Kakuji Mitani

Mr. Mitani has extensive experience in corporate legal affairs, both domestically and internationally, with a particular focus on company law. He is dedicated to helping businesses resolve issues and make critical decisions at the forefront of their operations, including areas such as corporate governance, M&A transactions, board of directors’ operations, and compliance and other material matters.

Mr. Mitani also possesses a wealth of experience in handling shareholder derivative lawsuits, corporate litigation, and disputes related to large-scale contracts. His expertise extends to cross-border M&A transactions and international cartel cases in the field of antitrust and competition law. In recent years, He has been committed to supporting the growth of startup companies by providing strategic and practical advice tailored to each stage of their development.

Kakuji Mitani

Admissions

2002
Admitted to the bar (Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association)
弁護士登録(第一東京弁護士会)
2008
New York State Bar Association
ニューヨーク州弁護士登録

Education

2000
The University of Tokyo (LL.B.)
東京大学法学部卒業
2007
Columbia Law School (LL.M.)
米国 Columbia Law School (LL.M.)

Career

2007
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2008
Weil,Gotshal & Manges (NY)
Weil,Gotshal & Manges (NY) 勤務
2011
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2021
Partner at Momo-o, Matsuo & Namba
桃尾・松尾・難波法律事務所パートナー
2021
Established Sparkle Legal
スパークル法律事務所 設立