DLA Piper

DLA Piper is one of the largest global law firms with lawyers located in more than 40 countries/90 offices throughout the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific including Japan positioning us to help clients with their legal needs around the world.

We strive to be the leading global business law firm by delivering quality and value to our clients.

We achieve this through practical and innovative legal solutions that help our clients succeed. We deliver consistent services across our platform of practices and sectors in all matters we undertake.

Our clients range from multinational, Global 1000, Fortune 500 and the Tokyo Stock Exchange listed enterprises to emerging companies developing industry-leading technologies. They include more than half of the Fortune 250 and nearly half of the FTSE 350 or their subsidiaries. We also advise governments and public sector bodies.

Marsh

Marsh Risk is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Marsh Risk, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Oliver Wyman

Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Pitcher Partners

Pitcher Partners is a member of Baker Tilly International, a global network of independent accounting and business advisory firms.  As a national association of six independent accounting, audit and business advisory practices, Pitcher Partners has firms in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Newcastle & Hunter and Perth. 

Established in 1991, we are one of the largest accounting, audit, tax and business advisory firms in Australia.

With 148 partners and more than 1,500 staff, our association delivers the most personalised and responsive accounting and advisory services in Australia.

We work with middle market businesses, from family-run companies to renowned industry leaders and iconic brands, providing them with accounting and advisory services that support their growth. In supporting our clients complete their transactions we provide a comprehensive range of M&A services, due diligence, tax structuring as well as ongoing services post-merger. 

With such a strong economic relationship and shared values between Japan and Australia, our practice has naturally evolved to providing many Japanese firms with investment support into Australia.  This has led to the establishment of our Japan Desk in Australia, including experienced bilingual Japanese professionals, dedicated to providing advice on inbound investment.

Our goal is to deliver sharp, strategic solutions in deal advisory and taxation structuring and advice for cross-border transactions between Japan and Australia, backed by a full-service accounting and assurance firm.

Japan In-house Counsel Network (JICN)

The Japan In-house Counsel Network (JICN) was first launched in 2005 and is an unincorporated professional association for in-house counsels working in, or having other affiliations with, Japan. 

The goal of JICN is to expand expertise, broaden the knowledge, and strengthen the skills of legal professionals in Japan. JICN offers:

1. Educational seminars aimed at updating and broadening the legal competency of its members regarding both domestic and cross-border issues;
2. Skills training that provides troubleshooting, brainstorming and team building activities that can be applied in any business organization;
3. Career events that enable members to benefit from insights and experience of other legal professionals and external experts, and to otherwise enhance their career development; and
4. Social events that not only provide a fun way to network but also build a sense of community among JICN members.

Japan Private Equity Association (JPEA)

The Japan Private Equity Association(JPEA) actively seeks to contribute to the development of Japanese economic society by enhancing the quality of the private equity business in Japan and ensuring the healthy development of the industry.  Most recently, there were 64 members and 120 supporting members. (As of 14th May, 2025)

JVCA

The Japan Venture Capital Association (JVCA) is an organization centered on venture capital (hereinafter referred to as VC) that supports the start-up, growth, and development of promising unlisted companies. Since its launch in November 2002, the association has been working toward the goal of further strengthening mutual cooperation within the VC industry and its role in nurturing venture companies. The number of regular members of the association, which includes VC and corporate venture capital firms, is 295 companies, and the number of supporting members, which includes companies that support the industry, is 393 companies.

Singapore Venture Capital Association (SVCA)

The Singapore Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (SVCA) was formed in 1992 under the patronage of the Economic Development Board to promote the development of the venture capital (VC) and private equity (PE) industry. From a humble start of two, our membership now exceeds one hundred and continues to grow in tandem with the industry's development.

To foster greater understanding of the importance of venture capital and private equity to the Singapore economy in support of entrepreneurship and innovation and to look after the interests of our members, promote professional development, raise professional standards as well as facilitate collaboration among members.

As a not-for-profit organisation, the association strives to:

• Promote the professional development of the industry through awards, training, workshops and conference
• Facilitate interaction and collaboration among its members through regular networking events
• Act as a platform for dialogue on regulatory and policy issues pertaining to VC and PE through data research, feedback and consultation with members and regulatory authorities
• Build linkages to centres of VC and PE activities in the region through active participation at regional and global VC & PE Initiatives

VEC

Venture Enterprise Centre (VEC) was established in 1975 under a license from the Minister of International Trade and Industry (now the Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry) to support the development of startups. It became a general incorporated foundation in 2012. The VEC supports the creation and development of startups by carrying out projects such as “research and information provision”, such as surveys of investment trends by venture capitalists and others, “policy proposals” through surveys and research on specific issues, and “development of the entrepreneurial environment” to promote interaction between entrepreneurs and supporters.

Women in Law Japan (WILJ)

Women in Law Japan (WILJ) is a leading professional network dedicated to supporting women in the legal profession and their allies. Distinctively positioned in Japan, WILJ brings together both Japanese and international legal professionals, fostering meaningful connections across jurisdictions, sectors, and career stages. Guided by its mission to Inspire, Connect, and Empower, WILJ provides a dynamic platform for networking, mentoring, professional development, and leadership growth. Through its diverse and inclusive community, WILJ promotes the advancement of women in law while strengthening collaboration and allyship across the broader legal ecosystem. Today, WILJ’s growing membership spans more than 20 countries and over 40 jurisdictions. Through its vibrant community and impactful programming, WILJ continues to enhance the visibility, influence, and success of women in law in Japan and beyond.

Asia Business Law Journal (ABLJ)

Law.asia is an award-winning portal providing news, analysis and expert advice on business law in Asia to in-house counsel, lawyers in private practice and other business and legal leaders. It features the proprietary editorial content and archives of our premium legal magazines – Asia Business Law Journal, China Business Law Journal and India Business Law Journal – along with videos, law firm listings, awards and much more. Produced by Law.asia Limited, an independent media company, Law.asia is multilingual, offering content in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.

Soken

AL-IN, founded in 2006, is a leading magazine specialized asset management information for institutional investors.

AL-IN uniquely covers traditional asset classes such as equity and bond but also alternative asset, like HF, PE, real estate, infrastructure and others.

AL-IN compiles the latest and timely topics from its unique and objective point of view.

The magazine is delivered with free of charge to the institutional investors, pension funds and financial institutions.