Nishimura & Asahi has welcomed Jason Jose Jiao as a partner, marking a significant addition as the first Philippine-qualified partner to join the firm’s Japan office.
Jiao brings a wealth of experience in corporate and commercial law, specialising in cross-border M&A, joint ventures and reorganisations.
With nearly two decades of legal practice in Japan, he has garnered a stellar reputation for his expertise in advising public and private companies. His diverse experience spans construction and infrastructure, consumer and retail, energy, fintech, manufacturing and industrial and private equity.
His journey in the legal field commenced in the Philippines, where he served as a litigation lawyer and specialised in handling commercial litigation and corporate disputes.