Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP’s M&A team in Tokyo advises several major clients in relation to acquisitions, tender offers, and investments, among other matters. Hong Kong and Tokyo-based Ian Ho advises public and private corporations. Noritaka Kumamoto has experience assisting US corporations and financial institutions with inbound and outbound M&A. Jonathan Stradling’s clients include private equity sponsors and public and private companies.

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Key clients

  • Blackstone
  • Goldman, Sachs & Co.
  • Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P.
  • Kokusai Electric
  • Marelli
  • Monex Group
  • Murata Manufacturing
  • Sumitomo Life Insurance

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ian Ho, Noritaka Kumamoto, Jonathan Stradling