TMI Associates
Client SatisfactionWith a focus on renewable energy, the team at TMI Associates advises domestic and foreign companies on solar, wind, biomass, hydro, and geothermal power plant projects. Led by Yoshiyasu Yamaguchi, the team is well versed in inbound transactions implemented by Asian, US, and European investors and secondary transactions by way of business transfers, share deals, and cross-border corporate split transactions. Takenobu Imaeda advises financial institutions and business operators on renewable energy power generation projects, while Mizuki Koshimoto brings significant experience in inbound renewable energy transfers, particularly those involving cross-border funding. Noriko Yao and Noriko Yao are key names in the areas of cross-border financing transactions and real estate finance.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'Keita Tominaga is excellent in balancing the cultural differences between national government agencies and international MNCs. He was hands-on in managing communications in all directions at the negotiating table and behind the scenes.'
- 'TMI Associates is an excellent firm and stands out in their ability to navigate more complex legal and cultural divides. Keita Tominaga is an individual we turn to when we need a little more nuance.'
- 'The team has extensive experience in drafting and negotiating PPA agreements and has experience in negotiating contracts with leading global renewable energy procurement companies.'
- 'TMI Associates have an exceptional store of knowledge on project finance and energy transactions. In addition, because they have exceptional Japanese and English language skills and both Japanese and US law knowledge, they can handle cross-border transactions.'
Key clients
- Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
- Mizuho Trust & Banking Co., Ltd.
- Mizuho Securities Co., Ltd.
- Aozora Bank, Lrd.
- Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Pty Ltd
- Siemens Energy K.K.
- Enfinity Japan K.K.
- Eneseed Co., Ltd.
- EEX
- Integrity Partners LLC
Work highlights
- Advised the real estate developed on the farming-based and off-site PPAs solar power plants, which combine agriculture and solar power generation at the same time.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates: Bengoshi
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Katsutoshi Kimura
TMI AssociatesLeading partners: Bengoshi
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Takenobu Imaeda
TMI AssociatesMizuki Koshimoto
TMI AssociatesNext Generation Partners: Bengoshi
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Keita Tominaga
TMI AssociatesPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Yoshiyasu Yamaguchi