Shingo Isobe

Expert cross-border counsel for our Japanese subsidiary

Our company, based in San Antonio, recently needed to navigate a complex compliance review for our newly established subsidiary in Tokyo. We were referred to Shingo Isobe of Atsumi & Sakai, and it proved to be an excellent decision. While his primary practice is in Japan, his understanding of the interplay between U.S. parent company expectations and Japanese corporate governance law was invaluable. He expertly guided us through a review of our subsidiary's internal controls and director liability frameworks, areas where his recognition by Best Lawyers in Corporate Governance and Compliance was clearly evident. His advice was not just technically sound but also pragmatic, focusing on building a sustainable compliance culture rather than just checking boxes. The one area where we experienced a slight delay was in receiving some follow-up documentation, which took a few days longer than initially anticipated, likely due to the time zone difference and his demanding schedule. Overall, Mr. Isobe provided precisely the high-caliber, internationally-minded counsel we needed. For any U.S. company dealing with corporate governance matters in Japan, his expertise is highly recommended.