Projects & Energy: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Japan
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What the team is known for
Latham & Watkins' lawyers in Japan have extensive experience advising on the financing of headline power, mining and LNG projects across South-East Asia, Australia and further afield. The team notably represents sponsors and lenders, and is also experienced in acting for government bodies and state-owned enterprises. The firm has pronounced expertise in power projects in Indonesia and the Philippines and is well versed in tackling mandates requiring novel structuring elements. Amongst the firm's clients are such notable names as Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC), Nippon Export and Investment Insurance (NEXI).
Notable practitioners
Stephen McWilliams is a key point of contact for clients.
Work Highlights
Provided by Latham & Watkins LLP
- Latham & Watkins advised the Export-Import Bank of Korea, Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, Export Finance Australia and other lenders in connection with the development and financing for the Caldita-Barossa offshore gas field development project off the coast of Australia.