Shimuta International Law Firm, based in Hakata, Japan, provides comprehensive corporate and cross-border legal services to both domestic and international clients. The firm advises on corporate governance, shareholder matters, and M&A, drafts and reviews contracts including English-language agreements, and supports clients with risk management and strategic legal planning for growth. In addition to corporate matters, the practice covers real estate, intellectual property protection, and international business, reflecting a multidisciplinary approach tailored to complex cross-border deals.

With a team that combines in-house legal experience, overseas study, and cross-border practice, Shimuta International Law Firm delivers practical, commercially focused advice. The founder holds a New York State bar admission and collaborates with overseas specialists to coordinate international representation for clients, including multinational corporations and investors. The firm emphasizes clear communication, hands-on guidance, and efficient service to help clients achieve favorable outcomes in complex matters.

Shimuta International Law Firm pursues a client service model built on a multi-perspective analysis, rapid responsiveness and readiness to provide second opinions when beneficial. The firm supports clients from initial entity formation through governance and ongoing cross-border operations, including international contracts and corporate training. This approach helps clients navigate complex matters with clarity, minimize risk, and achieve cost-effective outcomes.

About Shimuta International Law Firm

Founded in 2013

3 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Real Estate
Employment & Labor
Intellectual Property
Accidents & Injuries

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Shimuta International Law Firm offers pragmatic corporate governance counsel, contract drafting and English-language contract reviews, and strategic guidance on corporate structure, governance, and cross-border transactions. The team collaborates with overseas specialists to support international business and M&A, with a focus on risk management and practical business solutions.
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

Real Estate

Shimuta advises on commercial real estate development and management, including asset acquisitions, leasing, due diligence, and title issues, leveraging the firm's cross-border capabilities to manage international stakeholders and regulatory compliance in real estate transactions.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Employment & Labor

Shimuta provides employment and labor law advice for corporate clients, including employee relations, contracts, compliance with labor laws, and cross-border employment matters, with an emphasis on risk mitigation and HR policy design.
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

Shimuta handles trademark protection, brand management, trade secrets protection, licensing, and enforcement in cross-border contexts, coordinating with international networks to safeguard IP rights.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Accidents & Injuries

Shimuta represents individuals in traffic accidents and other personal injury matters, handling negotiations, settlements, and dispute resolution to secure compensation and fair outcomes.
Animal & Dog Injury
Assault & Battery
Birth Injury
Brain Injury
Car Accident
Construction Accident
Dangerous Product
Defamation
Drugs & Medical Devices
Medical Malpractice
Motor Vehicle Defect
Motorcycle Accident
Personal Injury
Premises Liability
Property Damage
Sexual Abuse
Toxic Mold
Toxic Tort
Travel Accident
Truck Accident
Work Injury
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death

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