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Corporate/M&A: Domestic - Japan
What the Team is Known For
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates has longstanding expertise in tackling international M&A work on behalf of sellers and buyers. The firm is recognised for its notable activity in structuring joint ventures on behalf of major Japanese corporations and acts for both individual investors and investor consortiums on private equity-led M&A. The firm leverages its extensive international network on complex cross-border acquisitions involving Japanese companies.
Work Highlights
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom advised Otsuka Pharmaceutical in its acquisition of Jnana Therapeutics for USD800 million upfront and up to USD325 million in future milestone payments.
Notable practitioners
Mitsuhiro Kamiya remains a well-regarded practitioner in M&A matters. He has experience representing international and domestic clients.