Haruno Suzuki is a consultant in Tilleke & Gibbins’ dispute resolution department in Bangkok, on secondment from Iwata Godo, a law firm in Tokyo, Japan. She is recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan 2026.

She brings extensive experience advising clients on a broad spectrum of legal matters, encompassing both transactional and litigation work. Her practice includes legal support for shareholders’ meetings and advisory services related to key Japanese legislation, including the Civil Code, the Companies Act, the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, the Banking Act, and the Act on the Protection of Personal Information.

At Tilleke & Gibbins, Haruno plays a key role in supporting the firm’s international litigation practice, particularly for foreign—especially Japanese—corporate clients. She collaborates closely with the firm’s Thai litigators and Japanese companies to develop effective case strategies and deliver favorable outcomes.

With her analytical acumen, responsiveness, and effective communication, Haruno has played a pivotal role in high-stakes corporate matters, including a multiyear shareholder dispute. Her strategic legal analysis and precise drafting led to favorable litigation outcomes. Her transactional experience includes legal due diligence and contract preparation for M&A and other commercial transactions. She has also worked closely with in-house legal departments, notably during her secondment to Mitsubishi Corporation, where she advised on corporate governance and M&A matters and earned high praise for her contributions.

She was admitted to practice by the Japan Federation of Bar Associations and the Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association.