AI law firm invades Japan: Harvey opens Tokyo office
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Harvey, a US startup that builds artificial intelligence tools for lawyers, will open an office in Japan in 2027, its CEO said. The move marks the company's first major push into Asia.
Harvey makes AI software that helps law firms and companies draft contracts, research cases, and review documents. The technology falls under "legal AI," a term for artificial intelligence designed specifically for legal work.
The Tokyo office will serve Japanese law firms and businesses that want to speed up legal tasks. No details were given on how many staff the office will hire or where it will be located.
Japan has become a popular target for AI companies. The country has a large legal market and a government that supports new technology.