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Yoko Kiritani

Yoko Kiritani

Attorney admitted in Japan Daiichi Tokyo Bar Association

Japanese, English

Graduated from the University of Tokyo, Faculty of Law, in 2002. Admitted to the bar in 2003 (Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association) and joined Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu the same year, engaging in various market financing, M&A, and legal matters for listed companies. Seconded to the proprietary investment division of the Daiwa Securities Group in 2007 and later transferred, handling private equity transactions and fund formation, primarily in the Asia region, as well as regional revitalization projects. Joined Norinchukin Bank in 2014, working on alternative investments, followed by M&A advisory, research, and other consulting services as part of its non-financial service business. Provided client support by leveraging extensive knowledge, industry relationships, and legal expertise across diverse fields such as sustainability, food, and agriculture. Resumed practice as an independent attorney in October 2022 and joined ZeLo Law Firm in April 2025. Main areas of practice include private equity, general corporate law, venture support, M&A, international transactions, financial law, regulatory compliance in the food and agriculture sectors, technology, and new business development, including project management.

Education

2002
Faculty of Law, The University of Tokyo (LL.B.)

Experience

2025
Joined ZeLo
2022
Joined Ohe, Tanaka & Oya Law Office
2014
Joined Norinchukin Bank
2011
Joined Daiwa PI Partners Co., Ltd.
2007
Seconded to Daiwa Securities SMBC Principal Investments Co., Ltd.
2003
Joined Nagashima, Ohno & Tsunematsu Law Office
2003
Admitted to the Bar in Japan
2002
Passed the Japanese Bar Examination

Representative Works

  • Provided legal support for private equity investments, covering fund formation, investment evaluation, due diligence, contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and exit strategies both domestically and internationally.
  • Advised venture companies on capital raising, including strategy development, investment contracts, and regulatory compliance, while providing extensive legal support for investment execution.
  • Assisted in structuring and dissolving joint ventures and business alliances between corporations and venture companies, including contract negotiations and scheme design.
  • Conducted legal due diligence, contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and post-merger integration support for M&A transactions, including cross-border deals, corporate reorganizations, stock transfers, mergers, spin-offs, and business transfers.
  • Supported foreign investment projects in Asia, Europe, and the U.S., including research on local legal frameworks, foreign investment and financial regulations, and transaction execution.
  • Provided legal advice on capital alliances, investment structuring, and business partnerships in the food and agriculture sectors.
  • Advised corporate clients on governance enhancement, compliance with labor and crisis management issues, and supported the establishment of internal regulations and response measures.
  • Assisted in structuring investments, negotiating contracts, and conducting risk analyses for project finance and real estate finance transactions both domestically and internationally.

Activities

  • JAPAN ACADEMIC SOCIETY OF AGRICULTURAL LAW
  • Japan In-House Lawyers Association

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