Catherine O'Connell

Catherine O'Connell

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  • Catherine O'Connell Law - Flexible Legal Secondments グラフィック

    Catherine O'Connell Law - Flexible Legal Secondments

    Tokyo, Japan

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    Toyota City

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    New Zealand

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Osaka, Japan

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    Tokyo, Japan

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    Christchurch, New Zealand

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    New Zealand

学歴

  • University of Canterbury グラフィック

    University of Canterbury

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    In 1989 I studied part time while tour-guiding. From 1990 I was a full time law student. The Japanese language department hired me to teach the first year Japanese-language class for two years so I taught the Japanese language program whilst studying my first and second-year law papers.

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    I studied for the UK Bar Exam remotely in Japan and sat the bar exam in Hong Kong.

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    ゼミ・クラブ・サークル:Tavelled to Nagano Prefecture in Japan to attend "New Zealand Fair" promotiion of New Zealand food and culture. I worked in the Restaurant. I also won two Language Competitions while studying Japanese and the travelled to Japan as first prize. These activities were instrumental in my finding a love for Japan, its language and culture.

    Konnichiwa Speak Japanese Competition - 1st place 1986
    First in Class 1985 and 1986
    New Zealand Fair, Kurumayama Kogen, Nagano Prefecture, Japan 1985

資格

ボランティア経験

  • Global Women グラフィック

    Panelist

    Global Women

    – 1ヶ月

    Education

    I spoke on a Panel at the Global Women Hui in Waitangi on "Local going Global" Along with MC Amanda Ellis, l was joined by Michele Embling, Justine Daw and Caroline Rainsfield and we all emphasised the importance of uplifting fellow women locally and globally, both interpersonally and systemically.

  • ON Consulting Group グラフィック

    Fundraising Coordinator

    ON Consulting Group

    – 1ヶ月

    Disaster and Humanitarian Relief

    With two others we ran a fundraising effort at Tokyo Tower to raise funds for flooding in the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand. We raised JPY 3 Million (NZD $36,500) sent to New Zealand via Red Cross.

  • Asian Legal Business グラフィック

    Judging Panel for the ALB Japan Law Awards 2017-2018-2019

    Asian Legal Business

    – 1ヶ月

    Education

    I was delighted to be welcomed on board the judging panel for the ALB Japan Law Awards 2017, 2018 and 2019 and to attend the Awards Ceremonies in each year.

  • New York State Bar Association グラフィック

    New York State Bar International Section Global Conference 2019 - Panelist

    New York State Bar Association

    – 1ヶ月

    Education

    I shared insights from a General Counsel's perspective particularly about the changes in legal departments from 10 years ago (more qualified lawyers and increased use of contract lawyering); doing away with the billable hour (retainers, capped fees); and really getting to know your client's business by sitting with them in the office or virtually.

  • Asian Legal Business グラフィック

    Panel Speaker

    Asian Legal Business

    – 1ヶ月

    Education

    Panelist at the ALB "Japan Anti-Corruption Forum" held on October 13, 2015, speaking on the topic of "Establishing a culture of good governance and transparency" - Tone at the Top/building a business case for corruption & compliance/how to ingrain ownership of risk beyond the compliance team.

  • Wolters Kluwer Law & Business グラフィック

    Panel Speaker

    Wolters Kluwer Law & Business

    – 1ヶ月

    Education

    Panelist at Wolters Kluwer Global Competition Law Forum at the Shangri-La Hotel in Tokyo, May 21, 2105 1st GRAND Panel — Compliance and Regulatory Issues for International Companies — Best Practice Advice for In-house Counsel, Moderator — Daiske Yoshida, Partner, Latham &, Watkins
    http://www.cch.com.hk/ExecutiveEvent_DocumentLibrary/Japan_Global-Competition-Law-Forum_21-May.pdf

  • The In-House Community (www.inhousecommunity.com) - Hosted by Pacific Business Press グラフィック

    Guest Speaker

    The In-House Community (www.inhousecommunity.com) - Hosted by Pacific Business Press

    – 1ヶ月

    Education

    I was a guest speaker for the Panel discussion on the topic of "Changing Lead into Gold: The Transformative Role of Legal Counsel" discussing topics such as: What Really Matters to Legal Counsel, Risk Management, Collaboration & Competition, and Solving the Legal Cost/Value conundrum

講習コース

  • Coaching/Mentor Pilot Progam

    2014

  • Development Dimensions International - Facilitation Workshop

    June 2013

  • Executive Coach (Symbiosis)

    2024

  • The Board Director Training Institute of Japan - English Language "Director Boot Camp" Program

    2002/2022/2023

受賞歴

  • Boutique Law Firm of the Year 2023 @Japan Law Awards

    Asian Legal Business (Thompson Reuters)

    I was awarded Boutique Law Firm of the Year Award 2023 amongst 5 top finalists. To have won this award in just 5 years of launching my fractional, secondment based unique business model for a law firm in Tokyo, this Award signifies an absolute true honor and testament to my journey of growth and self-discovery.

