Expansion of Nishimura's London branch with the rejoining of a former employee as a partner
In a strategic move to strengthen its European presence, Nishimura & Asahi has appointed Shingo Ito as a partner at its London office. Ito's extensive experience in advising Japanese clients on cross-border transactions, particularly in the realms of corporate law, real estate, and renewable energy investments, will undoubtedly boost the firm's capabilities.
Ito, who started his legal career at Nishimura & Asahi's Tokyo office in 2008, gained valuable experience in the UK capital during his tenure at Bird & Bird. His unique background, with expertise in both English and Japanese law, makes him ideally suited to handle complex cross-border deals involving Japanese businesses expanding across Europe.
Ito's practice at Nishimura & Asahi's London office will focus on corporate law, with a particular emphasis on real estate and renewable energy investments by Japanese businesses. He brings a wealth of knowledge in structuring, debt financing, and restructuring to the table, ensuring that the firm can provide comprehensive support on a wide range of cross-border corporate transactions.
The appointment of Shingo Ito strengthens Nishimura & Asahi's London office, which, along with its Brussels office, was launched earlier this year. The firm already has existing European outposts in Frankfurt and Dusseldorf. With Ito's return, the London office now boasts three partners: Shingo Ito, Yoshiyuki Kizu, and Timothy Merchant.
Ito's return to Nishimura & Asahi is a testament to the firm's commitment to providing on-the-ground support to Japanese businesses pursuing opportunities across Europe. His expertise will undoubtedly play a crucial role in facilitating these ventures and supporting Japanese clients in navigating the complexities of cross-border transactions.
[1] Source: Nishimura & Asahi press release, [date] [3] Source: Lawyer Monthly, "Nishimura & Asahi Expands European Presence with London and Brussels Offices," [date]
Shingo Ito's return to Nishimura & Asahi's London office brings a unique blend of English and Japanese legal expertise, enabling him to handle complex cross-border deals, particularly in the areas of mergers and acquisitions, finance, and technology among Japanese businesses expanding across Europe. With Ito's focus on corporate law, including real estate and renewable energy investments, the firm can provide extensive support on a wide range of cross-border transactions, leveraging his knowledge in structuring, debt financing, and restructuring.
