‘Well-versed in the Japanese real estate market’, White & Case LLP - White & Case Law Offices (Registered Association)’s team advises clients on both inbound and outbound transactions. Practice head Jun Usami harnesses experience advising sovereign wealth funds and asset managers on investments, acquisitions and dispositions. Investment funds specialist Eriko Sakata regularly advises clients on establishing real estate investment funds, while Sayako Shiraki is adept at handling cross-border real estate fund structuring and regulatory issues.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘W&C's Real Estate team is not only well-versed in the Japanese real estate market, transactions and legal matters, but also provides advice that gives overseas clients who are unfamiliar with these areas a sense of security from their perspective.'

  • 'With construction costs continuing to rise and uncertainty surrounding urban redevelopment projects, W&C advises the client from a perspective of fairness, helping them to find a way forward.’

  • ‘Jun Usami identifies the essence of issues in situations where conflicting interests arise and conducts persuasive negotiations.’

  • ‘The team's collaboration between London, Paris, Singapore, and Japan is well managed.’

  • ‘Prompt response and dedication to completing the task.’

Practice head

Jun Usami

Other key lawyers

Eriko Sakata; Sayako Shiraki