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Young Lawyer of the Year at ALB Japan Law Awards 2023
We are pleased to announce that Keitaro Hamada was recognized as Young Lawyer of the Year at the 19th annual ALB Japan Law Awards, presented by Asian Legal Business/Thomson Reuters and held at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Tokyo on June 8, 2023.
Keitaro deals with various cross-border M&A transactions, both inbound and outbound, backed by his experience working in U.S. and Australian law firms. He has an extensive track record of success in handling private equity deals, not only on acquisitions but also on exits. Further, his practice includes M&A generally, such as business integrations, carve-outs, and JV formation. Clients value his outstanding analysis, communication, and presentation skills beyond just language (both Japanese and English), which he leverages for successful discussions and negotiations with clients, advisors, and counterparties.