ZeLo is one of Japan’s leading law firms in the area of venture investment and finance.
We have extensive experience serving as legal counsel for numerous startup fundraising transactions and venture investments by both venture capital (VC) and corporate venture capital (CVC) firms in Japan.
With deep expertise in both Japanese market practices and international standards, including those of the United States, our team handles a broad range of cross-border venture investment and finance matters.
We provide accurate and practical legal advice to international investors investing in Japanese startups, with a strong understanding of the nuances of Japanese business and legal culture.
Our Expertise & Services
- Legal Due Diligence
We deliver precise, fast-turnaround legal due diligence, drawing on our extensive track record with Japan’s startup ecosystem. - Investment Structuring & Contract Negotiation
From preferred shares and convertible equity to warrants, we design optimal investment structures, advise on Japanese-law contracts, and guide you through each negotiation step. - Regulatory Filings & Compliance
Acting as your representative, we prepare and submit every filing required for investments in Japanese companies, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance.
Experiences
- Supported a major VC affiliated with a leading Japanese financial institution in multiple domestic and cross-border startup investments.
- Advised a prominent global venture capital firm on its investment in a Japanese fintech startup.
- Assisted an international investor in a Japanese decarbonization-focused startup.
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