Attorney
Masanori TANABE

Education
- Graduated from Nagoya University, Faculty of Law in 1994
- Graduated from University of Wisconsin Law School LL.M in 2007
Registered into Bar Association
April, 1997
Interests
Travelling abroad
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

Education
- Graduated from Ritsumeikan University, College of International Relations in 2007
- Graduated from Faculty of Arts, M.A. in Humanitarian Action, University of Groningen in 2007
- Graduated from Hitotsubashi University Law School in 2014
Registered into Bar Association
January, 2016
Interests
- Mountaineering
- Reading
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

Education
- Graduated from Faculty of law, Nanzan University (2005-2006 EFL course in New College Nottingham, UK)
- Graduated from School of Law, Nanzan University
Registered into Bar Association
January,2014
Interests
- Cooking
- Traveling
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

Education/Career
- Osnabrück University (Germany, Fachbereich Sozialwissenschaften) 2009-10
- Graduated from Hitotsubashi University in 2011
- Brother Industries Ltd. Legal and General Affairs Department, 2011-2017 (Worked at a German subsidiary, Sep.-Dec. 2015)
- Yanmar Co., Ltd. CSR Division - Legal and General Affairs Group, 2017-2021
- Graduated from Konan University Law School in 2021
Registered into Bar Association
April, 2022
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)

Education
- Graduated from LLB(Hons), University of Liverpool in 2015 (United Kingdom Transfer Degree Programme (Law))
- Certificate of Legal Practice, Legal Profession Qualifying Board of Malaysia in 2016
- Admitted as Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court in Malaya in 2018(Non-practicing)
Interests
- Cultural Exchange
- Foreign Language
- Music
- Reading
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.