TMI Associates
Client SatisfactionThe ‘very strong’ shipping team at TMI Associates is described by clients as ‘a delight to work with’. The practice is adept at assisting clients with a range of both wet and dry shipping matters, including casualty claims, issues relating to carriage of goods by sea, representing shipbuilders and hull insurers in arbitration proceedings, and shipbuilding contracts. ‘Rising star’ Jumpei Osada leads the team, which also includes Masaaki Sasaki and ‘very experienced’ associate Shinya Hasegawa.
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Testimonials
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- 'Lead partner Jumpei Osada has built a strong team in the transport and shipping sector. That shows in the quality of the work done on shipping related transactions but also on litigation and work outs.'
- 'Jumpei Osada is a rising star in the shipping sector and increasingly ranks alongside the elder statesmen of that world. Nothing is overlooked and one always feels in very safe hands.'
- 'Very responsive and commercial.'
- 'Jumpei Osada and Shinya Hasegawa are very experienced and very strong technically.'
- 'In working with Jumpei Osada on ship finance, I have found his knowledge of Japanese and English law (maritime and financial), his knowledge and understanding of the shipping and shipbuilding industry, his quick response and his personality, to be truly outstanding.'
- 'The individuals are highly professional, responsible and knowledgeable in their field of practice. It is a delight to work with them.'
Lawyers
Leading partners: Bengoshi
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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.
Jumpei Osada