Ghosn Hires Renowned U.S. Law Firm: WSJ

November 27, 2018

New York--Former Nissan Motor Co. <7201> Chairman Carlos Ghosn has concluded a contract with a renowned U.S.-based law firm, The Wall Street Journal reported Monday. Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP, which represents major U.S. financial institutions, will defend Ghosn against allegations of financial misconduct in Japan, the daily said.

Details of the firm's role are unknown.

Brad Karp., chairman of the law firm, and Michael E. Gertzman, a partner of the firm, will take charge of Ghosn's case, according to the newspaper.

Ghosn, 64, was arrested last week on suspicion of underreporting his remuneration in the automaker's financial statements. He is believed to have denied the allegation in questioning by public prosecutors. Jiji Press