    ■ Details of the criteria, how are the finalists chosen, how the winners chosen and who are the judging panel for the Japan Law Awards are set out in the Award entry below ↓…

    I was awarded Boutique Law Firm of the Year Award 2023 amongst 5 top finalists. To have won this award in just 5 years of launching my fractional, secondment based unique business model for a law firm in Tokyo, this Award signifies an absolute true honor and testament to my journey of growth and self-discovery.

    ■ Details of the criteria, how are the finalists chosen, how the winners chosen and who are the judging panel for the Japan Law Awards are set out in the Award entry below ↓ (under Foreign Lawyer of the Year Award 2022)

    I was also a FINALIST in TWO further AWARD categories. Nominated by peers in the community.
    💥 Woman Lawyer of the Year 2023 (Law Firm) - (also a finalist in 2021 & 2022)
    💥 Rising Law Firm of the Year 2023 - (also a finalist in 2020, 2021, 2022)

  • Foreign Lawyer of the Year 2022 @Japan Law Awards

    ALB Japan Law Awards 2022

    I received the Foreign Lawyer of the Year Award 2022 amongst 12 Finalists and 440+ Foreign Lawyers in Japan!

    ◾️ Criteria
    The judges consider the following factors: the nominee’s leadership, professional accomplishments (in terms of breadth, complexity, innovativeness and impact and significance), contribution to her/his immediate organisation, the bench and bar, and the general public, including the initiatives taken or participated in, towards community development especially on…

    I received the Foreign Lawyer of the Year Award 2022 amongst 12 Finalists and 440+ Foreign Lawyers in Japan!

    ◾️ Criteria
    The judges consider the following factors: the nominee’s leadership, professional accomplishments (in terms of breadth, complexity, innovativeness and impact and significance), contribution to her/his immediate organisation, the bench and bar, and the general public, including the initiatives taken or participated in, towards community development especially on women/youth empowerment, innovation, development and social contribution

    ◾️How are the finalists chosen?
    Asian Legal Business compiles all of the submission entries, and the ALB editorial and research teams extensively review each submission to ensure the criteria are met in order to advance to the shortlist of finalists. ALB stresses that this process is fair, impartial and not subject to external influences.

    ◾️ How are the winners chosen?
    Once the shortlist of finalists are announced, an independent judging panel reviews and selects their top three choices for the award categories they are assigned to. The scores for each award category are tabulated, and the individual/firm/team with the highest score will be announced as the winner.

    ◾️ Who are the judging panel for ALB Japan Law Awards?
    They are an independent judging panel of at least 25 senior and expert legal industry leaders to review the submission materials. The judging panel are selected on the basis of their expertise and knowledge, and are comprised from various sectors to correspond to the diverse list of award categories. A partial list of judges’ names are released prior to the awarding ceremony, and the remaining judges are revealed on the evening of the awards.

  • Multiple Finalist in Japan Law Awards - 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |2023

    Asian Legal Business (ALB)

    I've been voted by the judging team as a finalist in the annual ALB Japan Law Awards since 2020 in four categories: Foreign Lawyer of the Year | Boutique Law Firm of the Year | Woman Lawyer of the Year (Law Firm) | Rising Law Firm of the Year

  • ACCJ 2020 Leader of the Year

    American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ)

    "The ACCJ thanks Catherine O'Connell for her outstanding service as Co-Chair of the Legal Services & IP Committee. Catherine headed the merger of the Legal Services & IP Committee with grace and collegiality, ensuring a smooth and positive transition and unity in purpose.
    Her vision and dedication enabled the ACCJ to provide critical information to members to navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. She also led programs which attracted widespread participation across the Chamber…

    "The ACCJ thanks Catherine O'Connell for her outstanding service as Co-Chair of the Legal Services & IP Committee. Catherine headed the merger of the Legal Services & IP Committee with grace and collegiality, ensuring a smooth and positive transition and unity in purpose.
    Her vision and dedication enabled the ACCJ to provide critical information to members to navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. She also led programs which attracted widespread participation across the Chamber and has been instrumental in the ACCJ's Advocacy efforts on the easing of the re-entry restrictions.
    As a result, the Legal Services & IP Committee became one of the most active Committees in 2020"
    - Peter Fitzgerald, ACCJ President
    https://www.accj.or.jp/2020-leaders-and-volunteers-of-the-year

