Welcome to Japan Law Society (JLS). This is an organization of individuals interested in law in Japan. We have a monthly newsletter, and regular events, including social gatherings and Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars via the Internet. MissionThe JLS's goals are generally to improve the legal profession by educating attorneys, enabling attorneys to network, and encouraging the spread of the rule of law. The JLS hopes that other countries may learn from Japan, Japan may learn from other countries, and together we will arrive at best practices for the legal industry. MembershipAnyone with an interest in the law in Japan may join JLS, including individuals working in a law firm, teaching or studying law, acting as in-house counsel, or looking for law-related work or business in the area. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE AN ATTORNEY TO PARTICIPATE. Members of any nationality are very welcome. JLS strives to be an international organization. Consequently, we welcome and encourage Japanese individuals to participate. Please see the Join page to sign up for the JLS. NewsletterInformation concerning upcoming CLEs, and conferences, as well as social, job and networking opportunities, and any other issues of interest to the Japan legal community are included in the newsletter. CalendarContinuing Legal Education, Dinners and other Events are listed on the Calendar. Publications of InterestFor articles relevant to members, please see this page. JLS AdministratorsJLS is always looking for individuals interested in improving the legal profession. If you would like to volunteer to assist with JLS, please contact JLS. DisclaimerThis website and all contents, text, images, data, information and other materials contained herein are for general informational purposes only and are not intended to constitute legal advice or legal services. Neither viewing this website, nor the transmission or receipt of any information or materials in connection with this website, shall create any attorney/client, confidential, or fiduciary relationship, nor shall the transmission or receipt of any information or materials in connection with this website be considered a substitute for legal advice or consultation with a qualified attorney. JLS DOES NOT PROVIDE LEGAL ADVICE. Simply contacting JLS or any member of JLS does not create an attorney/client relationship or privilege. If you contact a member of JLS, please note that in accordance with accepted practice and the law of many jurisdictions, sending an email or contacting an attorney by any method without execution of an engagement agreement does not constitute the formation of an attorney-client relationship. |