Department profile
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Investment Funds

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Japan


Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Rankings

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Investment Funds - Japan

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius has a pre-eminent practice favoured by renowned international funds for its ability to service a diverse set of complex matters. The firm is highly regarded for its ability to work on new fund formations and restructurings. The team regularly provides specialist regulatory assistance with licensing applications and registration filings. It offers expertise across a range of vehicle types including private equity, hedge and hybrid funds. The firm is also often looked to by institutional investor groups, including pension and sovereign wealth funds.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • MLB combines an excellent level of expertise on Japanese law and regulations with a sound and practical approach to a variety of business situations.

    Investment Funds respondentAsia-Pacific
  • I always appreciated how practical and business-friendly they are.

    Investment Funds respondentAsia-Pacific

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

  • Band 2Carol Tsuchida
    Band 2Carol Tsuchida

    Carol Tsuchida

    Carol Tsuchida regularly advises prominent sponsors on a range of mandates, including complex formations, restructurings and distributions. She also advises high-end LP-side investors.
    • She understands the client's needs and has strong commercial awareness, accommodating our needs around the clock.

      Investment Funds respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 2Tomoko Fuminaga
    Band 2Tomoko Fuminaga

    Tomoko Fuminaga

    Tomoko Fuminaga is a regulatory specialist, often called upon for her in-depth knowledge of registration and licensing matters by marquee asset managers.

    • Tomoko is great to work with and provides succinct advice.

      Investment Funds respondentAsia-Pacific
    • Tomoko Fuminaga takes a practical approach and helps our efforts in servicing our clients and adhering to best practices in Japan.

      Investment Funds respondentAsia-Pacific

Ranked Individuals at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP (2)

Japan

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP has rankings in the following guides

What success is built on

Chambers is the leading data and intelligence partner for the legal sector.

Explore thought leadership