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

2024Seoul National University, Graduate School of Law (completed, the Financial Law Program (Digital Finance))
2021Seoul National University, Graduate School of Law (Ph.D., coursework completed, Candidate)
2012Sungkyunkwan University, Graduate 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
2024-PresentMember, Personal Information Protection Level Assessment Committee
2023-PresentMember, IT Information Security Advisory Committee, Korea Securities Depository
2023-PresentDirector, Korean Society of Personal Information Protection Law
2023-PresentMember, Administrative Appeals Commission, Korea Communications Commission
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
2024Member, Public-Private Consultative Body for Regulation & Innovation in Robot Industry
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]

Advised and represented H Liquor Company in response to a personal information breach incident and regulatory authority investigation
Researched the regulatory framework of AI ethics and the regulatory framework of copyrights for the National Assembly Research Service
Advised E Apparel Company on legal issues related to the use of AI models
Advised and represented D Company in response to a personal information breach incident and regulatory authority investigation with regard to lottery business
Represented I Company, a job market information provider, in a lawsuit to revoke an administrative fine imposed for a personal information breach incident
Advised on responding to a personal information breach incident at Korea Employment Information Service
Represented K Insurance Company and secured a decision not to prosecute in a criminal case involving a violation of the Personal Information Protection Act
Provided consulting support services to the Artificial Intelligence Industry Cluster Agency for the alleviation of regulations on AI companies
Conducted research on the Framework Act on Digital Society as requested by the Ministry of Science and ICT
Advised and represented M Company, an e-publisher, in response to a personal information breach incident and regulatory authority investigation
Advised on AI utilization of CCTV video data for the National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA)
Conducted comprehensive survey and analysis of laws hindering data opening and utilization for the Presidential Committee on the Fourth Industrial Revolution

[Virtual Assets, Blockchain, Information Protection]

Provided research service on global expansion strategies and regulatory innovation for blockchain proliferation to the National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA)
Provided research service on legalizing standards for utilizing identification linkage information to the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA)
Reviewed the security token status of a gaming company W’s tokens
Reviewed whether a platform company L’s activities constitute cryptocurrency trading and brokerage
Consulted a medical device company I on trade secret designation and management strategies
Provided research service on the screening system for certification of Cyber Security Management System (CSMS) for automobiles
Advised T company on Copyright Law and Unfair Competition Prevention Act regarding corporate data breaches
Advised E company on legal issues during data crawling
Provided research service on legal and institutional improvements for NFT regulation and blockchain promotion for the National IT Industry Promotion Agency (NIPA)

[Intellectual Property Rights, Software, R&D]

Provided research service on reorganization of future-oriented design industry laws and regulations to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy
Won a patent invalidation trial for M, a medical device company, representing them regarding AI-powered ultrasound scanning
Conducted a regulatory sandbox consulting support project for the Korea Innovation Foundation
Won a lawsuit claiming payment of software service fees representing Korea Securities Depository
Won a preliminary non-compete injunction case for S, a medical device company
Secured an acquittal verdict in a criminal case of trade secret leakage, etc., representing a foreign national S
Provided consulting service for reorganization/refinement of institutional regulations/rules for the Korea Institute of S&T Evaluation and Planning (KISTEP)

Honors and Recognitions Close

2022-2024Leading Lawyer in TMT Practice, Legal Times
2023Minister of the Interior and Safety's Commendation(contribution to the operation of the Resident Registration and Seal (Signature Verification) System)

Speaking Engagements and Publications Close

[Reports]

2023Copyright Issues and Response Strategies Related to Generative AI, KCISA
2021Legal System Trends and Implications in the Cultural Sector Related to Digital Transformation, KCISA
2021Issues and Challenges of AI Utilization Examined through 'Iruda', 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]

2023Understanding and Responding to the National Assembly’s Legislative Procedures (Co-author), Pakyoungsa
2022Selection of Personal Information Precedents (Co-author), Pakyoungsa
2022Annotated Act on Reporting and Using Specified Financial Transaction Information (Co-author), Pakyoungsa
2021Sharing Economy and Laws (Co-translator), Parkyoungsa
2020Blockchain and DeFi Revolution by “Homo Smartphonicus” (Co-author), Book Star
2019Blockchain and Law (Co-author), Parkyoungsa