The Korea In-house Counsel Association (KICA) recently held a Korea-Japan Cross-Border Business and Legal Exchange Programme in Tokyo, continuing its collaboration with the Japan In-House Lawyers Association (JILA).
A delegation of 25 in-house counsel and legal professionals from the KICA, including president Jaehwan Lee and vice-president Yoonkyo Ryu, attended a seminar organised by JILA focusing on recent trends in Japan’s M&A market.
The discussions also covered the operational models, activities and distinguishing characteristics of the two associations.
“The meeting with the JILA was particularly meaningful, as both organisations share a similar role and structure within their respective jurisdictions, allowing for a uniquely balanced and practical exchange of perspectives,” said Lee.
The KICA delegation also visited the offices of Japanese law firms TMI Associates and Nozomi Sogo Attorneys at Law, and exchanged views with the legal department of LY Corporation on the Japanese legal market and cross-border business practices.
The discussions revolved around developments in Japan’s corporate legal environment, recent M&A trends, the evolving role of in-house legal teams, and regulatory responses within technology companies.
“This programme served as a meaningful opportunity for Korean and Japanese in-house counsel to directly share practical insights and legal trends while building a foundation for long-term collaboration,” said Lee.
He noted that the KICA will continue its collaboration with the JILA and Japanese law firms through future seminars and networking events.
The KICA will host its next cross-border exchange programme in Shanghai in 2027.
