DLA Piper Expands Tokyo Office with Leading Investment Funds Team.
DLA Piper has expanded its Tokyo office with the arrival of a highly regarded Investment Funds team, marking an exciting new chapter for the firm’s presence in Japan and across Asia.
Joining from Withers, the new team is led by partners Koji Yamamoto and Yoshiyuki Omori, both recognized for their deep expertise in investment funds and management.
They are joined by Wataru Sasaki as of counsel, along with associates Hiroki Hosoda and Matthew Shiota, and paralegals Hirokazu Miyamoto and Noriko Narahara.
Koji and Yoshiyuki bring over two decades of experience in advising clients on investment fund structures and management. Both are qualified to practice in New York, and Yoshiyuki also holds a Japanese qualification.
Their team combines bengoshi and foreign-registered lawyers, offering a wealth of knowledge that spans domestic and international funds, financial institutions, capital raising, trading on Japanese exchanges, and navigating the complex local regulatory environment.
The team has also guided fund managers in setting up both offshore and onshore investment funds with a range of strategies that involve Japan.
Catherine Pogorzelski, International Sector Head for Investment Management and Funds at DLA Piper, said:
“This is an exciting development for our Investment Management and Funds practice in Asia. The arrival of Koji, Yoshiyuki, and their team significantly strengthens our client offering in Tokyo and deepens our global investment management bench.”
“Their cross-border expertise and deep knowledge of the Japanese regulatory environment position us ideally to support clients looking to invest or raise capital through Japan.”
Luke Gannon, Head of Corporate and Funds and Investment Management in Asia, added:
“I am pleased to welcome Koji and the team to the Asia Corporate and Investment Funds teams. This is our first Investment Funds team appointment in Japan, marking a significant milestone for our Asia Funds practice.”
“The increasing demand from clients to invest in Japan, coupled with improved investor confidence, presents a substantial market opportunity and our expanded team is well-equipped to capitalize on this growth.”
Masahiko (Masa) Ishida, Country Managing Partner in Tokyo, shared:
“With the continued support from our clients and colleagues around the globe, DLA Piper’s Tokyo office has seen steady and significant growth. This strategic hire further strengthens our capabilities, building on recent senior-level appointments – including Lawrence Carter, who rejoined as Co-Head of our Japan Employment practice, and Ed Sheremeta, who relocated from Hong Kong to serve as Co-Head of Real Estate for Japan.”
“With our exceptional investment funds team led by Koji and Yoshiyuki, and strong synergies across our existing practices, including our market-leading M&A practice and renowned Real Estate group, I am confident that DLA Piper Tokyo will continue delivering best-in-class service as a truly global, one-stop solution provider for our clients.”
DLA Piper is a global law firm with a strong reputation for providing legal services across a broad spectrum of industries and sectors. With offices in more than 40 countries, the firm offers comprehensive legal solutions in areas such as corporate law, litigation, intellectual property, real estate, and regulatory matters. DLA Piper serves a diverse range of clients, including multinational corporations, governments, and individuals, delivering innovative and strategic advice. The firm is known for its collaborative approach, providing tailored legal expertise to address complex, cross-border issues while maintaining a commitment to exceptional client service.
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