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Morrison & Foerster has the most active M&A practice of any international firm in Japan, with over 50 lawyers who are principally engaged in cross-border M&A. Our attorneys have extensive experience in representing both Japanese and non-Japanese companies in a broad range of transactions, including public and private acquisitions, complex carve-outs and divisional spin-offs, and the formation of strategic alliances and joint ventures, both in Japan and around the world. We have been involved in many of Japan’s most significant M&A transactions and our experience spans numerous industries, including technology, telecommunications, and life sciences.

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What the Team is Known For

Morrison Foerster maintains its leading market position with substantial expertise in big-ticket cross-border M&A transactions. The firm acts for an enviable client roster that includes some of the world's largest conglomerates and private investment funds. It is widely admired for its ability in serving leading domestic pharmaceutical and TMT corporations in strategic acquisitions, joint ventures and business alliances. The team is skilled in working jointly with domestic counsel in supporting foreign clients on inbound transactions.

Work Highlights

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  • Morrison Foerster advised the board of directors and the Transaction Special Committee of Toshiba regarding the UDS15.2 billion tender offer proposal by Japan Industrial Partners to acquire all of Toshiba’s common shares.

Strengths

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Morrison Foerster have a strong team in Japan but also seamless access to their global team as necessary.

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Morrison Foerster have top-notch lawyers and provide high case-handling ability and high-quality service.

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MoFo have sufficient knowledge and expertise to provide us with effective advice and assistance in connection with complex and sensitive matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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Gary Smith
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Gary Smith
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Gary Smith is a prestigious figure in the market and remains highly regarded by both peers and clients. He is particularly active on M&A transactions involving life sciences and technology clients.

Gary Smith's understanding of the customer's business and needs is extremely high, and he always provides satisfactory service.

Gary Smith's wide range of knowledge and high level of Japanese language proficiency are rare, and he provides a tailor-made service for the client.

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Ken Siegel
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Ken Siegel
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Ken Siegel is a highly regarded practitioner with extensive experience and expertise in high-profile transactions. He is a frequent adviser on some of the largest M&A transactions in the market.

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Jeremy White
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Jeremy White
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Jeremy White is active on the sale and acquisition of equity and shares and is also experienced in joint venture and private equity matters.

He is a leading lawyer for international M&A transactions.

Jeremy is a strong lawyer who can deliver MoFo’s global capabilities as necessary.

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Randy Laxer
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Randy Laxer
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Randy Laxer has more than two decades of experience advising on cross-border transactions and is regularly involved in major joint ventures and acquisitions. His clients include large corporates and global private equity firms.

Randy Laxer provides very quick responses and his service is very high-level and reliable.

Randy has provided great expertise and perspective to our projects and facilitated the completion of our deals.

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Stanley M Yukevich
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Stanley M Yukevich
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Stanley Yukevich acts on a range of matters including acquisitions and business partnerships. His practice has a particular focus on transactions in the technology sector.

Stanley Yukevich has a very good understanding of the business and understands the needs of his client well.

Stanley Yukevich's attention to detail and foresight based on experience have helped us build documentation that has protected our interests in multiple scenarios, leading to ultimate success.

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Stephen J DeCosse
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Stephen J DeCosse
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Stephen DeCosse is an active M&A practitioner at the Morrison Foerster Tokyo office advising on public and private cross-border M&A transactions.
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Gary Smith
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Gary Smith
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Ken Siegel
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Ken Siegel
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Jeremy White
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Jeremy White
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Randy Laxer
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Randy Laxer
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Stanley M Yukevich
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Stanley M Yukevich
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Stephen J DeCosse
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Stephen J DeCosse
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