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Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance | Global

Japan

The Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across Japan.

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Eminent Practitioners

  1. E
    Hisao Hirose
    Squire Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Eminent Practitioners | 16 Years Ranked
    Hisao Hirose of Squire Patton Boggs maintains close links with major clients and focuses on structured finance with an emphasis on aircraft finance and leasing work.
1

Band 1

  1. Katsu Sengoku
    1
    Katsu Sengoku
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Band 1 | 24 Years Ranked
    Katsu Sengoku is head of Nishimura & Asahi's banking and finance team and is well versed in handling asset financing matters, with a particular emphasis on ship and aircraft financing.
  2. Keisuke Imon
    1
    Keisuke Imon
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho)
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho) | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Band 1 | 7 Years Ranked
    Keisuke Imon of Watson Farley & Williams is a leading name in the asset finance field and someone to whom interviewees feel comfortable referring work. He is often sought out by major banks for advice on JOLCOs and aircraft financings and leasings.
2

Band 2

  1. 2
    Akihiko Takamatsu
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Band 2 | 5 Years Ranked
    Akihiko Takamatsu demonstrates a heavy focus on aircraft finance and is a frequent adviser to major banks and aircraft lessors.
  2. Kosuke Shibukawa
    2
    Kosuke Shibukawa
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
    Kosuke Shibukawa is sought after for his expertise advising borrowers and lenders on ship leasing and asset finance transactions. He advises on JOLCO transaction structures for both shipping and aviation finance assets.
    Key sectors
    Aviation and Aerospace|Financial Services|Maritime / Shipping
  3. Nobuhiko Harada
    2
    Nobuhiko Harada
    Nishimura & Asahi
    Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Band 2 | 2 Years Ranked
    Nobuhiko Harada is an active member of the team advising on JOLCO transactions in the aviation and maritime asset finance space.
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Up and Coming

  1. Shusuke Fukunaga
    U
    Shusuke Fukunaga
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho)
    Watson Farley & Williams (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo Horitsu Jimusho) | Banking & Finance: Domestic Asset Finance
    2024 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked
    Shusuke Fukunaga of Watson Farley & Williams is a rising star who advises on domestic and cross-border financings, with a particular focus on aircraft and ship financing.