M&A

Building on our No. 2 ranking in the Nikkei rankings, we provide optimal scheme design and risk management for corporate M&A strategies, handling everything from complex cross-border transactions to hostile takeovers and activist investor responses.

Finance

Our attorneys, including those with experience seconded to financial institutions, combine the perspective of regulatory authorities with practical financial expertise. They provide meticulous regulatory interpretation and scheme design, spanning traditional financial transactions to fintech and digital domains.

Competition Law

Leveraging insights from former Fair Trade Commission officials, we present practical solutions for international cases and unprecedented challenges, accurately anticipating regulatory decisions.

Intellectual Property

Our attorneys, including a former Chief Judge of the Intellectual Property High Court, provide precise guidance supporting corporate IP strategies, from complex patent disputes to transactions in cutting-edge technology fields.

Crisis Management & Business Restructuring

We swiftly provide optimal responses to corporate crises, from scandals like quality fraud and personal data leaks to international insolvency proceedings, including Chapter 11 filings.

Dispute Resolution

With proven strength in dispute resolution, we guide complex conflicts—including large-scale litigation and international arbitration—toward optimal solutions through thorough examination and meticulous analysis.

HR & Labor

In light of rapid changes in the labor environment, we consistently handle everything from designing HR systems to resolving labor disputes from a management perspective, supporting corporate growth through practical implementation.