Kiyotaka Uchida
Attorney at Law (Japan, California)
Legal Representation in Japan for International Clients
English-speaking Japanese lawyer assisting overseas companies, foreign law firms, and international clients throughout Japan.
If you require legal assistance in Japan, I provide practical legal advice and representation tailored to international clients.
Whether you are expanding your business into Japan, negotiating commercial contracts, resolving cross-border disputes, or seeking representation before a Japanese court, I work directly with you in English from the initial consultation through the conclusion of your matter.
Based in Kanazawa, I represent clients throughout Japan.
Who I Work With
I regularly advise and represent:
- Overseas companies doing business in Japan
- Businesses entering the Japanese market
- Foreign law firms seeking Japanese local counsel
- International investors
- Individuals requiring legal assistance in Japan
Whether you need ongoing legal support or assistance with a specific matter, I aim to provide practical, efficient, and commercially sound advice.
Legal Services
My practice includes:
- Cross-border Business Transactions
- Commercial and Corporate Law
- Commercial Contracts
- Japanese Local Counsel Services
- Commercial Litigation before Japanese Courts
- Commercial Dispute Resolution
- Tax Litigation
- Employment Law
- Intellectual Property
- Debt Recovery and Enforcement
- Inheritance and Estate Matters
- Legal Opinions on Japanese Law
Where additional expertise is required, I work closely with experienced colleagues in my firm while remaining your principal contact throughout the engagement.
Why Clients Work With Me
Direct Communication in English
You communicate directly with your lawyer throughout the matter. There are no intermediaries and no unnecessary layers of communication.
Extensive Experience in Japanese Law
I have practiced law in Japan since 2001 and have represented businesses and individuals in negotiations, litigation, and complex legal matters for more than twenty years.
Practical Business Advice
My objective is not simply to explain Japanese law but to help clients make informed business decisions and achieve practical results.
Team-Based Support
I handle all international matters personally. When specialist knowledge in another area of Japanese law is required, I coordinate with other attorneys in my firm while continuing to manage your matter.
Professional Background
- Attorney at Law (Japan)
- Attorney at Law (California)
- Founder, Uchida Kiyotaka Law Office
- Former Vice President, Kanazawa Bar Association
- Lecturer, Kanazawa University Law School
About My Firm
Uchida Kiyotaka Law Office is a boutique law firm based in Kanazawa, Japan.
Our firm consists of four attorneys with complementary areas of expertise. While I personally handle all international matters and English-language communication, I collaborate closely with my colleagues whenever additional specialist knowledge is required.
This allows international clients to benefit from both direct communication and comprehensive legal support.
Affidavits and Expert Opinions on Japanese Law
I also provide affidavits, declarations, and expert opinions concerning Japanese law for use in overseas court proceedings.
These services include:
- Affidavits relating to Japanese law
- Expert opinions for foreign courts
- Assistance with notarization procedures in Japan
- Support for overseas lawyers involved in international litigation
For further information, please visit:
Affidavit Support Japan
https://affidavit-japan-uchida.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we work entirely in English?
Yes. I communicate directly with international clients in English by email, telephone, and online meetings.
Can you work with our local counsel?
Certainly. I regularly work with overseas law firms as Japanese local counsel, providing advice on Japanese law, assisting with legal procedures in Japan, and coordinating cross-border legal matters.
How do I get started?
Simply send me an email with a brief description of your matter, the parties involved, and any important deadlines. I will review your inquiry and let you know how I may be able to assist.
Contact
If you require legal assistance in Japan, I would be pleased to discuss your matter. Initial inquiries in English are welcome.
Uchida Kiyotaka Law Office
7-13 Otemachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0912, Japan
Telephone: +81-76-222-3730
Email: bengoshi@uchida-houritsu.com
Website: https://www.uchida-houritsu.com/