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Kasumigaseki International Law Office
Kasumigaseki International Law Office is a bilingual practice in Tokyo specializing in corporate law, dispute resolution, crossborder practice, compliance and crisis management, M&A restructuring, corporate reorganizations, intellectual property, antitrust law, cybersecurity issues, and more. ## Attorneys - [Yoichi Sasaki](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/yoichi-sasaki) ## Related Articles - [English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan](https://mailmate.jp/blog/business-lawyers-japan)
Shusaku Yamamoto
Shusaku Yamamoto is a leading one-stop intellectual property, regulatory, technology, commercial and dispute resolution law firm with offices throughout Japan. ## Areas of Expertise - Intellectual property - Prosecution - Enforcement and licensing - Anti-counterfeiting - Customs & criminal enforcement - Regulatory - Healthcare - Energy - Cleantech - Food & consumer - Anti-monopoly - Antitrust - Technology - Media & telecoms - Corporate - Commercial & trade - Corporate reorganization & insolvency - General corporate governance - Compliance law ## Attorneys - [Kazuya Misaka](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/kazuya-misaka) ## Related Articles - [English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan](https://mailmate.jp/blog/business-lawyers-japan)
Tokyo Flex Law Office
Tokyo Flex Law Office is an English-speaking law firm established in 1978 in Shinjuku, Tokyo, and specializes in corporate law, IT law, M&As, regulatory compliance, etc. ## Areas of Expertise - Corporate Law - IT Law - M&A - Commercial Succession - Commercial Revitalization - Intellectual Property - Entertainment Law - Sports Law - Regulatory Compliance - Dispute Settlement ## Attorneys - [Hiroyuki Nakajima](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/hiroyuki-nakajima) ## Related Articles - [English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan](https://mailmate.jp/blog/business-lawyers-japan)
Nagawa Okamura Law Firm
Nagawa-Okamura Law Firm is a bilingual law firm in Minato City, founded in 1917, and focuses on corporate law, school and administrative law, and other general practice cases. ## Corporate Law - Labor Management - Civil Preservation Procedures - Risk Management and Corporate Scandal - Corporate Restructuring - Intellectual Property Rights - Entertainment - Disputes on Real Estate and Construction - Consulting Services - Labor Management ## School Law - Administrative Improvement - Collection of Academic Fees and Student Loans - Support for Labor Matters - Risk Management - Response to Monster Parents - Reorganization of Schools and Foundations of New Faculties and Departments ## General Practice - Adult Guardianship - Inheritance and Divorce - Disputes on Real Estate and Construction - Traffic Accidents - Criminal Cases - Other Matters ## Legal Fees - Consultation fee: 5,500 yen (tax included) for every 30 minutes - *However, the first consultation is free. ## Attorneys - [Yuto Arai](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/yuto-arai) ## Related Articles - [English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan](https://mailmate.jp/blog/business-lawyers-japan)
Akasaka International Law, Patent & Accounting Office
Akasaka International Law, Patent & Accounting Office (AILAW) is an international law firm in Tokyo specializing in corporate law and provides legal counsel in Japanese, English, French, and Chinese. ## Areas of Expertise - Domestic and global corporate matters - Corporate and venture-related work - Corporate legal affairs - Contract drafting - Due diligence (Japan and overseas) - Labor disputes - Trademark applications - IP issues ## Related Articles - [English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan](https://mailmate.jp/blog/business-lawyers-japan)
Takasuke Kishi - Ginza OHK Law Offices
Takasuke Kishi is an English-speaking real estate lawyer with Ginza OHK Law Offices in Ginza, Tokyo, specializing in real estate and construction law and legal issues. Before becoming a lawyer, Takasuke Kishi handled the real estate and construction sectors in the review and legal departments of a general trading company, experiencing and resolving various real estate and construction troubles. Additionally, he was a consultant for a financial consulting company, during which time he resolved many cases, including the effective use of real estate and inheritance measures for real estate. ## Areas of Expertise - Rent negotiation - Building eviction and relocation - Land lease rights - Defective housing - Voluntary sale - Noise and vibration issues - Land boundary lines ## Examples of Consultation Requests - Wanting to evict a tenant. - Wanting to collect rent, condominium management fees, sales prices, or construction costs. - Not being able to get the deposit back. - Discovering defects in construction or renovation and wanting it fixed or compensated. - Excessive noise or sunlight right infringement in condominium construction. - Unclear boundaries leading to disputes with neighbors. ## Legal Fees - Initial Consultation Fee: Unlimited time for 0 yen. Free consultation via email is also OK. - Lawyer Fees: Can handle cases for about half to three-quarters of the remuneration stipulation that many offices use as a standard from the Japan Federation of Bar Associations. Fields such as condominium management fee collection with zero commencement fee (fully contingent on success) are also available. - Payment Method: Installment payments are OK. - Estimates: Provides free estimates. Please feel free to contact us via email or other means. ## Priority Focus Cases - Real estate rental troubles (building eviction, rent collection, deposit return, etc.) - Real estate sales troubles (collection of sales price, contract termination, soil contamination, etc.) - Construction and renovation troubles (collection of sales price, excessive charges, defects, etc.)
Yasuaki Nakayama - Nihonbashi Law & Intellectual Property Law Offices
Yasuaki Nakayama is an English-speaking real estate lawyer with Nihonbashi Law & Intellectual Property Law Offices in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, specializing in real estate-related inheritance, rent collection, and eviction cases. He is also an advisor to over 40 companies, supporting individuals, owners, and real estate management companies, etc. ## Areas of Expertise - Building eviction and relocation - Rent negotiations - Land lease rights - Voluntary sale ## Key Cases Handled - Rent collection - Building eviction - Rent reduction negotiations & lawsuits - Construction defects - Boundary determination, etc. ## Common Inquiries - I've had ongoing rent arrears and want to request eviction. - I'm being pressured to vacate by the landlord and don't know what to do. - I want to request a rent increase/decrease. - I'm in a dispute with the neighboring landowner about land boundaries. - I want to pursue responsibility for defects in a building. ## Examples of Services for Corporate Clients: - Litigation & negotiation - Debt collection - Handling slander through online platforms or street campaigns - HR and labor - Resolving scandals involving directors or employees - Internal reporting hotline - Intellectual property rights (including applications & management) - M&A - Business succession - Bankruptcy & rehabilitation - Overseas expansion - Shareholders' meetings - Civil intervention in violent situations ## Examples of Services for Individual Clients: - Inheritance - Divorce & gender issues - Criminal cases (defense, prosecution) - Traffic accidents
Ryo Wakai - Wakai Law Firm
Ryo Wakai is the representative administrative lawyer at Wakai International Legal Affairs, specializing in immigration matters, real estate, criminal cases, labor disputes, divorces, and various other legal issues. ## Main Areas of Expertise - Visa & Residence qualifications - International divorce - International inheritance - International criminal cases - Rent/rent negotiation - Building surrender/eviction - Leasehold right - Defective housing - Voluntary sale ## Examples of Cases Handled - Procedures related to immigration, such as the application for a residence qualification certificate, change or renewal of residence qualifications. - When involved in a criminal case. - Labor disputes with employers. - Considering divorce with a Japanese spouse. - When seeking acknowledgment. - Foreign nationals wanting to expand their business in Japan. - Employers considering hiring foreigners. - Hesitating to expand business overseas due to unfamiliarity with local laws, etc. ## Real Estate Consultation Examples - You are renting out your house/office, but the rent is in arrears. I want to request surrender. - I'm thinking of buying or selling real estate, but I don't know what kind of contract I should use, I'm involved in a problem with a neighbor. - I have inherited real estate, and what should I do? If you are not sure whether it is a good idea or not. please leave it to us if you have any questions regarding real estate.
