Praised as an ‘elite firm’, Mori Hamada has experience in handling cross-border merger filings and global investigations. The team is co-led by Kenji Ito, who specialises in antitrust counseling, and Hideki Utsunomiya, who focuses on antitrust policy issues and is frequently sought after by the government. Other key members include Aruto Kagami, who has extensive expertise in international investigations and merger control matters, and Yusuke Takamiya, who has been involved in numerous domestic and international government investigations and litigation. Saori Takekoshi is experienced in the IT and digital sectors, while Tomoya Fujita advises on antitrust risks in M&A transactions.
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‘The quality of its lawyers is outstanding.’
‘Mori Hamada & Matsumoto (MHM) is known within the antitrust bar as an elite firm. They are my go-to firm for any Japan-specific matters. MHM has a deep bench of antitrust attorneys covering all aspects of antitrust--from merger control to conduct investigations and litigation. ’
‘They are very well versed on antitrust matters and have a deep understanding on the practicalities of antitrust matters across different countries.’
‘Deep bench of seasoned antitrust lawyers who are experienced with international antitrust matters.’
‘Kenji Ito, Hideki Utsunomiya and Yusuke Takamiya are easy to work with, smart, responsive, hard working, and sophisticated.’
‘Mori Hamada's team is excellent. They give timely and practical advice.’
‘kenji Ito is very seasoned lawyer with reasonable guidance for the client based on his experience in the JFTC.’
Key clients
- Hitachi, Ltd.
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Tomoya Fujita
Saori Takekoshi
Practice head
Kenji Ito; Hideki Utsunomiya
Other key lawyers
Aruto Kagami; Yusuke Takamiya; Saori Takekoshi; Tomoya Fujita