Baker McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise)'s group is recognised for its experience advising on domestic and cross-border matters, spanning employee benefits, disputes and reorganisations. Heading up the team is ‘standout’ practitioner Tomohisa Muranushi, who is well-versed in advising on the full gamut of employment matters, including workforce reductions, investigations, and the establishment of employment terms and conditions. Daichi Kiriyama regularly advises on the employment aspects of M&A deals, while Mihoko Ida advises on organisational restructurings and employee transfers.
Labour and employment: International firms and joint ventures in Japan
Baker McKenzie (Gaikokuho Joint Enterprise)
Responsables de la pratique:
Tomohisa Muranushi
Autres avocats clés:
Daichi Kiriyama; Mihoko Ida
Les références
‘Takahisa Muranushi has been a great partner, providing us with the highest quality services for a variety of cases. What I most appreciate is that he provides all of the possible options for solutions, highlighting anticipated downside risks based on his full understanding of the context and our business situations all the time. He also takes a clear position every time we need to make decisions about our company, which is quite unusual compared to the other firms in the market.’
‘They understand clients who have an international mindset.’
‘Tomohisa Muranushi is a standout, able to give practical advice and be direct with clients, which is not always common in Japan. Daichi Kiriyama is also strong.’
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DLA Piper Tokyo Partnership Gaikokuho Kyodojigyo Horitsu Jimusho
DLA Piper Tokyo Partnership Gaikokuho Kyodojigyo Horitsu Jimusho's team is especially active on contentious labour and employment matters, and is a go-to for major global tech companies, amongst others. Leadership is split between Lawrence Carter and Keiji Nasuda. Carter returned to the Tokyo office from the US in September 2024 and is noted for his expertise in employee termination and harassment investigations, while Nasuda focuses on labour disputes and high-level union negotiations. Masaki Kurosawa supports the team on the full spectrum of employment mandates. Koji Ohtani departed the group in December 2024.
Responsables de la pratique:
Lawrence Carter; Keiji Nasuda
Autres avocats clés:
Masaki Kurosawa
Les références
‘The DLA Tokyo team has been a great support to us in relation to Japan labour law matters.’
‘They have helped us on a breadth of cases from simple HR advisory, to restructuring, to contentious employment matters.’
‘Their thorough and pragmatic approach is of great value.’
Principaux clients
Adobe Inc.
Cisco Systems
Gilead Sciences, Inc
Domo, Inc
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP‘s team is recognised for its broad ranging capabilities, which cover assisting clients in relation to harassment claims and disputes related to changes in employee benefits. Carol Tsuchida and Mitsuyoshi Saito co-head the team; Tsuchida handles employment policy matters, including assisting companies with their initial orientation and entry into Japan, while Saito regularly instructs on harassment investigations and employee hiring and separation processes.
Responsables de la pratique:
Carol Tsuchida; Mitsuyoshi Saito
Les références
‘Multinational companies often require prompt and practical legal advice on employment matters across the jurisdictions in which they operate. MLB is uniquely positioned to deliver such guidance with both speed and quality, grounded in the realities of each jurisdiction.’
‘I highly value Mitsuyoshi Saito’s expertise in employment law. He has provided clear and practical guidance in resolving employment disputes, including strategic advice on the appropriate timing and approach to settlement.’
‘Mitsuyoshi Saito’s ability to deliver employment-related legal advice that is both culturally and legally sound for Japanese and non-Japanese stakeholders has been particularly beneficial. This has enabled us to address employment issues arising in Japan in a manner that aligns effectively with our colleagues outside Japan.’
Principaux dossiers
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP‘s team frequently collaborates with the firm’s global offices to assist international clients with complex and large-scale employment issues. Practice head Yumiko Ohta handles the employment aspects of acquisitions as well as matters involving collective bargaining with labour unions. Name to note Kane Huang advises on a broad range of matters, from recruitment to terminations.
Responsables de la pratique:
Yumiko Ohta
Autres avocats clés:
Kane Huang
Les références
‘Orrick’s practice stands out for its deep understanding of both Japanese labour law and international employment standards, making it a trusted advisor for multinational corporations operating in Japan.’
‘The team is known for its pragmatic, business-oriented approach, offering strategic guidance on complex employment matters such as compliance with evolving labour regulations and employment issues.’
‘One of the team’s key strengths is its ability to bridge cultural and legal gaps between Japanese and foreign corporate practices.’
Principaux clients
Synopsys Inc.
Tadano Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Synopsys Inc. on the sale of its Software Integrity Business to Clearlake Capital and Francisco Partners.
- Advised Tadano Ltd. in their acquisition of the transportation system business of IHI Transport Machinery Co., Ltd.