Kojima Law Offices is primarily focused on international corporate and M&A matters. The team is led by Hiromasa Ogawa, who is adept at navigating the cultural and legal nuances between Japanese and non-Japanese parties in cross-border M&A transactions. Hirokazu Amemiya frequently advises Japanese clients on M&A deals in India, particularly in sectors like automotive and telecoms. Naoki Takahashi is noted for his work representing the Japanese government and his expanding expertise in arbitration. Meanwhile, Nozomi Watanabe offers a valuable international perspective when advising on a range of corporate matters.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Keitaro Shimomura is characterised by being professional, client-focused, knowledgeable, and he always shows interest in understanding the business context so he can provide the best advice. Hiromasa Ogawa is always available to intervene when needed, and he is also a very knowledgeable partner. ’

  • ‘Hirokazu Amemiya, who has extensive experience as a corporate lawyer, and Keitaro Shimomura, consistently conduct appropriate and tough negotiations in legal negotiations and litigation matters.'

Key clients

  • Appgate
  • Azbil Kimmon

Lawyers

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Hiromasa Ogawa
Hiromasa Ogawa
Practice head

Hiromasa Ogawa

Other key lawyers

Hirokazu Amemiya; Naoki Takahashi; Nozomi Watanabe; Keitaro Shimomura; Osamu Ishida