Hiroki Ishiguro - Kumamoto Chuo Law Office
Hiroki Ishiguro is an English-speaking attorney at law with Kumamoto Chuo Law Office in Kumamoto City, specializing in divorce, labor issues, inheritance law, etc. ## Divorce Issues - Does Not Include Living Expenses - Debt/Waste - Drinking/Alcohol Poisoning - Kinship - Property Division - Child Support - Parental Authority - Wedding Expenses - Consolation Money - Divorce Request - Divorce Avoidance - Visitation And Exchange ### Consultation Examples - How will pensions be divided in the event of divorce? - When I get divorced, what will happen to the house in my joint name with the remaining mortgage? - I would like to know how much alimony I can receive if I get divorced. - I'm worried about getting divorced and having children. - I don't agree with the division of assets. ## Labor Issues - Power harassment/sexual harassment - Salary/overtime billing - Working conditions/personnel changes - Unfair dismissal - Industrial accident certification ### Consultation Examples - I was given a notice of dismissal without cause. - My job offer was suddenly canceled by the company I had been offered. - My employer suddenly notified me that my contract would not be renewed. - The company went bankrupt due to unpaid wages. - I am receiving power harassment from my boss. ## Inheritance Issues - Will - Abandonment Of Inheritance - Heir Investigation - Inheritance Division - Claim For Infringement Of The Remaining Portion (Request For Reduction Of The Remaining Portion) - Inheritance Registration/Name Change - Adult Guardianship - Property Inventory/Survey ### Consultation Examples - I want to create a will and leave my wishes behind. - I don't know where my brother, the heir, is. - My foreign mother passed away and her inherited property is overseas. - One of the heirs resides in a foreign country, and the division of inheritance cannot proceed smoothly. - The decedent is a Japanese citizen residing in a foreign country, but the scope of the inheritance is unknown. - There is a dispute between the heirs regarding the division of the inheritance. - I was caring for my parents, but won't that be reflected in my inheritance? - I would like to ask my mother, who lives far away, to manage her property.
Chisa Tabata - Mother Bird Law Office
Chisa Tabata is an English-speaking attorney at law with Mother Bird Law Office in Meguro City, specializing in juvenile cases, criminal cases, inheritance issues, divorce issues, and other general law cases. ## Areas of Expertise - Juvenile Cases - Criminal Cases - Inheritance - Will - International Divorce - Parental Authority - Child Visitation - Sharing Marital Expenses - Child Support - Compensation for infidelity - Traffic Accident - Copyright - Bankruptcy - Civil Suit - Contract Document - Advisory Contract - Home Lawyer Contract ## Legal Fees - 5,500 yen every 30 minutes
Taro Kitajima - Mimoza Law Office
Taro Kitajima is an English-speaking attorney at law with Mimoza Law Office in Shizuoka City, specializing in divorce, traffic accidents, and debt issues. ## Divorce Issues - Affair/Cheating - Living Separately - Personality Mismatch - Domestic Violence/Violence - Sexless Marriage - Does Not Include Living Expenses - Debt/Waste - Drinking/Alcohol Poisoning - Kinship - Property Division - Child Support - Parental Authority - Wedding Expenses - Consolation Money - Divorce Request - Divorce Avoidance - Visitation And Exchange ## Traffic Accidents - Fatal Accident - Property Damage Accident - Personal Injury Accident - Certification Of Residual Disability Grade - Error Percentage - Alimony/Damages ## Debt Issues - Personal Bankruptcy - Overpayment Claim - Arbitrary Arrangement ## Features - Consultations with women are free for one hour - Consultations are available on Saturdays, Sundays, and nights - Easy access by train and car - Consultation space with a nice atmosphere, where children can be together
Kazuki Arai - Shinto Law Office
Kazuki Arai is an attorney at law with Shinto Law Office in Osaka City, specializing in corporate legal affairs, inheritance cases, criminal cases and debt consolidation. He provides consultations in Korean, English, and Japanese. ## Corporate Legal Affairs - New Business Launch/Management Support - Contract Creation And Checking - Internet Problems - Labor Issues - Any Dispute Regarding Real Estate ## Inheritance - Heritage Division Consultation/Mediation - Making A Will - Claim For Infringement Of Reserved Property - Adult Guardianship - Property Management ## Criminal Case - Defense At The Investigation Stage - Defense At Trial Stage - Bail Request - Activities Toward Settlement With Victims, Etc. ## Debt Consolidation - Arbitrary Arrangement - Voluntary Sale - Personal Bankruptcy - Corporate Bankruptcy ## Features - Available 24 hours a day - Direct phone line available to lawyers - Completely private consultation - Free initial consultation
Setagaya International Law Office
Setagaya International Law Office is an English-speaking law firm in Setagaya City, Tokyo, specializing in international family law conflicts, labor disputes, criminal cases, and immigration law. The founder, Seiya Sato, is featured on the US, Canada and UK Embassy’s lists of English-speaking lawyers in Japan. ## Attorneys - [Seiya Sato](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/seiya-sato)
Seiya Sato - Setagaya International Law Office
Seiya Sato is an English-speaking attorney with Setagaya International Law Office in Setagaya, Tokyo, specializing in divorce issues, labor disputes, and inheritance law. ## Divorce issues - Affair/Cheating - Living separately - Personality mismatch - Domestic violence/violence - Sexless marriage - Debt/waste - Drinking/alcohol poisoning - Kinship - Property division - Child support - Parental authority - Wedding expenses - Consolation money - Divorce request - Divorce avoidance - Visitation and exchange ### Consultations about divorce - I want to claim compensation from my cheating partner. - I want to claim living expenses while living separately. - I want a divorce on favorable terms - I want to continue living in my current home after divorce, is that possible? - The other party is forcing you to make unreasonable alimony payments or divorce conditions. - We met on a matchmaking site, but he was already married. Can I claim compensation? - If I am thinking of marrying a foreigner, what should I be careful about? - I want to divorce my foreign spouse - I would like support in communicating with a local lawyer when going through divorce court procedures in a foreign country. - I am talking about living separately with my foreign spouse, but I have been told that they will only discuss child visitation and child support through a lawyer, so I would like them to negotiate in English. - I'm considering divorce, but my foreign spouse has returned to his home country. - I'm thinking of getting divorced, but my partner has assets in multiple countries. - I had a child with a foreign man, but he doesn't acknowledge it. - Unable to bear the violence from his partner, he returned to Japan with his child from a foreign country. ## Wills & inheritances - Abandonment of inheritance - Heir investigation - Inheritance division - Claim for infringement of the remaining portion (request for reduction of the remaining portion) - Inheritance registration/name change - Adult guardianship - Property inventory/survey ### Consultations about inheritances - Some of the heirs live overseas and the procedures are not progressing. - A