NTT Docomo Ventures Invests in Legal Tech Firm Lisse to Empower SMEs

Investment in Legal Tech for SMEs

In an exciting development, NTT Docomo Ventures (NDV), based in Minato-ku, Tokyo, has made a strategic investment in Lisse, a renowned legal tech service provider catering to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Lisse, headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, specializes in delivering innovative legal tech solutions aimed explicitly at the unique challenges faced by SMEs.

Lisse's flagship product, LeCHECK, leverages advanced AI technology alongside insights from specialized lawyers to provide comprehensive contract review services. By September 2025, Lisse's solutions are expected to have supported legal operations for over 4,500 companies, showcasing their growing influence in the market.

In Japan, a significant disparity exists regarding legal operational capabilities and resources across different business sizes. SMEs particularly struggle to hire specialized legal staff or engage attorneys, often leading them to operate without adequate legal risk management. Lisse addresses this critical gap by offering accessible legal tech services, allowing these businesses to better manage their legal affairs.

NDV's investment aligns with the broader NTT Group initiative focused on the digital transformation (DX) of society and industry. By collaborating with Lisse, a rising star in the legal tech landscape, NDV aims to enhance its efforts to solve societal challenges and create new value through legal tech innovations.

About Lisse

- Company Name: Lisse, Inc.
- Location: 2-2-1 Kanda Nishikicho, WeWork KANDA SQUARE, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
- CEO: Miki Fujita, Attorney (Japan/New York State)
- Business Focus: Planning, Development, and Provision of AI Services for Corporate Legal Operations
- Website: https://lisse-law.com/

Lisse’s commitment to providing SMEs with robust legal tech solutions reflects a vital step towards enhancing the legal landscape for businesses in Japan. This partnership with NDV sets the stage for further innovation and outreach, ideally leading to a level playing field where SMEs can thrive with the necessary legal support.