Insight

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Japan™ 2024

We are proud to present the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers awards for Japan which include the top lawyers and law firms in the country.

Mt. Fuji in the background with fall leaves and structure in front

Best Lawyers

April 19, 2023 09:00 AM

The Best Lawyers in Japan Awards

For the 14^th consecutive edition, The Best Lawyers in Japan™ is proudly honoring lawyers at all stages of their careers for their outstanding work and leadership in the legal field across Japan.

Through the Best Lawyers Purely Peer Review^® methodology, which includes nominations, voting and vetted research of all honorees, Best Lawyers provides the most thorough and comprehensive awards of the top lawyers across the legal landscape in Japan.

The 14^th edition of The Best Lawyers in Japan™ for 2024 features 1,681 lawyers across two metropolitan areas. Tokyo is the metro with the most recognized lawyers.

Red and black font with gold symbols for Japan Launch Statistics 2024

The Best Lawyers in Japan awards include 47 practices areas. Among them, the top 10 with the most recognized lawyers are Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Intellectual Property Law, Litigation, Banking and Finance Law, Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Real Estate Law, Antitrust/Competition Law, Patent Law and International Business Transactions.

For those who searched legal counsel in Japan, they consulted the Best Lawyers website most frequently to find lawyers in Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Intellectual Property Law, Financial Institution Regulatory Law, FinTech Practice, Real Estate Law, Litigation, Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Arbitration and Mediation and International Business Transactions.

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Japan

With the expansion of Best Lawyers awards in 2020, recognitions for lawyers earlier in their practices, who have been in private practice less than 10 years, are among those awarded as the top lawyers in their fields. Using the same methodology as The Best Lawyers in Japan, the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Japan awards distinguish 315 lawyers from 52 law firms and two metropolitan areas.

Blue and black font and symbols for Japan OTW Launch Stats 2024

The awards for Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Japan include 25 practice areas. The 10 practice areas with the most recognitions are Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Arbitration and Mediation, Intellectual Property (Non-Patent), Capital Markets Law, Litigation, Patent Practice, Labor and Employment Law, Insolvency and Reorganization Law, Banking and Finance Law and Antitrust/Competition Law.

“Law Firm of the Year” Awards

“Law Firm of the Year” awards recognize a single top firm for its work in a specific legal practice area nationwide. Awards are determined based on a handful of factors, including lawyer feedback, the number of lawyers included in Best Lawyers for that firm and practice area, the number of office locations a firm has, historical analysis of the firm’s “Lawyer of the Year” awards, materials submitted by firms and the firm’s overall scope and areas of expertise.

The 2024 “Law Firm of the Year” recipients in Japan are:

Abe, Ikubo & Katayama
Intellectual Property Law

Anderson Mori & Tomotsune
Labor and Employment Law
Tax Law

Miura & Partners
Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice

Mori Hamada & Matsumoto
Banking and Finance Law
Insolvency and Reorganization Law

Morrison & Foerster
Real Estate Law

Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu
Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Private Equity, Private Funds and Venture Capital Law

Nishimura & Asahi
Litigation
Project Finance and Development Practice

Oh-Ebashi LPC & Partners
Antitrust / Competition Law

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom
Capital Markets Law

Somei, Maeda & Nakagawa Law Offices
Media and Entertainment Law

Showcasing Your Award

Best Lawyers offers several options to showcase awards through impactful marketing.

Please contact sales@bestlawyers.com to learn more about how you can highlight individual lawyer and firm awards through your website, social media channels, Best Lawyers Profile Suite packages and commemorative items.

Interested in seeing Best Lawyers honorees in Japan? Use our Find a Lawyer tool to search by location and specialty.

Access the full report of Best Lawyers international releases, updated continuously.

Headline Image: Adobe Stock/nicholashan

IN PARTNERSHIP

Shine with Wine: One Firm’s Heroic Efforts to Combat Pediatric Cancer

by Best Lawyers

Block O’Toole & Murphy’s annual event has raised millions—and counting—for the world’s premier pediatric cancer treatment facility. Their commitment to the cure is unmatched, and each year boasts more success than ever before.

Two candles on table in front of framed child's artwork and large screen at event

Individual Arbitration of ERISA Breach of Fiduciary Duty Claims – Is it Possible and, if So, Is It Worth It?

by Myron D. Rumeld, Sydney Juliano and Tulio D. Chirinos

Proskauer lawyers discuss whether it is possible and advisable to seek arbitration of ERISA claims.

Glowing hand holding up chart against blue and purple background

Australasian In the Law: Legal News From Our Recently Awarded Countries

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the top legal stories out of Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Singapore, in conjunction with the 2024 Australasian launch.

Suited man sitting at table using a tablet

Presenting The Best Lawyers in Singapore™ 2024

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers offers the most prestigious awards for lawyers and law firms in Singapore for 2024.

The Best Lawyers in New Zealand™ 2024 Awards

by Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in New Zealand 2024 awards include an elite field of top lawyers and law firms.

Auckland, New Zealand Skyline at twilight

The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2024 Launch

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers is excited to announce The Best Lawyers in Australia™ for 2023, including the top lawyers and law firms from Australia.

Australian Parliament beside water at sunset

Radical Change in New England’s Legal Landscape

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers weighs in on the latest regulatory developments fresh out of New England, covering stories from states including Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Vermont.