relative who lives overseas has passed away, but I don't know where to start. - I found out that my late father had an inheritance (bank account certificates) overseas, but even though I am the only heir, the overseas financial institution won't allow me to close the account. - I want to renounce the inheritance of a relative who died overseas, but I don't know who to contact. - A spouse with foreign nationality wants to make a will. - We would like to leave all procedures related to inheritance, such as registration and banking, to you. - I would like to transfer my assets in advance to avoid incurring taxes at the time of inheritance. ## Labor issues - Power harassment/sexual harassment - Salary/overtime billing - Working conditions/personnel changes - Unfair dismissal - Industrial accident certification ### Consultations about labor issues - I am in trouble because my working conditions suddenly changed. - I've been told that I don't get paid overtime because I'm a manager, but I want to know if that's true. - I was given a notice of dismissal without cause. - I'm dissatisfied with my treatment, but I can't negotiate with the company in Japanese. - I was suddenly told to be fired at a foreign company, should I accept it? - My company is forcing me to resign, so I would like to discuss how to deal with it. - My company has asked me to sign a retirement agreement, how should I respond? - I want to quit my job, but I'm worried that my status of residence will be revoked. - The company I work for in Japan doesn't pay my salary. - I work at a Japanese company, but I am dissatisfied with my labor contract. ## Legal fees - First 30 minutes free - If you feel that you need to discuss further after the free consultation, you can set up an additional 30 minute consultation (5,000 yen + consumption tax/30 minutes).
Masataka Nakahara - Akasaka International Law Office
Masataka Nakahara is an attorney at law with Akasaka International Law Office in Fukuoka City, specializing in immigration law, divorce, inheritance and penal cases. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa/Residence Status - International divorce - International inheritance - International criminal case ## Examples of Consultations - I would like to invite and hire foreigners to Japan for entertainment activities. - I have the residence status of a Japanese spouse, but the Japanese spouse has passed away. - If you commit a criminal offense, you may lose your status of residence and be detained. - I want to be recognized as a refugee. - I want to apply for naturalization. ## Priority cases - International divorce cases (mediation, litigation) - Support for residence status applications, etc. (application for issuance of certificate of residence status, application for renewal/change of residence status - Application for permanent residence permit - Application for naturalization - Request for review/cancellation lawsuit, etc. - Criminal cases involving foreigners (suspects, defendants) - Refugee cases (primary applications, requests for review, lawsuits for revocation of non-certification dispositions and mandatory recognition, etc.) - Applications for provisional release permits, etc. ## Features - Same-day, holiday, and night-time consultations available - Flexible payment methods ## Legal fees - Consultation fee: 5,000 yen (excluding tax) for every 30 minutes
Earth & Law Firm
Earth & Law Firm is a law firm in Toshima City, Tokyo, specializing in a variety of issues that expats often encounter when in Japan, including international divorce, labor disputes, inheritances, immigration, etc. ## Corporate Cases - Corporate Governance - International Law - Real Estate - Labor Law - Mergers/Acquisitions - Debts Collection - Bankruptcy - Consumer Law - Privacy Protection Law - Intellectual Property - It Law - Medical Law ## Individual Cases - Consultation - Bankruptcy - Real Estate - Divorce - Will/Inheritance - Traffic Accident - Labor Law - Consumer Law - Criminal Case ## Attorneys - [Kenichi Okabe](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/kenichi-okabe)
Shohei Suzuki - Mizugaki Sogo Law Firm
Shohei Suzuki is an attorney at law with Mizugaki Sogo Law Firm in Shinjuku, Tokyo, specializing in debt, penal cases, divorce issues, inheritance issues, labor disputes, corporate legal affairs, real estate, and more. ## Areas of Expertise - Debt Collection - Crime/Criminal Case - Divorce/Gender issues - Inheritance - Labor issues - Corporate legal affairs/advisory lawyer - Real estate/architecture - Fraud damage/consumer damage ## Legal Fees - Initial legal consultation fee: Free - Second and subsequent legal consultations 30 minutes 5,400 yen
Hiroyuki Kawase - Reiwa Law Office
Hiroyuki Kawase is an attorney at law and representative lawyer of Reiwa Law Office in Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima, specializing in divorce issues, debt issues, and inheritance law. He speaks English, Chinese, and Japanese. ## Divorce issues - Affair/Cheating - Living separately - Personality mismatch - Domestic violence/violence - Sexless marriages - Does not include living expenses - Debt/waste - Drinking/alcohol poisoning - Kinship - Property division - Child support - Parental authority - Wedding expenses - Consolation money - Divorce request - Divorce avoidance - Visitation and exchange ## Inheritance and will issues - Abandonment of inheritance - Heir investigation - Inheritance division - Claim for infringement of the remaining portion (request for reduction of the remaining portion) - Inheritance registration/name change - Adult guardianship - Property inventory/survey ## Debt issues - Personal bankruptcy - Overpayment claim - Arbitrary arrangement ## Legal fees - 5,500 yen for 30 minutes (tax included)
Toshihide Isobe - Protect Stance
Toshihide Isobe is an English-speaking attorney at law with Protect Stance in Chiyoda, Tokyo, specializing in a wide-range of legal cases, including divorce, debt, traffic accidents, labor issues, and more. ## Areas of Expertise - Divorce & Gender Issues - Debt & Debt Consolidation - Traffic Accidents - Labor Issues - Corporate Legal Affairs & Consultation - Inheritance & Succession - Debt Collection - Criminal & Penal Cases ## Features - First 30-minute consultation is free - Former judges also on the team - Confident in speedy response and negotiation skills - Emails 24/7, phone calls from 9 am to 9 pm on weekdays, and up to 7 pm on weekends and holidays. - Currently contracted with over 180 companies # Main Media Appearances - "4 O'Clock! Shib5 O'Clock" - NHK General TV - "Tokoro-san! It's an Incident" - NHK General TV - "Beat Takeshi's TV Tackle" - TV Asahi Network - "Good! Morning" - TV Asahi Network - "Shinichi Hatori Morning Show" - TV Asahi Network - "Yoko Oshita Wide! Scramble" - TV Asahi Network - "Morning Bird" - TV Asahi Network - "Creamy Quiz Miracle 9" - TV Asahi Network - "Mezamashi TV" - Fuji TV Network - "Direct Hit LIVE Goodie!" - Fuji TV Network - "Sukkiri" - Nippon Television Network - "news every." - Nippon Television Network - "Nippon TV NEWS24" - Nippon Television Network - "N-Star" - TBS Network - "Teacher Hayashi's First Ear Study" - TBS Network - "Shuhei Shimada's Line Customers Come!!" - TBS Radio - "Yahoo! News" - Yahoo! JAPAN - "YOMIURI ONLINE" - Yomiuri Shimbun Company - "Yomiuri Newspaper" - Yomiuri Shimbun Company - "Mainichi Newspaper" - Mainichi Newspapers - "Tokyo Sports Newspaper" - Tokyo Sports Newspaper Company - "West Japan Newspaper" - Nishinippon Shimbun Company - "Weekly Gendai" - Kodansha - "Weekly Shincho" - Shinchosha - "Weekly Women" - Housewife and Life Company - "Friday" - Kodansha - "Sunday Mainichi" - Mainichi Newspaper Publishing - "AERA dot." - Asahi Shimbun Publishing - "Weekly Diamond" - Diamond, Inc. - "Lettuce Club" - KADOKAWA
