Ushijima & Partners‘ team is well-versed in international litigation and arbitration, handling a wide range of matters, including those related to corporate, real estate, labour, and tax. The team is jointly led by Shin Ushijima, who has experience resolving disputes both within Japan and internationally, particularly concerning M&A transactions, system development projects, and anti-monopoly matters, and Osamu Inoue, who is focused on real estate and construction disputes. Hiroshi Watanabe concentrates on corporate lawsuits, including derivative actions, while Rikisuke Yamanaka has deep knowledge of disputes related to M&A, as well as personnel issues.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Ushijima & Partners has teams full of experienced lawyers, led by senior and seasoned partners. Compared to other firms, Ushijima is experienced in handling large-scale M&A and capital market litigation. They are flexible in terms of conflict of interest and capable of serving international clients.'

  • ‘Mr. Kawamura and Mr. Inoue are well-known partners who have experience in handling M&A and capital market dispute cases. They stand out in their knowledge of corporate and capital market laws and regulations in Japan.’

Key clients

  • Oasis Management Company Ltd.

Work highlights

  • Advised Oasis Management Company Ltd. on legal proceedings regarding the unfair M&A transactions and, on behalf of Oasis' two funds, filled (i) a petition for determination of the share price following the exercise of appraisal rights, and (ii) a lawsuit seeking invalidation of the share exchange and damages.
  • Advised Oasis Management Company Ltd. on filing a lawsuit seeking damages.

Lawyers

Leading partners: Bengoshi
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Shin Ushijima, Osamu Inoue

Other key lawyers

Hiroshi Watanabe, Rikisuke Yamanaka