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Banking & Finance: Domestic - Japan

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What the Team is Known For

Morrison Foerster is frequently instructed by Japanese banks on cross-border transactions, including on acquisition finance. The team demonstrates notable strength in banking regulatory work and counts a roster of major banks among its clients. The law firm often acts on transactions in the technology, life sciences and energy sectors and is also able to advise clients in the fintech space on issues involving blockchain technology.

Work Highlights

  • Morrison Foerster advised CLS Bank International across all areas of Japanese law and regulation, especially on the finality and enforceability of international settlement transactions in the event of the bankruptcy of a major Japanese financial institution.

Strengths

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As a mezzanine counsel, they have the best experience and achievements in Japan.

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Morrison Foerster provides an accurate opinion on our query at the beginning, and we can proceed with the project based on it. We are very grateful for that.

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Notable Practitioners

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Keiko Yamazaki
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Keiko Yamazaki
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Keiko Yamazaki acts for both lenders and borrowers, routinely representing clients in acquisition and mezzanine financing mandates.

Keiko Yamazaki responds courteously to any request and provides flexible advice based on the client's position.

Keiko Yamazaki's response is fast, complex consultation matters are carefully organised, and the balance between the legal and the pragmatic considerations for the completion of the case is excellent.

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Reiko Omachi
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Band 2

Reiko Omachi is noted for her expertise in Japanese financial services regulation. She adeptly handles cross-border matters for major financial institutions and stock exchanges.

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Keiko Yamazaki
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Keiko Yamazaki
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Reiko Omachi
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