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Corporate/M&A: Domestic

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan

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Corporate/M&A: Domestic - Japan

Band 5

What the Team is Known For

Linklaters is sought out by multinationals for its cross-border capabilities and prowess in partial and full acquisitions as well as divestitures. The firm is also engaged in corporate (re)organisations including joint venture and strategic partnership transactions. The team is noted for its activity relating to sectors such as private equity and finance including asset management and insurance and is well versed in navigating complex regulatory environment in that space.

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Work Highlights

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  • Linklaters advised on Meiji Yasuda’s 100% acquisition of Legal & General America and its US protection and pension risk transfer (PRT) business from Legal & General Group, coupled with an approximate 5% minority investment in the seller and creation of a long-term strategic partnership regarding the US PRT and asset management businesses.

  • Linklaters Tokyo advised Dai-ichi Life on its long-term strategic partnership with UK investment manager M&G, coupled with a proposed acquisition of approximately 15% stake in M&G.

Strengths

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  • Linklaters has strong English law and Japanese law practices in one office in Tokyo with expertise across a range of areas.

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  • The firm has rich experience in the insurance industry in general with an insurance dedicated partner. It also has a team which can drive forward M&A negotiations both in the UK and Japan.

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  • Their strengths are deep understanding of our needs and the Japan market.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Tracy Whiriskey
    Tracy Whiriskey

    Tracy Whiriskey

    Tracy Whiriskey leverages her expertise in corporate law to advise on mergers, acquisitions and joint venture deals. She regularly counsels on outbound and inbound deals for clients operating across a range of sectors such as energy, technology and insurance.

    • Tracy has excellent negotiation skills and project execution skills.

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    • When Tracy is on your side, you know you have someone who will fight for you. She's smart, organised and driven.

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  • Yoshiyuki Asaoka
    Yoshiyuki Asaoka

    Yoshiyuki Asaoka

    Yoshiyuki Asaoka is an M&A lawyer with significant experience in notable domestic and cross-border transactions, adeptly advising foreign private equity funds, and financial institutions and insurers.

    • Yoshi is excellent. He is very diligent and responsive.

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    • He is commercial and responsive, and knows the area and our needs very well. So, his advice is good and practical.

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    • He quickly understands the commercial strategy of the client and their objectives and advises on that.

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