  • Entrepreneur of the Year - BCCJ 2020 British Business Awards

    British Chamber of Commerce in Japan (BCCJ)

    BBCJ says: By the conclusion of the British Business Awards 2020 (#BBA2020) nomination period, we had received 37 eligible nominations across 6 categories. 5 companies were in the running to lift the BBA Entrepreneur of the Year trophy.
    “Nominees should be individuals who exemplify entrepreneurialism and have created
    commercial success through an entrepreneurial spirit. Nominees will typically be leading non-listed organisations in Japan with 25 employees or fewer.”…

    BBCJ says: By the conclusion of the British Business Awards 2020 (#BBA2020) nomination period, we had received 37 eligible nominations across 6 categories. 5 companies were in the running to lift the BBA Entrepreneur of the Year trophy.
    “Nominees should be individuals who exemplify entrepreneurialism and have created
    commercial success through an entrepreneurial spirit. Nominees will typically be leading non-listed organisations in Japan with 25 employees or fewer.”
    https://bccjapan.com/news/bba-2020-winner-profile-entrepreneur-of-the-year-catherine-oconnell-law/

  • Global Chamber 2023, 2020 Global Excellence Award (Tokyo)

    Global Chamber

    "The award winners exemplify excellence through growth, success, innovation, creativity, community leadership and achievement. They set a high standard for trusted, capable and honorable global business leadership" - Doug Bruhnke, Global Chamber Founder/CEO

  • ALB Law Firm Trailblazers 2020

    Asian Legal Business (ALB)

    Thomson Reutersが発行するALB(Asian Legal Business)2020年8月号の特集第1回「ALB Trailblazers 2020」において、当事務所は日本の中小法律事務所として唯一選ばれました。
    We were the only Law firm in Japan to be chosen as the Thomson Reuters ALB (Asian Legal Business) Trailblazer Law Firm of the Year 2020 in the Small and Midsized Firm category. We congratulation our peers in the Japan legal community, Nishimura Asahi for being the only Japanese firm chosen in the Large Firm category.

  • ALB Japan Law Awards 2021

    ALB (Asian Legal Business)

    FINALIST in THREE AWARD categories. Nominated by peers in the community.
    💥Woman Lawyer of the Year 2021 (Law Firm)
    💥Boutique Law Firm of the Year 2021 (also a finalist in 2020)
    💥Foreign Lawyer of the Year 2020 (also a finalist in 2020)

  • 2018 BCCJ British Business Awards Entrepreneur of the Year Category Nominee

    BCCJ

    I was a finalist nominee in the 2018 British Chamber of Commerce in Japan British Business Awards Entrepreneur Category. This category recognizes individuals who exemplify entrepreneurialism and have created commercial success through an entrepreneurial spirit.
    https://www.bccjapan.com/news/2018/10/2018-bba-nominees-entrepreneur-year/
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/bccjapan/30832879187/in/album-72157673228847797/

  • The Dale Carnegie Course

    Dale Carnegie & Associates

    I was first runner-up in this course I took over 12 weeks from March to June 2017.
    This effective communication training course helped me master the human relation skills demanded in today's tough business environment. I learned to 1) improve human relations skills, 2) increase communication effectiveness, 3) strengthen interpersonal relationships, 4) manage stress and 5) handle fast-changing workplace conditions. I developed more effective communication skills and became better equipped to…

    I was first runner-up in this course I took over 12 weeks from March to June 2017.
    This effective communication training course helped me master the human relation skills demanded in today's tough business environment. I learned to 1) improve human relations skills, 2) increase communication effectiveness, 3) strengthen interpersonal relationships, 4) manage stress and 5) handle fast-changing workplace conditions. I developed more effective communication skills and became better equipped to perform as a persuasive communicator, problem-solver, and focused leader. What's more, I developed a take-charge attitude to initiate with confidence and enthusiasm.

  • Bilingual MC for Prime Minister of New Zealand special event in Tokyo

    Australia New Zealand Chamber of Commerce

    It was my honour in my role as Vice-Chair of the Australian and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan to be MC at the special lunch event with the Prime Minister of New Zealand, the Right Honourable Bill English, Dr English and the Trade Minister, the Honourable Todd McClay, along with distinguished guests from Japanese Government ministries and the business community as well as a delegation of top business leaders from New Zealand.

