Overview
Since joining the firm, Michi Taniguchi has handled matters across a wide range of fields, such as contract review, matters regarding corporate legal affairs, corporate legal consultancy, legal due diligence assessments in connection with mergers and acquisitions, negotiation and litigation cases, bankruptcy, and general civil affairs. In each matter, she remains mindful of the most practical solutions that take into account not only legal perspectives but also the business purposes and circumstances of the client, and she continues to refine her expertise every day.
The kind of lawyer she aspires to be is one who earns the complete trust of her clients. For that purpose, she believes that close communication with her clients is indispensable, in addition to providing specialized knowledge and precise analyses. She makes it a point to carefully understand the background and intentions of each consultation, and to propose the optimal solution according to the situation in an easy-to-understand manner.
Furthermore, her strength lies in her ability to persistently dedicate herself to achieving goals. Even when faced with complex matters or challenging situations, she avoids making rash conclusions, thoroughly analyzing the issues from multiple perspectives and working tirelessly until the best resolution is reached. By leveraging this fortitude, she is able to accurately grasp the anxieties and challenges faced by her clients, serving as a reassuring and dependable advisor.
Ms. Taniguchi remains committed to approaching each case with the utmost sincerity and will continue to devote herself to providing high-value legal services to her clients.
Education & Professional Career
| Apr 2025 | Joined Kitahama Partners |
| Mar 2025 | Graduated from the Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan; Admitted to practice in Japan |
| Mar 2024 | Waseda Law School (J.D.) |
| Mar 2022 | Sophia University (LL.B.) |