James Lee

James Lee has extensive work experience in the legal and financial sectors. James currently holds the position of Korea CEO/Managing Director at Equities First Holdings, starting in October 2020. Prior to this, they served as a Senior Attorney/Foreign Legal Consultant at Kim & Chang from January 2016 to October 2020. From April 2010 to January 2016, they worked as the Director/Korea General Counsel at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. James also has experience as a Senior Associate at Clifford Chance from May 2007 to February 2010 and as an Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates from May 2004 to May 2007. James began their legal career as an Associate at Sidley Austin LLP in August 2002 and also worked as a Summer Associate at the same firm in June and July 2001. James started their career as a Currency Trader at Hyundai International Merchant Bank from December 1996 to September 1998. James also gained experience as a Legal Intern at Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation in July and August 2000.

James Lee attended several universities throughout their education history. In 1991, they briefly studied Theology at Yonsei University. From 1992 to 1997, they obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Korea University. In 1994 and 1995, they participated in an exchange program at The University of British Columbia, studying Commerce and Business Administration. Finally, from 1999 to 2002, they attended Vanderbilt University Law School, earning a Juris Doctor degree.