Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP is able to provide Japanese law advice to international clients, and is highlighted for its knowledge of the technology industry while handling work across a variety of sectors. Practice head Yumiko Ohta is ‘excellent at both non-contentious and contentious matters’ and ’has strong labour and employment expertise both in Japan and the US’. Senior associate Kane Huang is also able to advise on a range of employment matters domestically and internationally.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Yumiko Ohta understands our business and our company culture and has leveraged such understanding when giving us advice. She is very responsive and approachable. She is excellent at both non-contentious and contentious matters.'
  • 'Orrick Japan is a group of global legal professionals and they can cover a wide variety of topics. Their expertise in the technology industry is a plus.'
  • 'Yumiko Ohta has very unique skills and experience. She has strong labour and employment expertise both in Japan and the US. Japan has a very unique labour law compared to other countries. Therefore, strong expertise and experience both in Japan and the US is unique.'

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners: Bengoshi
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Yumiko Ohta

Other key lawyers

Kane Huang