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The dispute resolution practice group at Ushijima & Partners is jointly led by Shin Ushijima and Osamu Inoue, the latter of whom is recommended for his experience in real estate and construction disputes. The team is also able to assist clients in securities litigation, international arbitrations, derivative suits, disputes surrounding software development, and hostile takeover cases. Hiroshi Watanabe regularly handles corporate control cases, while Rikisuke Yamanaka is proficient in labour disputes and cross-border transactions. Alongside disputes in system and software development, Hiroyasu Kageshima is experienced in copyright law and privacy matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Ushijima and Partners is well-known as one of few independent firms who can handle international corporate and finance disputes .’
‘Shin Ushijima and Osamu Inoue have outstanding expertise representing international clients, especially investment funds in financial and corporate dispute cases.’
Key clients
- Oasis Management Company
Work highlights
- Advised Oasis Management Company on potential legal proceedings regarding an M&A transaction, including seeking invalidation of the share exchange.
- Filed a lawsuit on behalf of Oasis Management Company seeking damages associated with a share exchange.
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Shin Ushijima, Osamu Inoue