Mori Hamada

Mori Hamada advises a diverse portfolio of major clients across key industries, including leading industrial corporations, financial institutions, and private equity funds, on a wide range of sophisticated corporate and M&A matters. The practice is co-led by Hajime Tanahashi, who brings specialised expertise in private equity and venture financing, and Gaku Ishiwata, who advises on M&A and broader corporate issues across sectors such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and retail. Akira Matsushita is particularly noted for his work in shareholder activism, having represented numerous listed companies facing activist campaigns, proxy battles, and hostile takeover attempts. Atsushi Oishi is a key advisor for clients navigating complex M&A deals and intra-group corporate restructurings. Another key member of the team is Stanley Yukevich, who continues to play a significant role in high-stakes corporate transactions.