Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP’s corporate team in Tokyo is noted particularly for its experience in tech and life sciences-related transactions. Practice head Motonori Araki has a broad client base that features life sciences companies, electronics/semiconductor manufacturers, and financial institutions. He is supported by California-based Nancy Yamaguchi, who regularly advises tech companies operating in the APAC region on M&A, strategic investments, and joint ventures. Mitsuyoshi Saito is active in the electronics, IT, chemistry, manufacturing, and pharma sectors, among others.
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‘The team is very creative in providing solutions in extremely difficult situations during legal negotiations.'
‘The team has passion, dedication, and never gives up.'
‘Morgan Lewis has an extensive global network, and each of their offices has a strong position in the local legal community. The strength of the firm is its willingness to utilise the said capability for the clients.’
Key clients
- Kobayashi Pharmaceutical
- Olympus Corporation
- Takeda Pharmaceutical
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Motonori Araki, Nancy Yamaguchi