Anthony, Linder & Cacomanolis (ALC), an international capital markets law firm, formally opened a new office in Tokyo's Otemachi financial center on September 25, 2026. The expansion is strategically aimed at enhancing legal and advisory support for US-Japan cross-border capital market transactions and complex mergers and acquisitions, according to an announcement by ACCESS Newswire. This move establishes ALC's Tokyo presence as a dedicated cross-border legal bridge, specifically designed to facilitate Japanese enterprises' access to US public capital markets.

Comprehensive Advisory Services for Cross-Border Transactions

The new Tokyo office will offer a wide array of legal and advisory services tailored for the intricate landscape of US-Japan transactions. ALC advises on various capital market activities, including initial public offerings (IPOs), de-SPAC transactions, direct listings, and reverse mergers. Beyond public offerings, the firm provides continuous guidance on ongoing regulatory compliance under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, corporate governance structuring for dual-jurisdiction boards, and follow-on public offerings. Additionally, ALC supports complex cross-border M&A, mid-market acquisitions, and corporate restructuring, as reported by Morningstar.