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”.

Tatsuya KAWANISHI

Career

• Intern, International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Regional Delegation in Kuala Lumpur July - December 2008
• Programme Officer, Japanese Red Cross Society, International Department January - March 2009
• Programme Advisor, Secretariat of the International Peace Cooperation Headquarters, Cabinet Office, Government of Japan April, 2009 - March, 2011
• Participated in “Stage International”: international training organized by Paris Bar Association, October – November 2022

Membership and Qualifications

• Member of Immigration Issue Project Team of Human Rights Protection Committee in Japan Federation of Bar Association
• Member of International Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of International Human Right Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of Association des Avocats Japonophilies (AAJ)
• Member of French Chamber of Commerce (CCI France Japon)
• Certified representative for Immigration

Expertise

• Immigration law
• Refugee status cases
• International divorce

Lecture

• Lecture on World Refugee Day 2018 Tokai (hosted by Door to Asylum Nagoya)

Books

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

Message

While I mainly grew up in a rural area in Japan, I had opportunities to travel, live, and work in other countries. I lived in the United States during my primary school days, studied in the Netherlands, worked in Malaysia, and was dispatched in Sudan. These overseas experiences and interactions with the people there made me aware of diversity of the people living in different parts of the world. At the same time, I saw in many countries the people in need of support. That is my motivation to provide legal assistance to the international residents in Japan.

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.

Misa MORIKAMI

Career

• Intern, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Representation in Japan April, 2011 - February, 2012

Membership and Qualifications

• Member of International Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of International Human Right Committee in Aichi Bar Association
• Member of Individual Complaints Mechanism Implementation Committee in Japan Federation of Bar Association
• Certified representative for Immigration

Expertise

• Immigration law
• Refugee status cases
• Divorce

Books

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

Message

When I lived in the US as a migrant, I worked at a supporting organization and realized the importance of legal support for International residents.

At the same time, I was one of the International residents there and experienced the anxiety and difficulties of living in an unfamiliar country. However, thanks to many people who supported me, the memories in the US remains brilliant in my heart.

These experiences in the US motivated me to become an attorney in Japan and to provide legal support for International residents.

It will be my a pleasure to support you in your legal journey.

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."

【Paralegal Staff】Phuah Yi An (Malaysian)

Career

• Messrs. Chan & Associates (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia), 2017 – 2022
• January – October 2017　Pupil in Chambers
• October 2017 – February 2018　Paralegal
• February 2018 - March 2022　Legal Associate

Membership

Member of the Malaysian Bar

Language

Mandarin, English, Japanese, Malay, Cantonese

Message

As someone who has lived in Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and Japan, I am familiar with the difficulties of adapting to a new environment, culture, and language. Nevertheless, I cherish every experience and encounter that life has to offer. It would be my pleasure to have the opportunity to serve you and provide the best possible assistance with our team.

Please do not hesitate to contact us for any inquiries.

Takemi DOI (Of counsel)

Career

• Program officer for counterterrorism and governance in South Asia, Japan International Cooperation Agency November 2016 – August 2019
• Diplomat at Embassy of Japan in Pakistan from August 2019 – September 2021
• Being on loan to a major bank from December 2021