Here we are 20 or so months from the start of the pandemic that has changed our lives – probably forever. For the most part here in Japan, we have survived what we would have thought …
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It’s now June 2021 and, thankfully, the legal market continues to trend upwards here in Tokyo. We are seeing more law firms resume or increase hiring, as well as a steadily increasing demand …
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The legal recruiting market in Japan is nearly at a standstill and opportunities are scarce. It is not a great time to be looking for a job. If you are lucky enough to be employed and have a …
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In order to adapt to these highly unusual circumstances that much of the world is currently facing, many companies and law firms have implemented business continuity plans. As the weeks and …
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Japan’s economy, like much of the world, has taken a massive hit in the past weeks with the COVID-19 outbreak and the ensuing recession – and it feels like things are only just beginning. …
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Coronavirus panic has officially hit Japan and, as feared, we are already seeing an impact on the job market. Is this the beginning of the recession that many have been anticipating? Perhaps …
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