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Banking & Finance: International Asset Finance | Global

Japan

The Banking & Finance: International 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.

Rankings overview for Lawyers

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Band 1

Paul Coggins Norton Rose Fulbright6 Years Ranked
Robert E Melson JrK&L Gates

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Band 2

Adrian Joyce Nishimura & Asahi4 Years Ranked
Olivia Matsushita Pillsbury3 Years Ranked
Sebastian SmithK&L Gates

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Band 1

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Paul Coggins
Norton Rose Fulbright | Banking & Finance: International Asset Finance
2024 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked
Paul Coggins is a partner at Norton Rose Fulbright's Tokyo office who is widely respected as a pre-eminent figure in the maritime financing world.
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Robert E Melson Jr
K&L Gates | Banking & Finance: International Asset Finance
2024 | Band 1
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Band 2

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Adrian Joyce
Nishimura & Asahi | Banking & Finance: International Asset Finance
2024 | Band 2 | 4 Years Ranked
"I like his approach. He takes quick actions and when he thinks we should push, he pushes quickly. I thought he took the appropriate action."
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Olivia Matsushita
Pillsbury | Banking & Finance: International Asset Finance
2024 | Band 2 | 3 Years Ranked
Olivia Matsushita is head of the international asset finance team and is well regarded for aircraft financing. She advises both lenders and borrowers on aviation finance matters, including JOLCO transactions.
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Sebastian Smith
K&L Gates | Banking & Finance: International Asset Finance
2024 | Band 2
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