Kento Araki - Eight Force Law Office
Kento Araki is an English-speaking attorney at law with Eight Force Law Office in Toshima City, Tokyo. He specializes in fraud, consumer damage, internet issues, criminal cases, divorce, and corporate law. ## Areas of Expertise - Fraud & Consumer Damage - Internet Issues - Criminal Cases - Corporate Law & Consulting Lawyers - Divorce & Gender Issues ## Features - Available 24/7 - First phone consultation is free
Nagoya International Law Office
Nagoya International Law Office is an English-speaking law firm in Nagoya, Aichi, specializing in representing international clients and expats in Japan. ## Areas of expertise - International transaction - International divorce - International inheritance - Immigration cases - Refugee applications - International residents intending to divorce Japanese spouses - Intending to work in Japan - Traffic accidents - Labor disputes in Japan - Overstay ## Features - 80% of cases are related to overseas issues - All lawyers have extensive overseas experience and are fluent in English - Broad international network - Online legal consultations via Zoom, LINE, Skype, WeChat, etc. - Office is equipped with a kids' space! ## Legal Fees - Initial consultation fee: 11,000 yen (tax included) for 1 hour A long-term report on the cases of foreigners who overstayed their visas, handled by Nagoya International Law Office. ## Attorneys - [Tatsuya Kawanishi](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/tatsuya-kawanishi) - [Masanori Tanabe](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/masanori-tanabe)
Masanori Tanabe
Masanori Tanabe is an attorney at law in Nagoya, Aichi, specializing in international inheritance, international divorce, employment of foreigners by corporations, and overseas expansion. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa and residency qualifications - International divorce - International inheritance - International criminal cases - Refugee cases - Hague Convention cases related to international child abduction - Japanese companies expanding overseas - Foreigners and foreign companies expanding in Japan - Japanese and foreigners wanting international divorce - Foreigners wanting to work in Japan - Foreigners involved in traffic accidents or labor disputes in Japan - Foreigners overstaying their visas ## Legal Fees - Initial consultation fee: 11,000 yen (tax included) for 1 hour
Kaori Sasaki - Kobe Marine Associates
Kaori Sasaki is an attorney at law with Kobe Marine Associates in Kobe City, Hyogo, specializing in international cases that involve foreigners and expats in Japan. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa & Residency permits - International divorce - International inheritance - International criminal cases ## Example of Cases Handled - Wanting to divorce a foreign-national partner. - Being a foreign national and being asked for a divorce. - Needing assistance with visa or residency applications to the Immigration Bureau. - Desiring private legal counsel as a foreign national. - International divorce - Support for residency permit applications - Crimes involving foreigners ## Features - First consultation is free - Available evenings & weekends - Phone consultations available - Retainer and service fees are based on the standards set by the Japan Federation of Bar Associations - Offers options like installment payments - Officially registered as an immigration application agent
O. K. International Law Firm
O.K. International Law Firm is a legal firm in Fukuoka City specializing in complex cases often involving cross–border disputes and transactions. The law firm's lawyers are able to consult in English, Chinese, Korean and Japanese, and provide legal advice on many aspects of Japanese law (civil, criminal, commercial, family, etc.). ## Attorneys - [Fusanori Ootsuka](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/fusanori-ootsuka)
Fusanori Ootsuka - O. K. International Law Firm
Fusanori Ootsuka is an attorney based in Fukuoka City, providing legal support in English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Specialties include international divorces, international inheritance, traffic accidents, etc. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa & Residency Qualifications - International Divorce - International Inheritance - International Criminal Cases ## Examples of Consultations - Troubled because a foreign spouse is under suspicion from immigration. - Want to divorce a foreign partner. - Need to process a case in collaboration with lawyers from China, Korea, Taiwan, Philippines, etc. - Want advice on the procedure for naturalization. - Son studying in Japan had a traffic accident (consultant is a foreign parent). - Foreign father passed away in Japan, leaving assets. - All kinds of troubles foreigners face in Japan (traffic accidents, divorce, inheritance, etc.) - Support for residency application - Support for Japanese companies expanding overseas (collaboration with foreign lawyers) - And more general consultations on international and foreigner issues. Please feel free to consult. ## Features - Can assist in Japanese, English, Korean, and Chinese. - Staff fluent in Japanese, Chinese, Korean, English, and Mongolian are available, ensuring smooth communication with clients from various countries. - Has extensive and deep connections with foreign lawyers, legal professionals, and senior officials (covering all of Korea, Shanghai, Beijing, Dalian, Taiwan, the Philippines, and many other Asian countries and cities). - Has a track record of resolving over 100 international cases, we can quickly grasp the key issues and make speedy decisions. ## Attorney's fee - To ensure sufficient time and quality, the consultation fee is 10,000 yen per hour. - Can flexibly adapt to different fee structures, such as a complete success fee system.
Kanazawa Law Office
Kanazawa Law Office is a legal firm in Sendai, Miyagi, that provides English consultations and specializes in immigrations, international divorce, parent-child relationships, visa applications, labor issues, etc. ## Attorneys - [Hiroyuki Nagao](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/hiroyuki-nagao)
Hiroyuki Nagao - Kanazawa Law Office
Hiroyuki Nagao is an English-speaking lawyer in Sendai, Miyagi, specializing as an immigration application proxy lawyer, as well as international divorce, parent-child relationships, visa applications, labor issues, etc. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa & Residency Qualifications - International Divorce - International Inheritance - International Criminal Cases ## Examples of Cases Handled - Want to divorce a foreign partner. - Want to divorce a Japanese partner, but worried about visa status. - A father wants to obtain Japanese nationality for a child with a Japanese father. - Living abroad but want to separate and bring the child back to Japan. - Want to change a student visa to a work visa for employment. - Want to apply for permanent residency or naturalization. - Want to hire foreign workers and need support with visa and employment management. - Dissatisfied with treatment, but employment rules in Japanese are not clear. - A foreign acquaintance has been arrested. What should I do? etc.
