Masuda Funai Information

For nearly a century, Masuda Funai has helped domestic and international companies successfully enter, operate and expand throughout the United States. Founded in 1929, the firm serves as a trusted legal and business advisor to organizations ranging from emerging businesses to global enterprises across a broad range of industries. With offices in Chicago, Schaumburg, Detroit and Los Angeles, we provide practical, business-focused counsel designed to help clients achieve their strategic objectives. Masuda Funai is widely recognized for its cross-border capabilities and is one of the most established U.S. law firms advising Japanese companies and other international businesses on their U.S. operations. Our bilingual attorneys and professionals help clients navigate legal, cultural and business considerations while establishing, acquiring, financing, operating and growing businesses throughout the United States. Our attorneys advise clients across a full range of legal disciplines, including Commercial, Competition & Trade, Corporate, Finance & Acquisitions, Employment, Labor & Benefits, Immigration, Intellectual Property & Technology, Litigation and Real Estate. Masuda Funai's commitment to excellence is reflected in the firm's recognition as a 2026 Legal 500 Chicago Elite Tier 1 firm. The firm is also recognized by Chambers USA Spotlight for its strengths in mergers & acquisitions and immigration and our attorneys are regularly recognized by Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers® and other leading legal ranking organizations. Many of our client relationships span decades, reflecting the trust we've built through responsive service, practical guidance and results-driven counsel. Whether entering the U.S. market, managing day-to-day operations or pursuing transformational growth opportunities, clients rely on Masuda Funai as a long-term strategic partner.