Jackson Lewis Strengthens International Employment Group With Addition of Jean Kim
ATLANTA, GA (January 14, 2025) Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Jean Kim has joined its Atlanta office as a principal. A member of the firm’s International Employment group, Jean brings a wealth of experience in cross-border and global employment matters. She has advised clients on international labor, employment and immigration issues for both outbound and inbound operations. Jean's addition helps expand Jackson Lewis' International Employment team, given her current practice and experience in this area.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jean to our International Employment group,” said Minnie Fu and John L. Sander, group co-leaders, in a joint statement. “Her knowledge in managing complex, cross-border employment matters and her deep experience working with global clients will be invaluable as we continue to grow our international capabilities. Jean’s addition strengthens our team’s ability to address the diverse and evolving challenges that employers face in today’s global marketplace, and we are confident she will play a pivotal role in expanding our international footprint and delivering exceptional value to our clients.”
Jean’s practice focuses on cross-border employment law matters, helping employers navigate challenges in the global economy. She works closely with clients to develop practical, business-focused strategies for a range of global issues, including onboarding, structuring compensation, managing performance, conducting transactional due diligence, integrating workforces post-transaction and implementing reductions in force. Jean supports clients in developing global and country-specific contracts, handbooks and policies, provides guidance on protecting proprietary information and ensuring data privacy, and creates tailored global mobility programs. She also assists clients with cross-border immigration risks, oversees litigation strategies, assists in resolving international employment disputes, conducts cross-border investigations and supports M&A workforce integration efforts.
Jackson Lewis’ International Employment group combines cross-disciplinary experience and nuanced know-how across 100+ countries to effectively and efficiently confront the cross-border labor and employment challenges that can arise in diverse business contexts. Whether managing globally mobile workforces or navigating increasingly rigorous employee protections, clients rely on the firm’s integrated approach and responsive awareness to minimize the impact of the international multijurisdictional patchwork of regulations on their business maximization efforts.
Jackson Lewis is also a founding member of L&E Global, a top-rated global alliance of premier employer counsel firms that provides comprehensive, business-focused advice on employment law matters. Spanning six continents, the alliance comprises more than 1,750 legal professionals who partner with corporate executives, legal teams and human resources departments across diverse industries to address strategic and operational workplace challenges.
“Jean’s arrival in our Atlanta office boosts our ability to support clients with global operations,” said Justin R. Barnes, managing principal of Jackson Lewis’ Atlanta office. “Her knowledge of international employment law will help our clients navigate the complexities of cross-border employment issues and demonstrates our commitment to providing effective, responsive service to businesses with an increasingly global workforce.”
Jean serves on the board of the Korean American Bar Association of Georgia and is the secretary and executive board member of the Southeast U.S. Korean Chamber of Commerce. She is also a member of the National Asian Pacific American Bar Association, the South Carolina Bar Association and the Clemson University Alumni Association.
Jean earned her J.D. from the Charleston School of Law and her B.S. from Clemson University.
Jackson Lewis’ Atlanta office can be reached at (404) 525-8200.
About Jackson Lewis
Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.
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