Navigating with Confidence

Dr. Shiraki is a genuine expert in the complex cross-border family law, based in Tokyo, Japan. Specializing in US-Japan disputes, he provides expert guidance and dedicated advocacy to protect your rights and your family’s future by leveraging his multi-state bar license, which includes Japan, New York, and Maryland, and his academic perspective as a law professor. As a Tokyo-based family law counsel, he covers the whole area of Japan from Sapporo, Hokkaido, to Naha, Okinawa.

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Family Law Expertise

Dr. Shiraki provides comprehensive legal services in all areas of Japanese divorce law, including divorce, child custody, and support, ensuring your rights are protected. He specializes in transnational litigation, handling complex legal disputes that cross international borders with precision and cultural sensitivity.

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Transnational Litigation

Dr. Shiraki has provided numerous legal advices on Hague Convention Cases for his clients in the U.S. from the perspective of Japanese law. Under Japanese law, only two family courts, Tokyo and Osaka, have jurisdiction over the Hague Convention Cases, regardless of the residency of the children at issue. The location of his office is an asset to provide smooth and substantial representation.

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Extraterritorial Evidence

Access to foreign evidence controls your case. As a top-tier legal expert in access to extraterritorial evidence, Dr. Shiraki provides a robust strategy to obtain evidence located in Japan for U.S. proceedings or in the U.S. for Japanese proceedings.

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Court Representation

When necessary, Dr. Shiraki provides strong and effective court representation, advocating for our clients' best interests in family law and transnational cases. A family law counsel is required to have unique skills to advocate in court and negotiate with opposing counsel, and he has.

Global Recognition in Cross-Border Family Law Matters

Dr. Shiraki is recognized internationally for expertise in cross-border family law, particularly between the U.S. and Japan. With qualifications to practice in multiple jurisdictions, he offers unparalleled legal services.

Years of experience in international family law, providing expert legal counsel and representation.

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Jurisdictions where Mr.Shiraki has handled cross-border divorce cases in the past 15 years.

Our Commitment: Connected Across Borders and Jurisdictions

Dr. Shiraki maintains strong professional affiliations across key locations, ensuring comprehensive support for your cross-border family law needs. Our network spans from New York to Honolulu, providing access to local expertise and resources.

Admitted to Practice Law in Multiple Jurisdictions

Dr. Shiraki is uniquely positioned to assist clients with cross-border family law matters, being admitted to practice law in Japan, New York, and Maryland. This diverse legal background allows for a comprehensive understanding of international legal complexities.

Shaping Future Legal Minds in Family Law and Conflict of Laws.

As an expert in the protection of child entertainment law, his comments are frequently cited on media outlets from Bloomberg to Nikkei.

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Authored over 40 influential books and articles on Family Law and Transnational Litigation, recognized internationally for advancing legal scholarship.

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As a professor at a leading Japanese law school, Dr. Shiraki is dedicated to educating the next generation of legal professionals. His courses in Conflict of Laws provide students with a comprehensive understanding of these critical areas. By leveraging his academic resources, he provides genuine expertise in Japanese family law in the global context with his clients abroad.