Construction | Asia-Pacific

Baker McKenzie remains a popular choice with foreign contractors for domestic construction transactions. It boasts notable strengths in all aspects of solar and other energy development projects. Its construction and infrastructure expertise is backed by a strong banking and project finance offering. It is a popular choice among domestic and international financial institutions and clients from the manufacturing, telecommunications and energy sectors.

City-Yuwa Partners' Tokyo-based construction and infrastructure team is regularly called on to advise on a range of infrastructure projects, including rail, power, transport and waste processing facilities, often cross-border in nature. The firm frequently acts for construction consultants and contractors, as well as local governments and government agencies. The team is also well equipped to handle EPC contract disputes.

Nishimura & Asahi has a recognised team comprising bengoshi and foreign registered lawyers who are well placed to assist major domestic clients with projects in Japan and overseas. The team is mandated to act on EPC, supply and installation, and design and build contracts, in addition to representing clients in disputes arising out of energy, transport infrastructure and real estate projects. The firm draws on strength from its lawyers based in Singapore to further assist clients. Key clients include Shimizu Corporation, Marubeni Corporation and Penta-Ocean Construction.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is frequently called upon to act on construction contracts relating to major international projects, especially in the energy and infrastructure industries. Their clients include Japanese trading houses, contractors and energy companies. The team is also skilled in dealing with cross-border disputes concerning EPC agreements and performance bonds. It offers particular expertise in LNG infrastructure projects. The firm's key clients include the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.