Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP
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The practice at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP represents leading Japanese blue-chip issuers, amongst others, and is well-known for its abilities advising on major IPOs and secondary offerings. The team excels in handling global follow-on equity offerings and 144A and Regulation S debt offerings. Jon Gray spearheads the team and is deeply knowledgeable on both debt and equity offerings. Alongside Gray at the helm are key practitioner Christopher Kodama, and Chihiro Sasaki who is adept at advising on SEC-registered and private offerings in the Japanese and US capital markets.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Jon Gray is an exceptional partner who is always ready and available to be reached out to in emergency situations. His responsiveness and commitment are truly dependable. He also serves as an effective communicator and is representative when engaging with global teams, clearly articulating what is standard practice in Japan and why certain approaches are necessary from a local perspective. He demonstrates a sincere commitment to improving both himself and his team.’
- ‘I have great trust in John Gray, Christopher Kodama and Chihiro Sasaki's passion, responsiveness, and the advice he provides, which is backed by a strong track-record.’
Key clients
- Development Bank of Japan Inc. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank, Limited Japan Finance Organization for Municipalities ASICS Corporation Nippon Life Insurance Company
Work highlights
Advised the international joint lead managers and joint bookrunners in connection with the approximately ¥348.6bn IPO and TSE listing of Tokyo Metro Co., Ltd.