New York (April 1, 2025) – Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Bradley K. Edmister has joined its New York corporate practice as a partner. With extensive experience in cross-border transactions, Mr. Edmister brings a wealth of knowledge in international mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and capital markets, further bolstering Venable's capabilities in serving global clients.
"We are excited to welcome Bradley to our New York corporate practice," said Lisa Tavares, a co-chair of Venable’s Business Division. "His extensive experience in cross-border transactions and deep understanding of the complexities of international M&A will greatly benefit our clients."
“I joined Venable because of its excellent reputation as a national full-service firm that can handle all aspects of complex mergers and acquisitions, through its various specialist teams around the country, while also supporting clients on an ongoing basis after the deal,” said Mr. Edmister. “The firm’s collaborative approach and commitment to providing innovative solutions align perfectly with my values and aspirations.”
Fluent in Japanese, Mr. Edmister spent a decade practicing in Tokyo, where he advised on transactions across Asia. His expertise encompasses a diverse array of public and private M&A matters for both strategic and financial clients across a variety of industries. He also advises global equity and debt capital market transactions.
As a trusted advisor to major global corporations, Mr. Edmister also coordinates comprehensive U.S. legal advice, encompassing disputes, trade sanctions, and regulatory matters. His expertise in capital markets is underscored by his advisory role in numerous global equity and debt offerings involving prominent Japanese companies and financial institutions. He is recognized as one of the leading advisors to Japan Real Estate Investment Trusts (J-REITs) and listed Japanese infrastructure funds, frequently guiding issuers and underwriters in global offerings.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Edmister has shared his knowledge on U.S. law as a lecturer at Keio University Law School in Tokyo for over ten years.
Mr. Edmister holds a B.A. from Harvard University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School.
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