Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu‘s group advises on the full range of employment matters, including collective bargaining, harassment investigations, contracts, work rules, and regulatory compliance. The team is also recognised for its involvement in numerous M&A projects, advising clients on employment and labour-related issues arising from corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions. The team is led by Satoshi Hosokawa who specialises in employment documentation and labour issues linked to M&A. Eriko Ogata brings strong expertise in handling investigations by labour authorities. Misae Shimizu is a key contact for day-to-day employment advice for multinational clients and regularly represents them in labour disputes and tribunals. Soh Inoue is noted for his expertise handling disputes involving dismissals, disciplinary action, harassment, demotions and salary reductions.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
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Testimonials
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‘A great team.'
‘Hironobu Tsukamoto is super responsive and commercial, and understand the market very well.’
'Satoshi Hosokawa stands out for his exceptional command of employment law and practice. He consistently provides swift, pragmatic, and precise advice that enables matters to be handled efficiently and with confidence.'
'Satoshi Hosokawa's ability to translate complex issues into clear, actionable guidance distinguishes him from competitors, and his responsiveness has proven invaluable in time-sensitive situations.'
'This practice is distinguished by its deep expertise in employment law from the employer’s perspective. Clients appreciate that the team combines technical mastery of labour and employment issues with a highly practical approach, delivering efficient, case-specific advice that directly addresses immediate concerns.'
'Unlike many firms that rely on generic or theoretical guidance, the lawyers take the time to understand the unique dynamics of each client’s business and workforce, ensuring that recommendations are both pragmatic and strategically sound. Potential clients will wish to know that the practice is recognised for providing solutions that are not only legally robust but also commercially viable.'
Key clients
- Japan Post Co., Ltd.
- SMA Japan K.K.
- Coupang Inc.
- CP One Japan G.K.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners: Bengoshi
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Eriko Ogata
Practice head
Satoshi Hosokawa
Other key lawyers
Eriko Ogata; Misae Shimizu; Soh Inoue; Hironobu Tsukamoto