Seiwa Law Firm
Seiwa Law Firm is an English-speaking legal office in Nagoya, Aichi, with an office in Tokyo as well. They specialize in immigration, divorce, and other international issues. ## Attorneys - [Nozomi Furutani](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/nozomi-furutani)
Nozomi Furutani - Seiwa Law Firm
Nozomu Furutani is an English-speaking attorney based in Nagoya, Aichi, specializing in residency qualifications, international marriage and divorce, and criminal cases. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa & Residency Qualifications - International Divorce - International Criminal Cases ## Key Cases We Handle - Criminal cases involving foreigners. - Procedures related to residency qualifications (extension, renewal, etc.). - Support for refugee procedures. - Foreign-related domestic matters (divorce, visitation, custody, etc.). - An acquaintance has been arrested/taken into immigration custody. - Want to divorce a foreign partner. - Want to renew residency qualifications. - Want to bring a spouse to Japan. ## About Attorney Fees - Consultation Fee: 5,500 yen (including tax) for 30 minutes. The initial fee and reward are adjusted according to the client's financial situation and are open for discussion.
Rie Tohyama - Sapporo International Law
Rie Tohyama is an English-speaking attorney based in Hokkaido specializing in international transactions, English contracts, labor issues, international divorces, and more. As a former English interpreter, she is able to converse fluently in English during consultations. ## Areas of Expertise - International Inheritance - International Divorce - Visa & Residency Status - International Criminal Cases ## Key Cases Handled 1. International Trade 2. Drafting & Checking English Contracts 3. Negotiations with Foreign Companies 4. Support for Companies Expanding Overseas 5. International Divorce 6. Issues Involving Children Across Borders 7. Labor Issues Involving Foreigners ## Examples of Cases Handled - A foreign company wants to enter the domestic market, but they don't understand the law. - Wanting to enter a foreign market but unfamiliar with local laws and regulations. - Wanting to divorce a foreign partner and needing to know about procedures and custody. - Foreigners residing in Japan wanting to divorce in Japan. - Wanting to inherit assets located abroad. - General labor issues involving foreign employees. - In a dispute with a foreign company and looking for a lawyer who can handle it in English.
Yusuke Matsuo - AZ More International Law Firm
Having personally worked for 6 years overseas (Shanghai, China), Yusuke Matsuo possess an international sensibility and strives to offer balanced solutions that are aligned with the client's position. ## Specialties - Can speak in English and Chinese - Extensive experience advising clients looking to expand their businesses overseas - Immigration, visa & residency status - International divorce lawyer - Inheritance lawyer - Criminal case lawyer - M&A lawyer - Aside from legal services, can also handle accounting, tax, labor, real estate registration, permit applications, and other related matters. ## Career History - December 2008: Completed training at the Judicial Training Institute (Shizuoka Training). - January 2009: Joined Shimazaki Law Firm. - November 2010: Left Shimazaki Law Firm. - November 2010: Joined IP FOWARD Law Firm (Shanghai). - December 2012: Left IP FOWARD Law Firm (Shanghai). - August 2014: Joined King and Wood Mallesons (金杜) Law Firm (Shanghai). - December 2016: Left King and Wood Mallesons (金杜) Law Firm (Shanghai). - June 2017: Established AZ MORE International Law Firm. ## Educational Background - March 1999: Graduated from Tokyo Gakugei University High School. - March 2004: Graduated from Keio University, Faculty of Economics. - March 2007: Graduated from Surugadai University Graduate School of Law. - July 2013: Completed language training at Shanghai International Studies University. - July 2014: Completed studies at Fudan University, Faculty of Law. ## Key Cases - Appointed as legal advisor for a real estate management company, October 2009. - Appointed as legal advisor for a web design company, March 2010. - Appointed as legal advisor for a web PR company, January 2017. - Appointed for legal due diligence (DD) for a CRO (Contract Research Organization) company, May 2018. - Appointed for legal DD for a foreign electronic product seller, March 2018. - Appointed for real estate legal DD for a foreign real estate company, April 2018. ## Media Appearances - Bi-weekly contribution to the legal column (A Popular Legal Consultation Room) in the "Shanghai Japion" newspaper (a weekly Japanese newspaper published in Shanghai, China) from the 1st to the 196th edition, since September 2014. - Appeared on TBS TV show "Job Tune" in the "Unscrupulous Business & Fraud Investigators vs. Unscrupulous Business & Fraudsters" segment, December 2018. - Appeared on ABEMA TV's "News Reality Show ABEMA Prime" in the "MC Hiroshi Nishimura / Online Salons and Fraud Risks" segment, March 2021. - Appeared on TV Asahi's "Shinichi Hatori Morning Show" in the "Reality of Money Troubles in Popular Online Salons" segment, April 2021. ## Lectures & Seminars - "How to Respond to Surprise Inspections by Chinese Authorities", hosted by King & Wood Mallesons Law Firm (Shanghai), October 2016. - "Lecture for Tomorrow's Legal Professionals (To be a Bridge between Japan and China as a Legal Professional)" hosted by Hougakukan Ito Juku.
AZ MORE International Law Firm
AZ MORE International Law Firm has an office in Tokyo and an office in Osaka and specializes in corporate law as well as providing services such as accounting, tax, labor, real estate registration, license applications, etc. Their services and consultations are available in Japanese, English, and Chinese. Attorneys - [Yusuke Matsuo](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/yusuke-matsuo) - [Nobutaka Nonaka](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/nobutaka-nonaka)
Yayoi Kyodo Law Office
Yayoi Kyodo Law Office is a law firm in Minato-ku with an English-speaking lawyer who can help with consultations related to immigrations, international marriage and divorce, inheritance, etc. Note: The website is in Japanese. However, attorney Noriko Seki can provide consultations in English. ## Attorneys - [Noriko Seki](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/noriko-seki)
Kazuma Higuchi - Higuchi & Partners, LPC
Licensed to practice law both in New York and in Japan, Kazuma Higuchi is an English-speaking international lawyer specializing in supporting companies looking to establish themselves in Japan and can provide legal advice for English contracts, contracts with foreign companies, M&As, and overseas expansions. Utilizing his proficiency in English, Higuchi also represents clients in international transaction negotiations. ## Examples of Cases - Wanting to expand overseas but unsure where to start. - Received an English contract from a foreign partner but can't understand its contents. - While domestic business can rely on trust, international transactions surely require contracts. Unsure if translating a Japanese template into English is sufficient. - Planning a joint venture with a foreign partner, but not sure what precautions to take. ## Key Cases Handled - Various English contracts (confidentiality, import/export, dealerships, agencies, manufacturing contracts, etc.) - Joint venture contracts with foreign companies - Establishing overseas bases - M&As with foreign companies ## Lawyer Fees - Consultation fee: 5,000 yen for the first 30 minutes (excluding tax). - ※Estimation requests and preliminary inquiries are free.
