Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP’s Tokyo office is active in the projects and energy space, advising major companies on a broad range of matters, and demonstrating particular experience in renewables and energy transition projects. Simon Barrett, whose international experience in the oil and gas, power, chemicals, and transport sectors is noteworthy, leads the team. Olivia Matsushita is especially active in clean fuel, renewable energy, and petrochemicals projects.
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‘Bob Nelson and Simon Barrett provide timely, valuable and critical insight and assistance with large-scale energy infrastructure projects, providing the interactive experience supported by industry knowledge that is valued in-house.’
‘Simon Barrett is readily available and easy to communicate with. He has shown that he has lots of experience dealing with bespoke issues and his approach to commercial aspects is also helpful.'
‘While numerous international firms boast experience in international construction disputes, this firm excels in providing significant pre-contract expertise in the context of drafting and negotiation on behalf of a contractor - providing candid advice that also reflects industry market trends.’
‘The Pillsbury Tokyo team is our go-to-firm; they have deep knowledge and familiarity with the market. Based on their experience, they are able to help us navigate projects, and spot and overcome issues efficiently and effectively.’
Key clients
- Osaka Gas Co., Ltd
- Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd
- JX Nippon Oil & Gas Exploration Corporation
- GS Energy Corporation
- Sojitz Corporation
- Kawasaki Heavy Industries
- Mitsui & Co., Ltd
- Chiyoda Corporation
- IHI Corporation
- Metal One Corporation
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Leading partners
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Olivia Matsushita
Practice head
Simon Barrett
Other key lawyers
Bob Nelson; Olivia Matsushita