Umbrella, dice and swipe card all digitized with blue background

Best Law Firms Informational Webinar

by Best Lawyers

The Best Law Firms team hosted a webinar this week highlighting the importance of the submission process and answered law firm questions about presenting clients, professional references and law firm surveys.

Person taking notes in journal with open laptop in background

A Time for Choosing

by Brandon D. Saxon and Debra Ellwood Meppen

Vast changes in the law, at both the federal and state level, have made it even harder to get through the already dense thickets of employment arbitration. What do businesses need to know going forward?

Suited man holding up falling walls with gray and yellow backdrop

The Corporate Push for Renewable Utilities in Georgia

by Gregory Sirico

Best Lawyers highlights the rising popularity of renewable utilities amongst a growing number of major corporations, all with operations based in Georgia.

Blue solar panels lined up in front of blue backdrop

Class-Action Claims to Increase in the Wake of Societal Emphasis of ESG

by Agenique Smiley

Corporate litigators and state lawmakers anticipate a mounting rise in ESG-related issues surrounding class-action lawsuits. One Best Lawyers recognized firm is weighing in with survey data supporting this increase.

Abstract silhouettes of faces in blue, green and beige

Under Pressure

by Antonios Roustopoulos and Sara T. Wagner

Capital markets commercial real estate is under pressure, and creativity is needed to make deals in 2023.

Two corporate employees standing near window with cityscape

Whistleblower Legislation Opens the Doors for More International Claims

by Justin Smulison

An Anti-Money Laundering Act, part of a recently passed Omnibus Budget in the U.S. Senate, is expanding protection for whistleblowers both domestically and internationally.

Shadow figure in spotlight against red and blue brick wall

Best Law Firms® Research Has Begun

by Best Lawyers

Best Law Firms® rankings are annually produced awards recognizing the top law firms across the United States. We are here to offer insight into the submission process for all eligible firms.

Black background with colorful squares and faces

Best Lawyers Voting Is Now Open

by Best Lawyers

Voting has begun in several countries across the globe, including the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe. Below we offer dates, details and answers to voting-related questions to assist with the voting process.

Hands holding smartphone with five stars above phone

Best Lawyers’ Purely Peer Voting: Authenticity and Trust Through Decades of Tradition

by Best Lawyers

Larry A. Campagna of Chamberlain Hrdlicka met with Best Lawyers CEO Phillip Greer to discuss how trust and peer-review feedback are pivotal to building authentic relationships with colleagues in the legal industry.

Hands shaking with silhouette of professionals

Trending Articles

The Best Lawyers in New Zealand™ 2024 Awards

by Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in New Zealand 2024 awards include an elite field of top lawyers and law firms.

Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in America Honorees

by Best Lawyers

Only the top 5.3% of all practicing lawyers in the U.S. were selected by their peers for inclusion in the 29th edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

Gold strings and dots connecting to form US map

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for 2023

by Best Lawyers

The third edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America™ highlights the legal talent of lawyers who have been in practice less than 10 years.

Three arrows made of lines and dots on blue background

Presenting The Best Lawyers in Singapore™ 2024

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers offers the most prestigious awards for lawyers and law firms in Singapore for 2024.

The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2024 Launch

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers is excited to announce The Best Lawyers in Australia™ for 2023, including the top lawyers and law firms from Australia.

IN PARTNERSHIP

Paulson & Nace, PLLC: A Pioneer in Personal Injury Law

by Best Lawyers

Since its inception more than 40 years ago, Paulson & Nace, PLLC, a Washington D.C., Maryland and West Virginia-based personal injury firm, has always led with compassion first. Here are some key insights from the firm on how to go about filing a personal injury claim.

Group of lawyers meet around a conference table

Could Reign Supreme End with the Queen?

by Sara Collin

Canada is revisiting the notion of abolishing the monarchy after Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, but many Canadians and lawmakers are questioning if Canada could, should and would follow through.

Teacup on saucer over image of Queen's eye

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Australia™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms from Australia.

What the Courts Say About Recording in the Classroom

by Christina Henagen Peer and Peter Zawadski

Students and parents are increasingly asking to use audio devices to record what's being said in the classroom. But is it legal? A recent ruling offer gives the answer to a question confusing parents and administrators alike.

Is It Legal for Students to Record Teachers?

The Best Lawyers in South Africa™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

Best Lawyers proudly announces lawyers recognized in South Africa for 2023.

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Germany™ 2023

by Best Lawyers

The results include an elite field of top lawyers and firms from Germany.

Choosing a Title Company: What a Seller Should Expect

by Roy D. Oppenheim

When it comes to choosing a title company, how much power exactly does a seller have?

Famous Songs Unprotected by Copyright Could Mean Royalties for Some

by Michael B. Fein

A guide to navigating copyright claims on famous songs.

Wage and Overtime Laws for Truck Drivers

by Greg Mansell

For truck drivers nationwide, underpayment and overtime violations are just the beginning of a long list of problems. Below we explore the wages you are entitled to but may not be receiving.

Truck Driver Wage and Overtime Laws in the US

Announcing the 2023 The Best Lawyers in Canada Honorees

by Best Lawyers

The Best Lawyers in Canada™ is entering its 17th edition for 2023. We highlight the elite lawyers awarded this year.

Red map of Canada with white lines and dots

Caffeine Overload and DUI Tests

by Daniel Taylor

While it might come as a surprise, the over-consumption of caffeine could trigger a false positive on a breathalyzer test.

Announcing The Best Lawyers in Japan™ 2024

Related Articles

Trending Articles