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'Katsumi Shirai stands out for his business sense.'
'Jones Day has the knowledge and expertise in the renewables sector, not only in terms of legal aspects but technological and financial issues as well.'
‘The firm excels in providing cost-effective legal analysis and products, customised to meet the specific needs and business context of the client. Their deep understanding of the client's situation enables them to offer practical and constructive solutions.’
'Lukas Kratochvil is exceptionally strong for complex energy projects and I would have no hesitation in recommending him for international clients on Asia energy deals, in particular Indonesia and Japan (given his Japanese language skills and understanding of the approach of Japanese clients).'
Key clients
- ARA Asset Management Limited
- GF Corporation
- Macquarie Capital Securities (Japan) Limited
- PAG
Work highlights
- Advised PAG on its green energy portfolio acquisition/management/development projects.
- Advised GF Corporation on ongoing energy developing activities including various constructive agreements/arrangements among related or new parties during the term period.
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Practice head
Katsumi Shirai
Other key lawyers
Lukas Kratochvil