Tag: Nishimura & Asahi
On the move
Elections, political tensions, accelerated regulation and shifting sands of opportunity are some of the factors influencing law firm movements in the region
Nishimura, Mori Hamada act on Dai-ichi Life’s USD2bn bid
Nishimura & Asahi, Mori Hamada & Matsumoto advise on Dai-ichi Life Holdings' JPY292bn acquisition of Benefit One from Pasona Group
Japan firms land key roles in KDDI’s USD3.3bn takeover bid
Nishimura & Asahi, Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu, and Anderson Mori & Tomotsune, with Nakamura, Tsunoda & Matsumoto, advise on KDDI's JPY496.5bn bid for Lawson
Nishimura steers Japan Post Capital in USD18m Mujin funding
Nishimura & Asahi has advised Japan Post Capital on its strategic move to solidify its USD18 million investment in industrial robot manufacturer Mujin
Cross-border M&A expert joins Nishimura & Asahi in Japan
Nishimura & Asahi has welcomed Jason Jose Jiao as a partner, marking a significant addition as the first Philippine-qualified partner to join the firm’s Japan office
Japan Law Firm Awards
Asia Business Law Journal shines a spotlight on the exceptional performance of top law firms in Japan, highlighting their excellence and impact in the legal field
Nishimura & Asahi rebrands logo, forges foreign alliances
Nishimura & Asahi has completed a significant rebranding endeavour and launched a foreign law joint enterprise, now operating as Nishimura & Asahi (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo)
The Philippines top 100 lawyers 2023
Following an extensive nomination process, Asia Business Law Journal unveils its top performers of the country’s legal profession
Singapore swing
The harmonious blend of common law traditions and bustling commerce is transforming the Lion City into a beacon of legal excellence
Nishimura, Baker advise on Japan offshore wind farm
Japanese law firm Nishimura & Asahi advised Hibiki Wind Energy, a consortium of five energy companies, on its development of and project financing for the 220MW Kitakyushu Hibikinada Offshore Wind Farm in Japan
Nishimura & Asahi partner joins Linklaters in Tokyo
Linklaters has hired corporate lawyer Yoshiyuki Asaoka from Nishimura & Asahi as a partner in the firm’s corporate practice in Tokyo
Indonesia’s top 100 lawyers
Amid prolonged economic geopolitical uncertainty, Indonesia remains attractive for foreign investment
TMI Associates and Nishimura in Toshiba take-private deal
Japanese law firm TMI Associates has advised a group led by private equity firm Japan Industrial Partners to acquire Toshiba for USD15.2 billion in a take-private deal
Thailand Law Firm Awards 2023
Things are looking up for Thailand, with the reopening of borders welcoming travellers back. With a fast-developing economy and strong business ties to the region, Thailand is set to regain its position as an attractive destination for foreign tourists and investment
Business blossoms
Like the nation’s famous cherry blossom trees, business in Japan is opening up after a bleak covid winter. But this time things seem different
Nishimura Asahi’s Vietnam lawyer moves to Indochine
Vietnam law firm Indochine Counsel hires Ngu Truong Huu, previously at Nishimura & Asahi, as a partner in Ho Chi Minh City
Nishimura & Asahi’s Singapore arm allies with Malaysian firm
Japanese firm Nishimura & Asahi through its Singaporean arm has established a strategic alliance with Malaysian counterpart, WM Leong & Co, to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia
Nishimura, Clifford Chance in Home Credit Philippines and Indonesia buyouts
Nishimura & Asahi and Clifford Chance advised Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and Netherlands-based Home Credit Group, respectively
Energy expert joins Nishimura & Asahi
Japanese law firm Nishimura & Asahi has hired energy and natural resources specialist Alexander Woody as a partner in Tokyo
Indonesia’s Future Legal Leaders 2022
Asia Business Law Journal identifies 50 up-and-coming lawyers in Indonesia who are poised for further success
Dispute expert moves to Nishimura in Bangkok
SCL Nishimura & Asahi, the Bangkok office of Japanese law firm Nishimura & Asahi, has beefed up its dispute resolution practice by hiring litigation lawyer Punjapron Kosolkitiwong as partner and department head
Future Legal Leaders 2022
India Business Law Journal identifies 50 promising lawyers who are poised for greater success
Mapping global expertise
As a wave of dealmaking showcases legal prowess around the world, India Business Law Journal reveals the top foreign law firms for India work