Akiko Yamakawa
About Akiko Yamakawa
Akiko Yamakawa is a lawyer based in Tokyo, JP and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Japan™ since 2020. Akiko Yamakawa is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Tokyo, Japan
- Labor and Employment Law
- Litigation
Current Firm: Vanguard Lawyers Tokyo
Location: Tokyo, JP
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