Banking & Finance: International
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Japan
Band 2
Contact number
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Norton Rose Fulbright advises renowned Japanese and international lenders and corporations on syndicated loans, refinancings and other facilities. The law firm is particularly active in asset finance in the shipping sector. The team also handles project finance relating to LNG carriers and other offshore projects, and undertakes infrastructure and mining-related matters.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright advised the sponsors Marubeni Corporation and Transelec on all aspects of the development and financing of an independent water plant in Chile.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They were responsive and efficient in working on deals."
"We had many unexpected last-minute issues, but Norton Rose always made sure to provide clear advice and workarounds to progress the matter while also protecting the lenders' rights."
"Norton Rose has good-quality partners and associates with sufficient experience within the asset finance space."
"They were responsive and efficient in working on deals."
"We had many unexpected last-minute issues, but Norton Rose always made sure to provide clear advice and workarounds to progress the matter while also protecting the lenders' rights."
"Norton Rose has good-quality partners and associates with sufficient experience within the asset finance space."
Notable Practitioners
Akihiko Takamatsu demonstrates a heavy focus on aviation finance and is a frequent adviser to major banks and aircraft lessors.
"He responds politely and speedily and has a very deep understanding of the aviation industry."
"Aki is a very well-regarded lawyer within the JOL market."
"Akihiko Takamatsu is a consummate professional and an incredibly hard-working lawyer. He has great knowledge and an excellent manner. I would not hesitate to recommend him."
Paul Coggins heads Norton Rose Fulbright's maritime practice in Japan, and he is widely respected as a pre-eminent figure in ship finance.
"Paul manages his team very well and always makes sure that all of our requests and concerns are resolved."
"Paul is a very capable lawyer and he responds to our requests very proactively."
"He has excellent knowledge of finance practices, industry practices and reactions specific to Japanese stakeholders."