Projects & Energy: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 3
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Latham & Watkins' lawyers in Japan have extensive experience advising on the financing of headline power, mining and LNG projects across South-East Asia, Australia and further afield. The team notably represents sponsors and lenders, and is also experienced in acting for government bodies and state-owned enterprises. The firm has pronounced expertise in power projects in Indonesia and the Philippines, and is well versed in tackling mandates requiring novel structuring elements.
Stephen McWilliams is a key point of contact for clients.
Work Highlights
- Latham & Watkins advised the export credit agencies and lenders on the project development and financing of the proposed Papua LNG Project in Papua New Guinea.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Latham & Watkins has some highly experienced people, and each lawyer provides their knowledge and expertise."
"Latham & Watkins' Asia-Pacific team has depth and breadth and, on very large transactions, is able to mobilise top-tier practitioners from their global network to assist them."
"Latham & Watkins has some highly experienced people, and each lawyer provides their knowledge and expertise."
"Latham & Watkins' Asia-Pacific team has depth and breadth and, on very large transactions, is able to mobilise top-tier practitioners from their global network to assist them."