Higuchi & Partners
Higuchi & Partners is a law firm in Chiyoda, Tokyo, that provides English legal services to overseas-based companies and entrepreneurial individuals regarding their Japan-related business issues, and Japanese clients that are doing business internationally. Their focus is on corporate and business law. ## Attorneys - [Kazuma Higuchi](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/kazuma-higuchi) - [Asada Kazuki](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/asada-kazuki)
Tonogai Law
Tonogai Law is a law firm in Chiyoda, Tokyo, providing English-speaking assistance with international divorces, family issues involving foreigners, labor disputes, criminal cases, and visa/residency matters. ## Attorneys - [Shuji Tonogai](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/shuji-tonogai)
Ohara & Furukawa
Ohara & Furukawa is a bilingual law firm in Osaka City specializing in corporate and business law, international family, intellectual property, and other international legal matters. ## Attorneys - [Nozomu Ohara](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/nozomu-ohara) - [Tomoyoshi Furukawa](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/tomoyoshi-furukawa)
Nakamoto & Partners
Nakamoto & Partners is an English-speaking law firm in Osaka City specializing in corporate law, international transactions, aviation law, B2C transaction compliance, intellectual property rights, debt collection, bankruptcy proceedings, real estate, domestic relation cases (divorce, child custody/support, visitation, and property division), etc. ## Attorneys - [Yumiko Kobayashi](https://mailmate.jp/service-directory/listing/yumiko-kobayashi)
Yasushi Fuji - Very Best Law Offices
Yasushi Fujii is an English-speaking divorce lawyer practicing in Roppongi, Tokyo. He is widely recognized for his expertise in international child custody cases and regularly receives referrals from nonprofit organizations in this area. He has authored several legal education and practice handbooks.
Takeshi Sugawara - Sugawara Sasaki Law Group
Takeshi Sugawara is a bilingual lawyer in Sendai specializing in international divorces, infidelity issues, employment of foreigners, and business support. ## Areas of Expertise - International divorce - International inheritance - Visa & residency status ## Consultation Examples - (International Divorce) I want to divorce my foreign spouse. - (Relationship Issues) I suspect my foreign spouse is cheating. What should I do? - (International Inheritance) My mother passed away, and there's inherited property overseas. - (Residency Status) I'm married to a Japanese and have children, but I don't have a residency status and am facing difficulties. - (Labor Issues) I'm working for a Japanese company and have issues with my employment contract. - (Corporate Legal Affairs) I'm considering business expansion overseas and need advice. - (Corporate Legal Affairs) I'm about to sign a distributorship contract with an overseas business and need it reviewed. - (Corporate Legal Affairs) I need a contract reviewed. - (Corporate Legal Affairs) Planning an OEM contract with an overseas factory. ## Example of Cases Handled - International divorce - Infidelity and cheating issues - International inheritance - Employment of foreigners - Support for overseas business - Legal issues surrounding foreigners - Issues related to residency in Japan
Asada Kazuki
Asada Kazuki is a bilingual lawyer in Chiyoda, Tokyo specializing in international inheritance, overseas expansion, international transactions, English contracts, etc. ## Areas of Expertise - International Inheritance - Corporate Legal Affairs - General Civil Matters - Divorce Issues - Criminal Cases ## Background - Born in 1992 in San Francisco, California, USA - Graduated from Shibuya Educational Academy Shibuya High School in 2011 - Graduated from Meiji University Faculty of Law in 2015 - Completed postgraduate studies at Waseda University Graduate School of Law in 2017 - Completed judicial training (Kumamoto, 73rd term) in 2020 - Joined Higuchi International Law Firm in 2020 - Registered as a Personal Information Protection Lawyer in 2021 ## Affiliated Organizations & Positions - Japan Federation of Bar Associations - Tokyo Bar Association - Tokyo Bar Association's International Transaction Law Committee & Intellectual Property Law Committee - Tokyo Bar Association's International Committee (Vice-Chairperson, 2011 fiscal year onwards) - American Bar Association (ABA) - New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) - International Bar Association (IBA) - IBA International Sales Committee (Officer, 2012 fiscal year onwards) - Seiwa Juku Tokyo - Lawyers Network for Foreigners - International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA) (National Representative, 2016 onwards) - International Transaction Law Society - Japan Federation of Bar Associations: Working Group Secretary for Legal Support in Overseas Expansion of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (2012 onwards)
Tatsuo Ueno - Nakamura International Criminal Defense LPC
Tatsuo Ueno is a bilingual lawyer whose specialties include visa & residency status, international divorce, international inheritance, international criminal case, etc. Can conduct meetings in English without the need for an interpreter. Passed the NY bar exam. ## Key Handled Cases - Supporting foreign business owners operating in Japan - Supporting negotiations with foreigners & foreign corporations (individuals, businesses, and professionals are welcome to consult) - International inheritance (including overseas trusts) - International divorce ## Areas of Expertise - Corporate Legal Affairs (Cash-out of minority shareholders, measures for minority shareholders, drafting various contracts) - Labor Issues (Creating and revising internal regulations in response to legal amendments, disciplinary actions, dismissals) - International Inheritance, Trusts, etc. - International Commercial Transactions (Support for direct negotiations overseas) - M&A, Corporate Reorganization, Business Succession - Investment Cases (Formation of investment funds) - Real Estate Transactions (Buying and selling, land leasing, boundary disputes, etc.) - Traffic Accidents ## Career Background - Graduated from the University of Tokyo, Faculty of Economics - Completed training at the Supreme Court Judicial Training Institute - Graduated from New York University Law School - Worked at a law firm in Washington DC - Passed the New York State Bar Exam - Worked at a major financial law firm - Worked as an in-house lawyer at a major component manufacturer ## Qualifications - Passed the NY State Bar Exam - Certified Management Innovation Support Agency - Lawyer Supporting SMEs in Overseas Expansion
Rie Nojima - Shintoushin Law Office
Rie Nojima is a bilingual attorney at law specializing in visa & residency qualifications, international divorce, international inheritance, and international criminal cases. ## Divorce lawyer During divorce, issues that commonly arise involve child custody, child support, and financial matters such as alimony and property distribution. The course of these matters can vary greatly depending on the amount of research and preparation done beforehand. Thus, we recommend discussing these topics with an attorney early on. Merely talking to someone can lighten your heart, and entrusting your case to an attorney allows you to shift your focus to work, childcare, and moving forward. Please do not hesitate to contact us. ## Consultation Examples - Wanting to divorce a foreign partner. - A foreign spouse has returned to their home country; can we divorce? - We agree on divorce but dispute property distribution. - Discussions about divorce are complicated by the involvement of the other party's parents. - Cannot see the child after divorce. - Suspect husband is cheating; what should I do? - Experiencing domestic violence and want an immediate divorce but too afraid to say it. - How much property can be claimed in a divorce? ## Examples of Cases Handled - International Divorce - Divorce and Property Distribution - Claims for Damages (both leading to and not leading to divorce) - Custody and Visitation Rights - Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse ## Strengths 1. Proficient in International Divorce. We have experience with international divorce and Hague Convention cases and can handle them effectively. 2. Rich Experience in Resolutions. We pride ourselves on our extensive experience in family law cases and other related issues. Based on our vast experience, we can swiftly identify the crux of a case and proceed accordingly. 3. Careful Handling of Sensitive Issues. We handle sensitive matters like infidelity, abortion, emotional abuse, and verbal abuse with care and understanding. 4. Solutions Including Post-Divorce Life Planning. We understand the concerns about post-divorce financial independence. We provide solutions that include post-divorce life planning.
