So & Sato Law Offices
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Our Thinking
Mission: To build a law firm of unique value that helps accelerate innovation in Japan.
Vision: Supporting the creation and growth of new businesses that may change our world.
Values: Providing clients high-quality cost-effective services. Solving clients’ problems, based on legal expertise and industry/ business knowledge. Recognizing and embracing positive change.
History
Founded in Tokyo in 2015, the firm began as So Law Office before expanding into So & Sato Law Office in 2019. From there it has grown into a boutique firm that is uniquely positioned to advise international and domestic corporate clients on complex matters, especially new business involving technologies, on a cost-effective basis.
The firm’s lawyers have backgrounds working at some of the largest and most respected Japanese and global law firms, and have extensive experience handling transactions in the areas of: finance, investment funds, venture business, M&A, joint ventures and crisis management.
It offers high-quality advice in the above areas coupled with tailored service to deliver the best results to its clients. Furthermore, the firm has deep knowledge in the area of advanced technologies and cutting-edge business models, such as blockchain, virtual currency, artificial intelligence and robotics.
Languages
- Japanese
- Englinsh
Staffing Figures
- 6 (as of April, 2024) Number of Lawyers at Akasaka Office
- 9 (as of April, 2024) Number of Lawyers at Marunouchi Office