Dispute resolution: Independent local firms

Nishimura & Asahi

Nishimura & Asahi‘s team is well-versed in both cross-border and domestic litigation and arbitration, handling a wide range of corporate matters. The team works closely with the firm’s corporate, finance, intellectual property, and tax practices to provide comprehensive services for its clients. The team is led by Hiroyuki Tezuka, who is an expert in international arbitration. Akihiro Hironaka focuses on disputes in the automotive and pharmaceutical industries, while Lars Markert advises clients on matters involving German and European law. Other key members include Yutaro Kawabata, who focuses on disputes arising from the termination of contracts, and Chié Nakahara, who is experienced in international arbitrations involving a variety of matters and industries.

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Work highlights

Advised a group of Asian companies and shareholders in two JCAA arbitrations involving a shareholders’ dispute and obtained a favourable settlement.
Advised a client from the automotive industry in a CAA arbitration arising from a dispute with its joint venture partner regarding the termination of a supply contract.
Advised a client in VIAC arbitration, who was awarded all claims and costs of the arbitration, and won.

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