TMI Associates‘ team has substantial expertise in the formation, offering and ongoing management of investment funds, advising both sponsors and investors active in Japan and internationally. The team is led by Yoshiyasu Yamaguchi who brings strong experience in real estate investment, structured finance, and IPO matters. Takuma Taki is another key figure with notable experience in the establishment of listed infrastructure funds, conducting due diligence, acquiring infrastructure assets, and overseeing listing and public offering procedures. Hidehiro Utsumi departed in October 2024.
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Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
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Key clients
- Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Asset Management
- DBJ Asset Management Co., Ltd.
- Nissay Asset Management Corporation
- Government Pension Investment Fund of Japan (GPIF)
- DNX Ventures
- Inclusion Japan, Inc.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners: Bengoshi
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Yoshiyasu Yamaguchi
Other key lawyers
Takuma Taki