Hiroshi Ishihara

Tokyo, JP

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020

About Hiroshi Ishihara

Hiroshi Ishihara is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan^™ since 2020. Hiroshi Ishihara is recognized in the following practice areas:

Tokyo, Japan
- Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice

Current Firm: Anderson Mori & Tomotsune

Location: Tokyo, JP

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