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So Hyun Park

So Hyun Park

London,City of London

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Academic Tutor

Self-Employed
10.2019 - Current
  • Tutored over 120 students, improving grades in English, History, and Writing.
  • Maintained strong communication with parents and students, tailored lesson plans, and provided university admissions guidance.

Work Experience

A&O Shearman
London, City of London
03.2025 - 03.2025
  • Reviewed a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for A&O Shearman’s client, Exponent, under supervision.
  • Analysed the client's specific requirements and commercial priorities to assess alignment with the proposed NDA draft.
  • Identified discrepancies between the draft and client expectations and proposed amendments to reflect the client’s strategic interests better.
  • Gained insight into how confidentiality agreements are tailored to meet commercial and legal objectives in the context of M&A transactions.

Public Legal Education for Start-Ups Student

qLegal
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Led legal workshops on emerging technologies, including AI chatbot and gaming.
  • Addressed legal and ethical issues like data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity.
  • Simplified complex tech laws (e.g., copyright, Computer Misuse Act) in collaboration with Covington & Burling solicitors.

Virtual Internship

Virtual
09.2020 - 11.2024
  • Slaughter and May | Commercial Law
  • Ashurst | Intellectual Property & Competition
  • Norton Rose Fulbright | Law
  • A&O Shearman | Technology and M&A Law
  • Clifford Chance | Business and Human Rights, Community & Pro Bono

Virtual Insights and Events

Virtual
09.2020 - 11.2024
  • AI, business and the law — with Osborne Clark
  • The Legal Cheek October UK Virtual Law Fair 2024
  • COPA v Wright: The Bitcoin Case with Bird & Bird
  • AI and the future of legal practice with Norton Rose Fulbright

Legal Assistant

BDS Co., Ltd
Seongnam-si, South Korea
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Represented client interests in meetings with partners like Shanghai Diesel Engine (SDEC).
  • Secured contract renewal amidst ongoing litigation.
  • Supported legal actions on defamation, breach of trust, and embezzlement cases.
  • Streamlined recruitment and improved stakeholder communication using personal network.
  • Developed a brochure to emphasise operational stability and reassure partners.
  • Drafted legal documents and advised clients on contract law and risk reduction strategies.

IP specialist

Marqvision Inc.
Seoul, South Korea
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisted with IP protections for global brands like Louis Vuitton and Acne Studios.
  • Drafted legal arguments against online marketplace infringements.
  • Developed tailored legal strategies across jurisdictions (U.S., China, Thailand).
  • Conducted manual case reviews to correct AI errors and enhance algorithm accuracy.
  • Addressed marketplace rejections, identifying procedural gaps and crafting successful arguments.

Academic Instructor

SV Prep
Yeoui-do, Seoul, South Korea
11.2021 - 03.2023
  • Delivered IB History lectures, simplifying complex topics with clear communication.
  • Enhanced public speaking skills through engaging presentations of historical concepts.
  • Tailored lessons to individual learning styles, ensuring personalized academic support.
  • Improved program effectiveness through ongoing research and feedback.

Event Organiser

SKINN
Seoul, South Korea
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Managed high-pressure tasks, including orders, payments, and inventory, ensuring efficient service.
  • Strengthened communication skills through customer interaction and conflict resolution.
  • Led a profitable event (£8,500), demonstrating leadership, planning, and financial management.
  • Created bespoke cocktail recipes, delivering tailored and unique customer experiences.

Legal Assistant

Bo Sung Corporation
Seongnam-si, Kyeonggi-do, South Korea
01.2019 - 06.2020
  • Translated and reviewed critical legal documents to identify potential legal risks.
  • Supported an M&A project in high-risk regions, focusing on human rights compliance.
  • Conducted due diligence on human rights and commercial regulations to ensure ethical standards.
  • Contributed to project success through detailed research and legal analysis.

Student Reporter

Korea Herald
Online, Online
11.2016 - 06.2017
  • Authored articles on cultural influences in academics and extra-curricular.
  • Investigated and reported current events with accuracy and timeliness.
  • Contributed story ideas and insights during editorial meetings.
  • Produced well-researched, deadline-driven articles.

Pro-bono Legal Advisor and Interpreter

Jeju Immigration Office
Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
05.2017 - 05.2017
  • Identified unfair labour contracts and insufficient protections for refugees.
  • Supported refugees through complex visa processes.
  • Served as the sole English-Korean pro bono legal assistant and interpreter at Jeju Immigration Centre.
  • Founded a non-profit to bridge cultural gaps and provide educational resources for refugee integration.

Education

LLM Intellectual Property Law - Law

Queen Mary University of London
London
09.2024 -

LLB - Law

King's College London
London
09.2020 - 10.2023

High School Diploma - International Baccalaureate Diploma

Branksome Hall Asia
South Korea
09.2015 - 05.2018

Timeline

Work Experience

A&O Shearman
03.2025 - 03.2025

Public Legal Education for Start-Ups Student

qLegal
10.2024 - 11.2024

LLM Intellectual Property Law - Law

Queen Mary University of London
09.2024 -

Legal Assistant

BDS Co., Ltd
07.2024 - 10.2024

IP specialist

Marqvision Inc.
03.2024 - 05.2024

Event Organiser

SKINN
06.2022 - 08.2022

Academic Instructor

SV Prep
11.2021 - 03.2023

Virtual Internship

Virtual
09.2020 - 11.2024

Virtual Insights and Events

Virtual
09.2020 - 11.2024

LLB - Law

King's College London
09.2020 - 10.2023

Academic Tutor

Self-Employed
10.2019 - Current

Legal Assistant

Bo Sung Corporation
01.2019 - 06.2020

Pro-bono Legal Advisor and Interpreter

Jeju Immigration Office
05.2017 - 05.2017

Student Reporter

Korea Herald
11.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma - International Baccalaureate Diploma

Branksome Hall Asia
09.2015 - 05.2018
So Hyun Park