models
Participated in AI company deregulation consulting support project, Artificial Intelligence Industry Cluster Agency
Participated in deregulation consulting support project, Artificial Intelligence Industry Cluster Agency
Advised National IT Industry Promotion Agency on surveillance camera footage data utilization for AI

Honors and Recognitions Close

2022-2024Leading Lawyer in TMT Practice, Legal Times

Speaking Engagements and Publications Close

[Reports]

2020Policy Strategies to Promote Data Economy, NARS
2020Current Situation and Challenges of ICT in Promoting Contactless Economy, NARS
2020Current Situation of the EU Convention on Cybercrime and Korea’s legislative and Policy Response Strategies, NARS
2020Measures to Improve Correction Report and Objection Report Based on Changes in Media Environment, NARS
2020Increased Protection of Personal Information in California, U.S., NARS
2019Current Situation and Outlook for Legislation Related to Artificial Intelligence, NARS
2019Increased Protection of Personal Information in European Countries, NARS
2019Issues and Challenges on Legislation of Personal Information Protection in the Era of Data Economy, NARS
2019Current Situation and Challenges on the Policy Banning Access to https sites, NARS
2018Current Situation of Blockchain and Challenges for the Development of Blockchain Industry, NARS

[Publications]

2021Sharing Economy and Laws (co-translator), Parkyoungsa
2020Blockchain and DeFi Revolution by “Homo Smartphonicus” (co-author), Book Star
2019Blockchain and Law (co-author), Parkyoungsa