Chiharu Urata is an English-speaking lawyer based in Osaka, specializing in international and foreigner issues, such as international divorce, immigration, etc.

Areas of Expertise

• International divorce
• Visa and residency status

Examples of Concerns Handled

• A foreign employee was arrested for violating immigration laws.
• Unsure how to comply when employing foreigners.
• Laid off due to the impact of the new coronavirus.
• A foreign mother passed away, leaving assets abroad.
• Want to divorce a Japanese spouse.
• Married to a Japanese with children but struggling due to lack of residency status.
• Spouse was detained by the Immigration Bureau.
• Looking for a lawyer familiar with legal matters in a foreign expansion.
• Need legal support for document preparation when establishing a company in Japan.

Focus Areas

• International divorce
• Support for residency applications
• Legal check of English contracts