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Attorney at Law

SHOMA MATSUMOTO, J.D.

Dai-Ichi Tokyo Bar Association
Some people who are troubled by legal issues are at a loss because they don't know who to turn to for advice, which only increases their anxiety and distress.I will empathize with the feelings of customers who have gone through such difficult times and propose the best solution for them.When speaking with customers, I will explain things gently and carefully, using easy-to-understand language rather than using a lot of difficult legal jargon, so that they can visualize the overall picture of the procedure. I also aim to reach a solution that reflects the customer's wishes as much as possible.After receiving your request, we will continue to keep you updated on the progress of the procedure and strive to alleviate your anxiety.We will do our best to ensure that you feel a weight lifted from your shoulders when you leave our conference room.

CAREER

Bachelor of Arts in Environment and Information Studies, Keio University
Juris Doctor, Waseda University Graduate School
Passed the bar exam (Japan)
Completed the Legal Training and Research Institute of the Supreme Court of Japan
Prior to founding my own law Office,
I worked at one of Japan's largest law firms.

QUALIFICATIONS

PUBLICATIONS

"What to Do in These Situations: Product Liability and Commercial Liability Q&A
= Everything You Need to Know About Countermeasures =
"July 2000
Publisher: Daiichi Hoki Co., Ltd. / Co-author

Professional Associations

Track Record

Criminal Cases

Civil Cases

Corporate Legal Affairs

Negotiations

International Divorce

Other Procedures

Practice

Corporate legal advisor

Peace of Mind with a Corporate Legal Advisor
When business partners request you to sign and seal contracts, these documents often contain provisions that are advantageous to them but disadvantageous to your company. While these terms may not surface during smooth operations, they can emerge as unexpected risks once problems arise.
Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office's corporate legal advisory service examines contract contents before signing, identifies potentially risky provisions for your company, and proposes appropriate modifications.
Additionally, our attorneys can directly negotiate with your business partners' legal departments to modify contract terms when necessary. Furthermore, if debt collection becomes necessary, such as in cases of delayed accounts receivable payments, Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office can negotiate and litigate as your representative.
Benefits of Having Our Law Office as Your Corporate Legal Advisor
During Normal Operations
When Issues Arise
Common Requests and Services

Legal Negotiations

Legal Negotiations: A Professional Domain
Legal negotiations are the exclusive domain of attorneys, except for minor cases.
The law strictly prohibits non-attorneys from conducting negotiations for compensation in disputed cases.
Legal negotiations require a strategic approach based on professional knowledge and experience.
Direct negotiations between parties often lead to emotional conflicts and may worsen the situation.
To relieve our clients of this psychological stress, Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office serves as your negotiation liaison, conducting calm negotiations based on legally structured arguments.
We begin with preliminary consultations to thoroughly understand your negotiable terms, non-negotiable conditions, and information you wish to keep confidential.
We then strategically utilize these elements to pursue the most advantageous solution for you.
Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office is committed to protecting your rights while working towards the best possible resolution.
Benefits of Our Legal Representation
Common Client Requests

Civil Lawsuit

The Importance of Meticulous Litigation Strategy in Offense and Defense
Litigation requires numerous specialized procedures, from filing complaints, submitting briefs and evidence explanations, to communicating with judges and court clerks, and conducting witness examinations in court.
If you handle these procedures yourself, organizing legal arguments becomes challenging.
Even favorable evidence may not be recognized if it cannot be properly structured into appropriate legal claims.
Additionally, evidence you consider decisive may actually have little importance when viewed through the lens of legal precedents.
Conversely, materials you might consider insignificant could become evidence that significantly influences the final judgment.
Evaluating such evidence requires specialized knowledge and experience.
At Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office, we first conduct detailed consultations with clients to confirm their claims and available evidence before proposing the optimal defense strategy.
We prioritize calm arguments based on evidence and law rather than emotional confrontation, and provide guidance on responding appropriately to documents from opposing parties.The progress of a trial constantly evolves based on the opposing party's evidence, arguments, and the judge's impressions.
Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office continuously adjusts our approach while monitoring changing circumstances to maximize our clients' interests.
Common Client Requests

Criminal Defense

Immediate Action is Critical in Criminal Cases
The sudden arrest of a family member can cause tremendous shock and anxiety. It is not uncommon to feel at a loss, not knowing the reason for the arrest or the whereabouts of the detained person.
In such situations, it is extremely important to appoint a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
During the period before appointing an attorney, police and prosecutor interrogations may continue, and suspects are often asked to sign or provide fingerprints on potentially disadvantageous statements.
Without an attorney, it can be difficult to determine which statements might be disadvantageous or whether you have the right to refuse to sign.
Suspects may also comply with unnecessary demands from investigators without proper legal guidance.
The attorneys at Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office will investigate your detention location early and meet with you to provide appropriate legal advice and prevent you from making inadvertent harmful statements.
Additionally, attorneys are bound by confidentiality obligations, allowing detained individuals to disclose all information, including unfavorable circumstances, with peace of mind. This enables us to develop and implement the most appropriate defense strategy for each situation.
In criminal cases, the initial response is crucial. If you are faced with the arrest of a family member, we recommend consulting with an attorney immediately, whether at our firm or elsewhere.
Common Client Requests

Criminal Complaints

Criminal Complaints: Knowledge of Criminal Law and Evidence Organization are Essential for Acceptance
A criminal complaint is a document that reports criminal facts to the police or prosecution authorities and requests punishment.
Article 230 of the Criminal Procedure Code states that "a person who has been harmed by a crime may file a criminal complaint."
However, when ordinary people unfamiliar with the law try to prepare and submit criminal complaints to investigative authorities, they are often rejected for various reasons.
This is typically because submitted documents fail to meet the requirements for criminal complaints, contain only abusive language against the accused, lack sufficient organization of facts, or include inappropriate document attachments.
At our office, we listen to clients' circumstances during legal consultations, organize their arguments according to criminal law provisions, and select and attach documents beneficial to the complaint from the materials provided by clients.
Common Client Requests

How to Schedule Your First Consultation

The initial legal consultation fee is 22,000 yen per hour (tax included). Extensions beyond 60 minutes will be calculated by the minute.
Legal consultations typically take place at our law office.
If you live far away, we can also conduct consultations via video call. Consultation fees for video calls must be paid in advance via bank transfer.
Legal consultations are conducted in Japanese. If you do not speak Japanese, please bring someone who is fluent in Japanese to accompany you, as this will make the consultation process smoother.

Office Information

A Comfortable and Convenient Setting
Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office is located in a highly accessible location, just a one-minute walk from Hanzomon Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line.
Situated near the Imperial Palace with views of the greenery of Chidorigafuchi, our office resides in a tranquil area that maintains serenity despite being in the heart of the city, surrounded by a cultural atmosphere.
To ensure that all visitors can speak with us without tension or anxiety, we have created a simple yet sophisticated space within our office.
The interior filled with natural light and furniture and lighting in calm tones are among our considerations to help clients quietly compose themselves.
Some may feel that "legal consultations have a high threshold," but our office aims to be a place where such individuals can visit with ease. From the physical space to our welcoming attitude, we value attentive service so that clients can discuss important matters with peace of mind.
Please feel free to contact us.
We will sincerely accommodate your first step toward legal assistance.
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Access
Hanzomon Matsumoto Law Office is conveniently located just a one-minute walk from Exit 5 of Hanzomon Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line.
Address: Room 302, 3rd Floor, Bancho Royal Court, 23-2 Bancho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082
Our office is in the brick-colored building to the right of Hotel Monterey Hanzomon. Please take the elevator to the third floor and ring the doorbell for Room 302.

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