Chambers Review

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Projects & Energy: International - Japan
2
Band 2
What the team is known for

White & Case's legal team in Japan earns praise for its deep knowledge of LNG and logistics. The team attracts instructions on the development of major transport infrastructure and energy projects across the Asia-Pacific region and further afield, including in Africa, and also offers experience in the renewables sphere, especially on solar development. The firm's client base includes major Japanese trading companies, ECAs and utilities.

Work Highlights

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  • White & Case advised the international sponsors Korea Electric Power Corporation, Japan's Kyushu Electric Power and Électricité de France on the financing of a USD3.8 billion high-voltage, direct current subsea transmission system in the United Arab Emirates.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Paul Harrison
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Paul Harrison
1
Band 1

Paul Harrison is a partner in Tokyo with longstanding experience in LNG projects and is best known for his work on financing matters, acting for a range of lenders and borrowers.

"He is excellent. His legal advice always leaves nothing to be desired."

"Paul Harrison's service is perfect. I have no complaints."

Masahiro Tanabe
4
Masahiro Tanabe
4
Band 4

Masahiro Tanabe is a counsel in the team who assists with renewable energy project financing, but also electricity distribution development mandates.

"Masahiro Tanabe proactively anticipates issues before they arise and provides options for each issue. He is deeply knowledgeable of electricity law, wind law and corporate PPAs."

Ranked Lawyers at
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Projects & Energy: Domestic

Masahiro Tanabe
4
Masahiro Tanabe
4
Band 4
Projects & Energy: International

Paul Harrison
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Paul Harrison
1
Band 1