“Honored partnerships” and “cherished friendships” are how Barnes & Thornburg describes its relationships with all its Japanese clients.
The Indianapolis-based law firm has become one of the 100 largest and fastest-growing in the United States, thanks to its steadfast service to Japanese businesses.
The firm’s Japanese Services Group is among the oldest and largest in the country, supporting hundreds of Japanese clients around the world. It includes Japanese lawyers, honorary consuls to Japan and other professionals with careers helping Japanese organizations achieve their goals.
The continued rapid growth in its Japanese client base is no surprise to Partner Pete Morse, who heads the firm’s Global Services practice group.
“We never forget the reason we exist: to anticipate business trends, remain attentive to client needs and ensure their priorities remain ours. That includes handling legal matters, making regular visits to Japan and client sites, providing legal education, making introductions to government officials and even helping find a perfect gift for one of their customer’s big anniversaries,” Morse said.