Noriko Seki - Yayoi Kyodo Law Office
Noriko Seki is a bilingual attorney at law who specializes in visa and residency status, international divorce, international inheritance, international criminal cases, etc. ## Examples of Consultations - An employed foreigner was arrested for a violation of the Immigration Control Act. What's the impact on the employer? - Seeking advice to ensure compliance when hiring foreigners. - A foreign mother passed away, leaving assets overseas. - Lost a job due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. - Married a Japanese national and have children, but struggling due to lack of residency status. - Looking to open a branch overseas and seeking a lawyer familiar with the laws of the target country. - Want legal support for documentation and other requirements for establishing a company in Japan. - Spouse has been detained by the Immigration Bureau. - Seeking a lawyer well-versed in British law. ## Examples of cases handled - International marriage - International divorce - International inheritance - Hiring foreigners - Business support - Legal issues surrounding foreigners - Issues related to residency in Japan ## Examples of immigration cases handled - Application for renewal of residency period - Application for change of residency status - Application for special permission to stay - Application for temporary release - Oral hearing attendance - Request for retrial - Various administrative lawsuits (e.g., stopping the issuance of deportation orders) and representation ## Strengths - We avoid using complex legal terms and strive to provide clear guidance. - We maintain a friendly atmosphere that's conducive for consultations. - We can communicate in English. - We handle criminal cases as well, offering one-stop solutions.
Kenta Hamamiya - Inaba Central Law Office
Kenta Hamami is an English-speaking attorney at law, specializing in visas and residency status, international divorces, inheritances, and criminal cases. ## Areas of Expertise - Visas & Residency Status - International Divorces - International Inheritances - International Criminal Cases ## Primary Cases Handled - International Criminal Cases - Visas & Residency Status - International Divorces - International Inheritances etc. ## Common Consultations - Searching for a lawyer who can handle criminal cases involving foreigners. - Want to do business with a foreign company and need a proper contract to prevent future disputes. - Want to divorce a Japanese spouse and curious about the implications for residency status. ## Features - Provides clear and thorough explanations. - Prioritizes speed and swift responses - First consultation is free - Same-day and evening consultations available
Shuji Tonogai - Tonogai Law Firm
Shuji Tonogai is an English-speaking international lawyer specializing in nternational divorces, family issues involving foreigners, labor disputes, criminal cases, and visa/residency matters. ## Areas of Expertise - International Divorce - Visa & Residency Status - International Inheritance - International Criminal Cases ## Common Inquiries - Overstayed visa duration. - Wish to stay in Japan because my child has adapted here; seeking special residency permission. - Want to change from a student visa to a work visa upon getting a job. - Want to apply for permanent residency or naturalization in Japan. - My spouse has been detained by the immigration bureau. - I work for a Japanese company but was dismissed without clear reasons. - I work in a Japanese company and have issues with my employment contract. - I want to divorce my Japanese spouse; what happens to my residency status? - I got arrested and can't communicate at all; I'm anxious about what will happen next. ## Key Focus Areas - All sorts of troubles faced by foreigners in Japan (traffic accidents, divorce, inheritance, etc.) - Support for residency applications - Other legal issues surrounding foreigners ## Features - Provides consultations in English and also offers sessions through chat or video calls. - Offers fee structures without any upfront payment to make it easier for clients. Utilization of Legal Aid and Japan Federation of Bar Associations' designated assistance is also possible.
Kaoru Haraguchi - Haraguchi International Law Office
Kaoru Haraguchi is the attorney director of Haraguchi International Law Office. Haraguchi is certified to practice law in Japan, the US and Mongolia. After 15 years of experience in law firms in Japan, the U.S., and Europe, he established his own firm 16 years ago, with a focus on corporate law, overseas expansion, dispute cases (litigations, arbitrations, mediations), etc. ## Areas of Expertise - Development of Japanese Companies outside Japan (in Mongolia) - Development of Japanese Companies outside Japan (other than in Mongolia) - Assisting Foreign Company doing business in Japan - International Succession - Litigation, Mediation and Other Dispute Resolution Practice - Bankruptcy/Civil Revitalization/Corporate Reorganization - Labor/Employment - General Corporate - Merger and Acquisition - Finance - Real Estate - Anti-Monopoly Law - International Debt Collection - Copyright Law - Criminal Case ## Consultation Fees - Initial consultation: 10,000 yen for 1 hour. - Advisory fee starts from 50,000 yen per month. - For dispute cases like litigations, where economic benefits can be easily determined, a system of upfront fees and success-based remuneration is applied. - International debt collection operates on a success-based remuneration system. - For cases where economic benefits are hard to determine, fees are based on hourly rates. The hourly rates are as follows: Chief Lawyer: 20,000 to 40,000 yen per hour; Associate Lawyers: 10,000 to 20,000 yen per hour; Paralegals: 5,000 to 10,000 yen per hour. - The choice of the above fee structures will be determined in consultation during the initial meeting.
