International & Cross-Border Capabilities (International Firms)
Global Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 2
Contact number
+81 3 5561 6600Chambers Review
Clifford Chance in Tokyo is regularly engaged for cross-border matters that involve multiple jurisdictions. Clients value its ability to coordinate with other offices across the law firm's wide global network and elite practitioners, as well as with high-quality advisers in jurisdictions where the firm does not have a presence. It has a strong track record acting as lead coordinating counsel and Japanese counsel on inbound and outbound transactions.
The team stands out for its international financing work, particularly for its capital markets and banking practices. It is noted for its adept handling of aviation and structured finance, as well as securitisation matters, which are typically led from Tokyo and involve European, Middle Eastern and Asian jurisdictions. Its client base includes an impressive array of major domestic and global banks and companies. Financing teams also offer expertise in infrastructure, mining, power and renewable energy cross-border projects.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Clifford Chance showed excellent depth and breadth on the various cross-border transactions I have worked on with them."
"Clifford Chance's international network contributes to their ability to handle multi-jurisdiction deals."
"The main team was the Tokyo office, but the response was very good and I was grateful that they responded flexibly according to the client's convenience. In addition, it was very helpful to have support based on relevant knowledge of other markets by utilising the global network."
"Clifford Chance showed excellent depth and breadth on the various cross-border transactions I have worked on with them."
"Clifford Chance's international network contributes to their ability to handle multi-jurisdiction deals."
"The main team was the Tokyo office, but the response was very good and I was grateful that they responded flexibly according to the client's convenience. In addition, it was very helpful to have support based on relevant knowledge of other markets by utilising the global network."