A&O Shearman
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A&O Shearman’s M&A team operates across a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, tech, finance, and consumer goods. The team provides a well-rounded service, covering joint ventures, divestitures, take-privates, and corporate reorganisations. Co-head Nick Wall is a go-to for both Japanese blue-chip clients and multinational corporations. Cross-border M&A transactions also make up the bulk of fellow co-head Tokutaka Ito‘s practice, regularly handling the transactional aspects of major joint ventures, acquisitions and investments. Recent instructions for Ito include advising MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings on the conditional sale of its 15.1% stake in ASX-listed Challenger Limited to TAL Dai-ichi Life Australia Pty Ltd. Karl Pires has over two decades of experience advising on cross-border transactions, including equity investments and acquisitions. Another key individual is Taro Nakashima, who routinely assists with technology transactions.
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- 'Mr. Tokutaka Ito’s background in investment banking enriches the team’s approach, allowing them to provide advice that goes beyond legal considerations to include commercial insights. The team’s cooperation with third-party advisors further enhances their capability to meet client needs efficiently.'
- 'The A&O Shearman team stands out for its exceptional collaboration and ability to deliver results under tight deadlines. Their unique strength lies in combining deep legal expertise with a commercial mindset, ensuring practical and effective solutions.'
Work highlights
Advised MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings on the conditional sale of its 15.1% stake in ASX-listed Challenger Limited to TAL Dai-ichi Life Australia Pty Ltd, an Australian subsidiary of Dai-ichi Life Holdings, Inc.