Kou Matsuzawa - Komazawa Legal Chambers
English speaking attorney at law, Kou Matsuzawa specializes in issues related to divorce, child support, marital expenses, consolation money, parental rights, infidelity (affairs), dating apps, domestic violence, etc. As well as matters concerning inheritance division, adult guardianship, lifetime gifts, family trusts, and will creation, medical accidents, business succession, debt collection, claim management, managerial labor issues, etc. ## Consultation Cases - Struggling with debt - Having marital issues - Concerned about what will happen after your passing - Dissatisfied with work-related matters - Puzzled about future business management ## Publications & Lectures - Lecturer at the "Business Support Legal Seminar" sponsored by Japan Career Path Academy. - Columnist for Nikkei Industrial Newspaper WEB: "Securing Corporate Control in Business Succession". - Lecturer at the inheritance seminar sponsored by the Business Rehabilitation Study Group & Management Financial Support Association. ## Affiliations - Urawa West Rotary Club - Saitama Chamber of Commerce and Industry Youth Division - NPO Corporation: East Japan Business Support Organization - General Incorporated Association Japan Management Association - Small and Medium Enterprise Revitalization Support Council - Nationwide Bankruptcy Processing Lawyers Network - Lawyers Network for Foreigners ## Features - Free 30-minute initial consultation - Online consultation available
Masaki Nagata - Yokohama Station Law Office
Masaki Nagata is an attorney at law based in Yokohama, focusing on traffic accidents, criminal cases, bankruptcy cases, and cases involving foreigners, such as consultations related to immigration visas. Masaki Nagata works with administrative scriveners who speak English and Chinese. ## Traffic Accident Cases - Fatal accidents - Property damage accidents - Personal injury accidents - Post-traumatic disability grade certification - Determination of fault ratio - Compensation for pain and suffering & damages ## Examples of Cases - I'm still visiting the hospital because of pain in my neck and back, but the insurance company says the treatment is over. What should I do? - The insurance company has offered a settlement amount, including compensation for pain and suffering, but I want to know if the amount is reasonable. - I left the post-traumatic disability certification request to the insurance company, but it was deemed non-applicable (or a light grade). I want to file an objection. - I want to apply for post-traumatic disability certification myself without leaving it to the insurance company. How should I do it? - I want support for post-traumatic disability certification. - I had an accident, but I don't know what to do first. - I heard that the settlement amount increases if I hire a lawyer. Is that true? - I heard there are standards for damage amounts such as compulsory liability insurance, insurance company, lawyer, and court. How are they different? - I want to hire a lawyer using the lawyer fee special contract. ## Areas of Expertise - Settlement negotiations - Support for post-traumatic disability grade certification - Compulsory liability insurance claims - Personal injury insurance claims (self-inflicted accidents, etc.) - Minor injury accident cases - Traffic accident litigation
Minoru Fujiwara - SOLA Law Office
Minoru Fujiwara is an English-speaking attorney at law based in Osaka, specializing in international issues, visas, residence status, inheritance, international divorce, etc. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa/Residence status - International divorce - International inheritance - International criminal cases ## Examples of Cases - A foreign woman who had an affair with a married Japanese man and is being sued for damages by his wife. - A foreign man running a restaurant in Japan having contract disputes with an advertising company. - A foreign man assaulted by a drunk Japanese person seeking damages. - Case study: A European woman spoke no Japanese at all. The firm consulted solely in English, held meetings, and reached a mediation agreement. - International divorces often come with various complex circumstances, so it's beneficial to consult a lawyer experienced in international divorce cases. - For foreigners who often face challenges due to language barriers, the firm strives to ensure that they don't suffer any disadvantages because of these challenges. ## Features - Phone consultation available - Holiday consultations available: Consultations are available on Saturdays with prior appointment. - Evening consultations available - Payment system: Inquire if you wish for installment payments, post-payment, or if you want to use the legal aid system.
Haruki Maeda - Law Offices of Maeda
Haruki Maeda is an English-speaking lawyer based in Osaka specializing in overseas transactions, international divorces, or labor issues involving foreigners. ## Areas of Expertise - Visa & Residency Status - International Divorce - International Inheritance - International Criminal Cases - Drafting & Reviewing English Contracts - Hague Convention Cases ## Examples of Cases Handled - I want to sign a contract with an overseas company but don't know how. - My foreign wife filed for divorce without my consent, and I want to invalidate it. - I have migrated overseas, but my father's inheritance is in Japan, and I want to inherit it. - Many contracts (both in English and Japanese) with overseas business partners of advisory clients.
Chiharu Urata - Lale Law Office
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
Nozomu Ohara - Ohara & Furukawa Law Office
Nozomu Ohara is an English-speaking attorney based in Osaka with a background in international family, intellectual property, and other international legal matters. ## Areas of Expertise - Inheritance - Divorce & gender issues - Traffic accidents - International & expat issues - Foreign employment - Immigration law - English contracts - Corporate legal affairs - Establishing foreign companies in Japan ## For Corporate Clients - M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) & Business Succession - HR & Labor - Intellectual Property & Patents - Bankruptcy & Business Revival - Foreign Affairs Legal Affairs - Entertainment - Medical & Healthcare - IT & Communications - Finance - Human Resources & Education - Environment & Energy - Transportation & Trade - Food & Beverage, Franchise-related - Manufacturing & Sales - Real Estate & Construction ## Examples of Corporate Cases Handled - I want to check contracts and employment rules. - I want advice on supporting Japanese companies expanding overseas. - I want to prepare an English employment contract for hiring a new foreign worker. - An employee leaked information on social media, causing damage. - I received a complaint from a customer and want advice on how to handle it. - I can't collect payments from business partners or consumers and want help recovering them. - I want support for company registration. - I want a lawyer who I can easily consult with via phone, email, LINE, etc. ## Examples of Cases Handled for Expats - I want to check contracts. - I want advice on supporting Japanese companies expanding overseas. - I want to prepare an English employment contract for hiring a new foreign worker. - A foreign employee exceeded the working hours stipulated by the immigration law and is under compulsory investigation by the police. - I want legal advice on changing the residency status when hiring a foreign part-time worker as a full-time employee. - My foreign father passed away in Japan, leaving assets. - I want legal support for document preparation when establishing a company in Japan.
Yumiko Kobayashi - Nakamoto & Partners
Yumiko Kobayashi is an English-speaking attorney based in Osaka and specializing in domestic relation cases (divorce, child custody/support, visitation, and property division). ## Areas of Expertise - International Divorce - International Inheritance - Hague Convention on International Child Abduction - Labor and criminal case consultations for foreign nationals residing in Japan - International divorce, child-related issues - Inheritance of property abroad, foreign heirs - Labor issues and criminal cases involving foreigners - Support and consultation for minority rights ## Examples of Cases Handled - I want to divorce my foreign partner. I want to claim child support. - My partner has taken my children abroad. - I cannot see my children who are in Japan or abroad. - I want to inherit the property of a deceased person who lived abroad. - I want to negotiate with my employer. - I am being interrogated by the police and want to consult with a lawyer in English. ## Main Cases Handled - International divorce, child-related issues - Inheritance of property abroad, foreign heirs - Labor issues and criminal cases involving foreigners - Support and consultation for minority rights
Otani Accounting
Located in the heart of Tokyo, Otani Accounting Office has been providing tax, accounting, and payroll solutions for domestic and international clients for over 38 years. The office helps foreign investors, small businesses, self-employed, and individuals stay compliant with the Japanese tax system and accounting standards. Bilingual European consultants, experienced Japanese certified tax accountants and consultants, and a trusted network of bilingual partners (Immigration Lawyers, Registration Lawyers, etc.) ensures that their clients gain a competitive advantage to elevate their business in Japan. Tel: +81369129173 (for international calls); 03-6912-9173 (for domestic calls)