Attorney

Masanori TANABE

Career

• JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) expert for legal reform project in Mongolia since March 2004 until June 2006
• Certificated as an attorney in New York since 2008

Membership and Qualifications

• Member of International Committee in JFBA (Japan Federation of Bar Association)
• Member of International Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of International Human Right Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Leader of International ADR team in Dispute resolution Center managing Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Certified representative for Immigration
• Member of American Chamber of Commerce Japan (ACCJ)
• Member of Chubu Branch in Japan Arbitrators Association(JAA)
• Member of International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL)
• Member of Nagoya Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Expertise

• International business
• International divorce
• International inheritance
• Hague Convention for international child abduction

Lecture

• International business and Risk management (for Certified SME supporters)
• International business marketing for Aerospace industries (hosted by Chubu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry)

Books

• International cooperation by lawyers (Joint authorship)
• Q&A International Family Cases - Practice and Forms – (Joint authorship)

Message

I am thoroughly experienced as an international lawyer with over twenty years specializing in international business, international family disputes, and immigration matters. During this time, I have further established by skills by being a JICA expert in Mongolia and studying at a Wisconsin Law School in the US. I established Nagoya International Law Office with my trustful colleagues in September 2018 to correspond to a growing need for international legal aid in Nagoya and the Tokai region. I strive to do my best with the motto: “Speedy and courteous in helping to aid our clients”.

Sayaka HARA

Membership and Qualifications

• Member of International Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of International ADR team in Dispute Resolution Center Managing Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Certified representative for Immigration
• Head of the secretariat of Chubu Branch in Japan Arbitrators Association

Expertise

• International divorce
• Hague Convention cases
• International transaction

Books

• Q&A International Family Cases - Practice and Forms – (Joint authorship)

Message

I experienced living in the UK, and visited many countries. I know how unstable it was for people to live in an unfamiliar country. It relates to Japan in the way that you might have worries about not being fluent in Japanese, Japanese customs are very different, and the laws are unknown whilst having legal problems. I have handled many cases with international clients and I know how to address the concerns of my clients based on my own experience of living in a foreign county. I’m very happy to help ease anxiety and find the best solution to legal problems in English while providing an easy-to-talk atmosphere.

Atomu Nishimura

Interests

• Cycling
• Traveling
• Learning Foreign Languages (German, Turkish, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Korean, Ukrainian etc.)

Membership and Qualifications

• Member of International Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of Committee on Children' s Rights in Aichi Bar Association
• Certified representative for Immigration

Expertise

• Immigration law
• Refugee status cases
• International Transaction

Message

I believe that diversity and inclusion are some of the fundamental keys to building a strong and modern society. It is my honor to serve the Japanese and international community here in Japan to further this goal.

I have lived and studied abroad in various countries such as Germany, Turkey, the United States, China and many others, and I know first-hand how difficult it can be to navigate the legal systems of a foreign country.

No matter where you come from, or what your age or gender or religion is, we are happy to listen to your legal questions and offer you expert advice. Please feel free to contact us. Our goal is to support the legal needs of international people, families, and businesses here in Japan so you can live and work in Japan without worrying about legal issues."

Hiroshi TAKADA

Interests

Watching Films, particularly Romantic Film with unhappy ending

Membership and Qualifications

• To be decided

Expertise

International business and international family law cases

Message

When I was abroad, I was told by local people to get out of the country. I was shocked and felt sad because I loved the country and the people living there. From that experience, I hoped to be a lawyer who can support foreign people living in Japan.

In my career, I have been involved both in inbound and outbound businesses. I dream that more and more people and goods move to and from Japan. I would be happy to assist with companies to expand both to and from Japan.

I would like to put all my efforts into any task in front of me. It would be appreciated if you talk to me about your concerns.

Mariko WAKAMATSU

Comments

Attorney Mariko MAKAMATSU is specialized in refugee cases. She has experience working in African countries. She can speak English and French. She cooperates with our law firm for many cases.