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Corporate and M&A: Independent local firms

Kojima Law Offices

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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.'

  • ‘They are very honest and courteous, always provide the best legal services possible.’

  • ‘Legal advice is provided in a clearly understandable manner, and takes into account commercial concerns, which is very helpful. ’

  • ‘Osamu Ishida provides personalised legal services tailored to the client. He stands out not only as a litigation expert but also for offering advice that reflects a deep understanding of the client's specific circumstances.’

  • ‘KLO is very suited for M&A matters from Japan to India. They have an excellent understanding of the two jurisdictions and are fantastic at facilitating a collaboration. ’

  • ‘Hiromasa Ogawa and Hirokazu Amemiya are extremely meticulous and structured in their approach. ’

  • ‘Ms. Nozomi Watanabe, partner of Kojima Law Offices, is the best and reliable professional legal counsel. She is always diligent to know the situation, and her advice is relevant to clients’ needs and solutions.’

Key clients

  • Appgate
  • Azbil Kimmon
  • Blessing Inc
  • Fujikura Ltd
  • Gyosei Consulting Co., Ltd
  • Heineken Japan
  • Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
  • Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co., Ltd
  • Nippon Beet Sugar Manufacturing Co., Ltd
  • Rion Co
  • Takagi Seiko

Lawyers

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Hiromasa Ogawa

Practice head

Hiromasa Ogawa

Other key lawyers

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

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