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.

About Nagawa Okamura Law Office

Founded in 1917

30 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Employment & Labor
Intellectual Property
Real Estate
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Nagawa-Okamura Law Office provides comprehensive corporate and commercial services including corporate governance, labor and employment matters, civil preservation procedures for urgent relief, crisis management for corporate issues, corporate restructuring, intellectual property considerations, entertainment related matters, and real estate and construction disputes, all supported by ongoing advisory work to protect clients' business interests.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Employment & Labor

The firm guides clients through employment and labor matters such as policy development and revision, employment contracts, compliance with Japanese labor laws, and representation in labor disputes and investigations, ensuring practices align with business objectives while managing risk.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property work at the firm covers rights such as patents, trademarks and copyrights, with strategic counseling for both domestic and international matters. The firm leverages an alliance with Kohno & Co for global filings and enforcement to protect clients' IP portfolios.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Real Estate

Real estate services focus on disputes and conflicts related to property and construction, including contract interpretation, title and boundary issues, leasing matters, and construction disputes, delivered through negotiation, mediation and litigation support to safeguard property interests.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Lawsuits & Disputes

Lawsuits and Disputes coverage includes civil litigation and medical litigation, along with general civil matters and complex dispute resolution, providing experienced advocacy in court and through alternative dispute resolution to achieve efficient, client centered outcomes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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