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言語

  • English

    母国語またはバイリンガル

  • Japanese

    ビジネス上級

  • Japanese

    ビジネス上級

組織

  • Global Women New Zealand

    Member

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    Global Women NZ brings together change-makers at every level of New Zealand business - globally. It believes in fostering a society that is world-leading in its cohesion, acceptance, and equality for all citizens to create a competitive advantage for New Zealand. Global Women’s mission is to catalyse New Zealand’s social and economic success by championing diversity in leadership. Its dream is for New Zealand to be the best country to live, work and play; a prosperous nation underpinned by…

    Global Women NZ brings together change-makers at every level of New Zealand business - globally. It believes in fostering a society that is world-leading in its cohesion, acceptance, and equality for all citizens to create a competitive advantage for New Zealand. Global Women’s mission is to catalyse New Zealand’s social and economic success by championing diversity in leadership. Its dream is for New Zealand to be the best country to live, work and play; a prosperous nation underpinned by diverse leadership. The purpose of Global Women NZ is to increase diversity in leadership in Aotearoa New Zealand through promoting, encouraging and facilitating the development of women. Global Women NZ also wants to see New Zealand’s ethnic diversity represented in leadership across the country with Māori represented and recognised as our country’s first people.

  • Japan New Zealand Business Council (JNZBC)

    Member

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    JNZBC promotes business opportunities and strengthen trade and economic ties between New Zealand and Japan for the benefit of its members, as well as the broader business community.

  • Japan Ministry of Justice

    Committee on Promotion of Translation of Japanese Laws and Regulations into Foreign Languages

    – 現在

    I am one of the committee members who verifies the text of Japanese law translations into English. I assess the native translations and the MOJ observations and provide my judgement on the quality and content of the translations so they are easy to understand to the general public and anyone who needs to research and know about Japanese laws.

  • American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ)

    Vice-Chair, Legal Services Committee

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    I serve as Vice-Chair of the Legal Services Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ACCJ). We engage in advocacy with the the Ministry of Justice and roll out informative programs on interesting legal topics for members and guests in the legal community in Japan.

  • Women in Law Japan (WILJ)

    Immediate Past President (2020 to 2023)

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    I held the honoured position of President of Women in Law Japan (WILJ) for a three year term from January 2020 to December 31 2023. I led this NPO through covid and transitioning all in person events to only and increasing the number of events two-fold. From January 2024 I continue to support this amazing organisation by mentoring the co-Presidents and serving on the WILJ Advisory Board. WILJ has been a significant part of my life in Tokyo and I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience leading a…

    I held the honoured position of President of Women in Law Japan (WILJ) for a three year term from January 2020 to December 31 2023. I led this NPO through covid and transitioning all in person events to only and increasing the number of events two-fold. From January 2024 I continue to support this amazing organisation by mentoring the co-Presidents and serving on the WILJ Advisory Board. WILJ has been a significant part of my life in Tokyo and I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience leading a team of enthusiastic executive committee and volunteers, being a mentor in our Mentorship Program, and raising the next generation of women lawyer leaders through inspiration, empowering and connecting them in the community through my network.

  • ANZCCJ (Australian & New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan)

    Co-Vice Chair

    – 現在

    A non-profit organisation with 600+ members, established in 1972 for the promotion of business and strengthening ties between Japan, Australia and New Zealand. I am currently serving as Co-Vice Chair and champioining New Zealand interests on the Executive Council. I also serve on the Food, Agriculture & Hospitality Committee (FAHC) and Sports For Business Committee. I've been a member of ANZCCJ since 2004, Executive Council member in April 2015 and became Co-Vice Chair in July 2016. I was…

    A non-profit organisation with 600+ members, established in 1972 for the promotion of business and strengthening ties between Japan, Australia and New Zealand. I am currently serving as Co-Vice Chair and champioining New Zealand interests on the Executive Council. I also serve on the Food, Agriculture & Hospitality Committee (FAHC) and Sports For Business Committee. I've been a member of ANZCCJ since 2004, Executive Council member in April 2015 and became Co-Vice Chair in July 2016. I was reelected in the December 2023 elections for a further term of two years. http://anzccj.wildapricot.org/

  • Japan In House Counsel (JICN)

    Founding Committee Member, Current Executive Board Member

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    JICN is an unincorporated professional association for in-house counsel working in Japan. I was part of the founding committee when JICN was first launched in June 2005, and was a committee member (membership chair) through March 31 2010 when I moved to private practice. I resumed a place on the Executive Board in March 2012 following my return to the in house lawyer community. I organized one JICN event a year as well as run the advanced small discussion group JICN 301 with members of the JICN…

    JICN is an unincorporated professional association for in-house counsel working in Japan. I was part of the founding committee when JICN was first launched in June 2005, and was a committee member (membership chair) through March 31 2010 when I moved to private practice. I resumed a place on the Executive Board in March 2012 following my return to the in house lawyer community. I organized one JICN event a year as well as run the advanced small discussion group JICN 301 with members of the JICN Advisory Board and senior lawyers in Tokyo. When I launched my own law firm in 2018 I stepped down from the JICN Board but remain a contributor through collaborations with Women in Law Japan.

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