Morrison Foerster Named Japan International Law Advisers of the Year by Chambers Asia-Pacific

Morrison Foerster has been named Japan International Law Advisers of the Year at the Chambers Asia-Pacific and Greater China Region Awards 2026. This marks the 12th time that MoFo has been named in this category since the award was created in 2011, underscoring the firm’s position as the leading international firm in the Japanese market.

The recognition highlights MoFo’s continued strength across a broad range of practices and its deep commitment to advising clients on Japan’s most significant inbound and outbound matters. Chambers once again recognized our market-leading capabilities across key areas, including Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, Real Estate, and TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications).

Clients regularly praise MoFo and say, “the firm has very strong knowledge of legal issues both in the USA and Japan and offers a practical, problem-solving approach to issues that arise during negotiations.”

As one of the preeminent law firms in Asia, MoFo provides integrated local and international law advice. The Tokyo office is one of the largest international firms in Japan, with approximately 50 U.S. lawyers, 50 Japanese bengoshi, and lawyers qualified in England & Wales who team with the firm’s global network to advise on Japan’s most significant inbound and outbound transactions, investigations, and disputes.

The Chambers Awards recognize law firms’ achievements in key jurisdictions in specific regions. They also reflect achievements over the past 12 months, including outstanding work, impressive strategic growth, and excellence in client service.

This latest Chambers recognition adds to MoFo Tokyo’s continued momentum and reinforced its position as a leading international practice in Japan.

The firm was recently selected as finalists in 21 nominations across 19 categories at the Asian Legal Business’ (ALB) Japan Law Awards 2026.

To view the full list of winners, please visit the publication’s website.