IHCF and KICA to Host International Women’s Day Seminar in Seoul

The In-House Counsel Forum (IHCF) and the Korea In-House Counsel Association (KICA) will co-host a seminar celebrating International Women’s Day on March 6, 2026, in Seoul. The event, titled “Together, We Rise,” will focus on career and wellness for female professionals in the legal field. IHCF and KICA are partnering with the Korean Commercial Arbitration Board’s International Arbitration Center’s Women’s Interest Committee and the Korean Women Lawyers Association for this event.

Seminar Focus and Themes

The seminar will explore key themes relevant to the professional lives of women in law, including sustainable growth, work-life balance, career development, and identity. Discussions will draw upon the experiences of women actively working across the legal profession.

Speakers and Panelists

The program will include remarks from representatives of the host organizations, followed by a panel discussion featuring prominent in-house counsel and private practitioners. Confirmed speakers include:

• Kum Sun Kim, Senior Corporate Counsel at Microsoft Korea
• Hyo Jung Yun, General Counsel at Kyndryl Korea
• Dana Kim, Partner at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
• Jinhee Kim, Senior Foreign Attorney at Jipyong
• Su Hyun Kim, Senior Attorney at Stand Against Child Sexual Exploitation

Registration Information

The seminar is open to in-house counsel and members of relevant legal organizations. Registration is open until March 5, 2026. Interested individuals can find more details and register through the IHCF and KICA websites.

Background on IHCF and KICA

The IHCF and KICA are leading organizations representing the in-house counsel community in Korea. They provide a network and resources for in-house legal professionals in the region.