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Energy & Natural Resources - Asia-Pacific Region
What the Team is Known For
Morrison Foerster's team in Japan acts as legal counsel to significant clients on development and financing mandates, especially for projects located in Japan, South-East Asia and further afield. Gas and LNG are areas of particular expertise, whilst the team remains active advising on renewable projects, most notably in the solar power sector. It also maintains a strong record in handling IPP bids, restructuring of joint ventures and expansion of existing projects. It has a coordinated team of both bengoshi and New York-qualified lawyers that allows for a holistic cross-border practice. Its key clients include Tokyo Gas and Sumitomo.
Notable practitioners
Dale Caldwell and Michael Graffagna in Tokyo are key contacts.