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Provided by Shigehiko Ishimoto
International Trade, China Practice, South Korea Practice, Taiwan Practice, Corporate M&A.
Qualified in Japan, 1994; New York, 2001. Worked with Nishimura & Asahi (1994-2000), Hughes Hubbard & Reed, New York (2000) ; Joined Mori Hamada & Matsumoto in 2001, becoming Partner in 2002.
Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association, New York State Bar Association, Inter Pacific Bar Association.
"M&A Rules in Emerging Asian Countries - Fourth edition" (Shojihomu Co., Ltd., 2023, co-author), "Six Major Laws on Chinese Economy (2023 Expanded Edition)" (The Association for the Promotion of International Trade, Japan, 2023, co-author), "Business Legal Practices in Taiwan" (Shojihomu Co., Ltd, 2022, co-author), "China's Digital Strategy and Laws - Current Status of China's Information Laws and the Future of Digital Society" (KOUBUNDOU Publishers Inc., 2022, co-author), ”China's Approach to Economic Security” (JC Economic Journal, 2022), "Legal Systems that Foreign Capital Enterprises Should Keep in Mind (2): Information Security, Personal Information Protection, and Antitrust Law" (JC Economic Journal, 2022), "The Convergence of and Difficulties in Dealing with Economic Security and Human Rights Issues" (NBL, 2022), "Legal Transformation; Business Rule Change 2022" (Nikkei Business Publications, Inc., 2022, co-author), "Analysis and Objectives of Collateral Legislation Based on Establishment of China's Civil Code and Impacts on Companies Expanding into China" (The Japanese Journal of Real Estate Sciences, 2021), "Overview of Environmental Laws in China" (International Trade, 2021), ” China Business Q&A: Data Scurity law and China’s National Security” (JC Economic Journal, 2021), “Getting the Deal Through -Sanctions 2021 – Japan Chapter” (2021, co-author).
The University of Tokyo (LL.B.,1992) ; University of International Business and Economics (Beijing, China; non-degree,1999) ; New York University, School of Law (LL.M., 2000). Fluent in Japanese, English and Chinese.
Provided by Chambers
Shigehiko Ishimoto is recognised in the market for his strong expertise in handling China-related trade matters. He is also well regarded for his knowledge of export controls and sanctions compliance.
Provided by Chambers
"He is very familiar with Chinese legal practices and gives deep insight, which is super helpful. He responds very quickly and always keeps a very reasonable timeframe to revert to us."
"He has a strong connection with China and can provide hands-on service."
"Shigehiko offers exceptional client service on a wide range of trade issues, particularly in the context of any business transaction involving Japan and China and the United States; we rely on his steady hand and diverse range of talents."
"He is very familiar with Chinese legal practices and gives deep insight, which is super helpful. He responds very quickly and always keeps a very reasonable timeframe to revert to us."
"He has a strong connection with China and can provide hands-on service."
"Shigehiko offers exceptional client service on a wide range of trade issues, particularly in the context of any business transaction involving Japan and China and the United States; we rely on his steady hand and diverse range of talents."
