Competition/Antitrust
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Japan
Band 3
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Provided by Freshfields
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Chambers Review
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is recognised for its strong capabilities on complex global mergers. The firm works closely with its market-leading EU and China antitrust teams to advise on the competition aspects of multi-jurisdictional transactions. The team regularly assists pharmaceutical and retail companies, manufacturers and trading houses. It is also noted for its global compliance programmes and behavioural work around technology and intellectual property. Key clients include Google, Sumitomo Chemical and Nomura.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer represented Google in its USD5.4 billion acquisition of Mandiant for JFTC merger review.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They know our industry inside out, so they can provide practical advice."
"They are diligent, kind and timely in their approach."
"They know our industry inside out, so they can provide practical advice."
"They are diligent, kind and timely in their approach."
Notable Practitioners
Kaori Yamada is highly active in the field of international merger control as well as defending corporates from JFTC reviews into anti-competitive conduct.
"Kaori and her team provide practical advice for our industry, and her advice is perceived as invaluable for our business."
"She is very supportive and her viewpoint on issues is so deep. Her advice helps us in our decisions."