REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE
Daisuke Morinaga
Corporate
Advised a US-based AI company on the establishment of a joint venture in Japan, including the design of the transaction structure, negotiation of the shareholders' agreement, structuring of preferred share arrangements, and implementation of corporate governance frameworks.
Advised a global apparel and lifestyle company on its entry into the Japanese market, including the establishment of its Japanese subsidiary and the launch of its business operations in Japan.
Advised a US university on the establishment and operation of an educational presence in Japan.
Advised a technology startup on the issuance of preferred shares, stock acquisition rights, and bonds with stock acquisition rights, including transaction structuring, issuance procedures, compliance with the Japanese Companies Act, and preparation of related documentation.
M&A
Advised on a cross-border share transfer transaction in the automotive parts industry, including Japanese legal due diligence, transaction document negotiations, and closing matters.
Advised on a cross-border investment in the digital media and live streaming sector, including Japanese law analysis and support for transaction execution.
Advised on a corporate restructuring involving a technology company, including Japanese corporate law and corporate governance matters relating to its Japanese subsidiary.
Foreign Direct Investment / Regulatory
Advised on investments in AI, software, and data-related businesses with respect to compliance with the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act of Japan (FEFTA), including prior notification and post-investment reporting requirements.
Advised a leading US venture capital investment platform on regulatory compliance matters relating to its investment activities and business operations in Japan, including requirements under the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act of Japan (FEFTA).
Labor and Disputes
Advised a multinational medical device company in an employment dispute with a former employee, including representation in labor tribunal proceedings and related employment law matters.
Advised an overseas creditor in connection with enforcement proceedings against assets located in Japan, including attachment and realization proceedings involving book-entry bonds and other financial assets.
Advised a global digital platform company on internal investigations relating to employee misconduct and related compliance matters.