Baker McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise)’s practice in Tokyo is regularly involved in international restructuring and insolvency proceedings, acting for both debtors and creditors Practice head Hiroshi Kasuya advises debtors, creditors, lenders, and sponsors/investors on domestic and cross-border corporate insolvency, reorganisation, and restructuring matters. Key support is offered by the triple-qualified Junya Suzuki, who focuses on cross-border restructurings, Masayoshi Kobayashi, who often handles the financial aspects of insolvency matters, and Aya Takahashi, whose expertise in the intersection of IP/IT law and restructuring and insolvency matters is noteworthy.
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‘Baker's Tokyo team provides quick research and advice in relation to the collection of debts, disputes among shareholders, and enforcement of collaterals. Their advice is effective in addressing the problems and they work diligently and efficiently for our benefit.'
‘They always advise us as to best solutions and pros and cons of various options during complex transactions, including when urgent responses are required.’
‘Baker's restructuring team offers prompt and appropriate advice which is gained through collaboration between multiple international offices.’
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Masayoshi Kobayashi
Junya Suzuki
Practice head
Hiroshi Kasuya
Other key lawyers
Junya Suzuki; Masayoshi Kobayashi; Aya Takahashi