The team at TMI Associates is led by Mie Fujimoto who advises both domestic and international clients on restructuring, M&A transactions, and non-compete obligations; Motoi Fujii who brings experience advising foreign clients across industries such as retail, finance, IT, manufacturing, and HR; and Keisuke Kondo who handles harassment, workplace accident and unfair dismissal disputes, as well as overtime claims and union negotiations. Seiji Kurihara is a key contact for advice on personnel systems, transfers, changes to employment conditions, and workforce reductions. Rie Taiko advises on employee management and workforce restructuring.
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Testimonials
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‘Relatively large numbers of team size enable the handling of a wide variety of labour issues, and the capability of providing a one-stop service for the client - this is a key strength.'
‘Each individual has a deep level of understanding of the client's business practices which allows them to handle labour issues and litigations in a reasonable manner.’
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners: Bengoshi
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Seiji Kurihara
Next Generation Partners: Bengoshi
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Rie Taiko
Practice head
Mie Fujimoto; Motoi Fujii; Keisuke Kondo
Other key lawyers
Seiji Kurihara; Rie Taiko