Davis Polk Advises Polo Ralph Lauren on Its Assumption of Direct Control of Distribution in South Korea

Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP is advising Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation on its agreement to assume direct control of its wholesale and retail distribution in South Korea from its licensee, Doosan Corporation, beginning January 1, 2011. Doosan Corporation currently distributes Polo Ralph Lauren product through approximately 175 shop-in-shops and five freestanding locations throughout South Korea.

Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation is a leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in four categories: apparel, home, accessories and fragrances. The company’s brand names include Polo by Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren Collection, Black Label, Blue Label, Lauren by Ralph Lauren, RRL, RLX, Rugby, Ralph Lauren Childrenswear, American Living, Chaps and Club Monaco.

The Davis Polk corporate team includes partner David L. Caplan and associate David M. Hutchins. The tax team includes partner Michael Mollerus and associate Anthony L. Oliva (not yet admitted). Partner Edmond T. FitzGerald is providing benefits advice. All members of the Davis Polk team are based in the New York office.

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