Nagawa Okamura Law Office

Nagawa-Okamura Law Office is a Tokyo based law firm with a history dating back to 1917. The firm provides deep expertise in litigation and court work across corporate and commercial matters, school law, labor issues, intellectual property, and real estate disputes, serving clients in Japan and on cross border matters.

With a long standing reputation for handling high stakes disputes, the firm has been involved in national level cases and has developed a strong practice in intellectual property rights, corporate governance and commercial litigation. It has played a role in significant matters such as the Teijin Scandal, Showa Denko Incident, Shipbuilding Scandal and Haneda Airport Incident, reflecting its prominence in Japan's legal landscape. The firm also maintains a focus on intellectual property rights and, since 2006, operates an IP alliance with Kohno & Co to support international filings and enforcement.

Client service is a core driver of the firm's approach. The practice emphasizes a trusted partnership with clients, rigorous case management and protection of confidential information, and a commitment to delivering precise, timely solutions. Since 2003 the firm has run an overseas training system, sending lawyers to Britain and the United States each year to strengthen international practice and service a growing global client base.