Clifford Chance (Gaikokuho Kyodo Jigyo)’s funds practice in Tokyo has a strong reputation for advising major Japanese institutional fund investors and managers on a broad range of matters, including hedge, private equity, and real estate funds as well as alternative investment products. Leng-Fong Lai, who focuses on real estate and infrastructure investments, leads the team alongside Natsuko Sugihara, who advises Japanese and international clients in connection with a variety of funds. Yoshiaki Shimizu is noted for his expertise in private real estate funds.
Testimonials
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‘Natsuko Sugihara and Daniel Drabkin both possess the ability to lead the negotiation against the counterparty. Also, their attention to detail is excellent.’
'When it comes to fund investments, the firm has deep industry expertise and understanding. They know the latest market standards.'
'Natsuko Sugihara (Partner): At the beginning of the transaction, there was a listening session about what we expected, and that communication made us feel very comfortable. We felt that she was advising the team on what to do, paying attention to the critical points. We also appreciated the care taken to ensure that the fees did not increase too much.'
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Leng-Fong Lai, Natsuko Sugihara